Lagos: Nigeria’s digital economy has seen significant progress in improving and expanding network connectivity during the first two years of President Bola Tinubu’s administration. The administration has launched an ambitious plan to bridge the digital divide in Nigeria, aiming to provide internet access to underserved and unconnected communities nationwide. This initiative is a central pillar […]
Month: June 2025
Successful Hajj 1446: Saudi Arabia Announces End of Pilgrimage
Makkah: Prince Saud bin Mishaal, Deputy Emir of the Makkah Region, announced the successful completion of Hajj 1446, declaring it incident-free in terms of security, health, and services. Mishaal stated that over 1.6 million pilgrims participated in the holy pilgrimage, with 1,506,576 pilgrims arriving from outside the Kingdom. According to News Agency of Nigeria, Mishaal […]
$1trn Economy: NCRIB Urges Tinubu to Prioritise Insurance
Lagos: The Nigerian Council of Registered Insurance Brokers (NCRIB) has urged President Bola Tinubu to prioritise insurance as a key driver in achieving a $1 trillion economy. Mr Tope Adaramola, Executive Secretary of NCRIB, made the call during an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Monday in Lagos. According to News Agency […]
Lawmakers Encouraged to Participate in Internet Governance Initiatives
Abuja: An ICT expert, Dr. Jimson Olufuye, on Monday emphasized the importance of involving lawmakers in internet governance processes. According to News Agency of Nigeria, Olufuye stated that legislative participation is crucial for crafting policies that protect citizens and drive digital innovation. Olufuye noted that parliamentarians play a significant role in advancing digital transformation through […]
Lagos PDP Leaders Defect to APC, Led by Former Spokesman Amode
Lagos: The Lagos State PDP Spokesman, Alhaji Hakeem Amode, along with several other prominent PDP leaders, has left the opposition party to join the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). The announcement was made during a news conference held in Ikeja on Monday. According to News Agency of Nigeria, Amode and other defectors cited their inspiration […]