New research by Enhancing Financial Innovation & Access (EFInA) finds that blockchain technology can address barriers to financial inclusion in Nigeria and substantially boost
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Broadband penetration records 10% unprecedented leap in 12 months, says Pantami
Nigeria recorded an unprecedented 10% leap in broadband penetration within 12 months from September 2019 to November 2020 to outpace previous record of 30%
The rapid uptake of 5G and its real potential
By Josh Aroner 5G is rolling out faster than any previous generation of mobile networks and nearly 3 x faster than 4G 45 countries
ASIP Accelerator Program is accepting applications for ‘Most Disruptive Startups’ in Africa
To develop the potential of startups driving the Internet economy, Telecel Group has opened applications for the ASIP Accelerator Program, powered by Startupbootcamp AfriTech.
NAVSA: Creating a viable smart agriculture for Nigerian farmers
By Mubarak Umar One of the major challenges facing Nigeria’s agricultural practices for long is lack of relevant information. The challenges have contribute to
With a 12.45% GDP boost, telecoms sector takes Nigeria out of recession
Nigeria is out recession. Africa’s largest economy recorded a surprisingly early exit owing to its booming telecommunications industry, regulated by the Nigerian Communications Commission
Nigeria’s economy unexpectedly exits recession as ICT maintains steady growth
Nigeria has slipped out of recession with plenty of thanks to expansive growth in its ICT and agriculture sectors – two key industries, according
ATCON to host virtual stakeholders meet on how Nigeria can achieve 70% broadband penetration
The Association of Telecommunications Companies of Nigeria (ATCON) has announced plans to host the maiden edition of Virtual Structured Engagement with Key Stakeholders in the
Reset. Reboot. Redefine Business 2021
Finding opportunity and positivity in the post-pandemic reality The global pandemic remains an ongoing part of business reality in 2021. It is time for
Telecoms in 2020: NCC expands regulatory frontier despite pandemic (1)
Year 2020, the year of Covid-19 pandemic and global lockdown, turned out to be a mix of challenges and blessings for both operators and