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MTN unveils “Go Make a Difference” campaign in Benin
Benin, March 16, 2025(NAN) MTN Nigeria has launched a “Go Make a Difference” (Go M.A.D) campaign to empower Nigerians to make a difference in every area of their lives using MTN data. Speaking on Sunday during the launch at 360 lounge, GRA Benin, Mr Olaniyi Alabi, Senior Manager, Edo Business Unit, MTN. said the Go M.A.D. was MTN latest initiative…
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MTN collaborates LASG to inaugurate innovative MyLagosApp
The MTN Group, in partnership with the Lagos State Government (LASG),,, has inaugurated an innovative mobile application, MyLagosApp, aimed at boosting productivity and connectivity and transforming the lifestyles of Lagos residents. The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of MTNN, Mr Karl Toriola, said at the app’s official inauguration in Lagos that it was designed to provide a one-stop center for information,…
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How banks can overcome network, internet failures – Experts
Some ICT experts have canvassed upgrades of cyber network infrastructure, implementation of zero trust architecture (ZTA), enforcement of regulations, and diversification of internet service providers to enhance smooth customer service delivery in the banking sector. The ICT experts, in separate interviews with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Abuja on Monday, said that addressing the challenge of poor network…
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Nigeria to witness first lunar crescent Feb. 28 -NASRDA
The National Space Research and Development Agency (NASRDA) said that Nigeria would likely witness its first astronomical lunar crescent on February 28. Dr. Felix Ale, Director of Media and Corporate Communications of NASRDA, said this in a statement on Saturday. He said that the lunar crescent had been calculated to occur at 1:45 a.m. West African Time (WAT). Ale said…
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RoboCAN targets 1,000 teachers for robotics certification – organisers
The organizers of the Robotics Coaches Association of Nigeria (RoboCAN) on Friday said the first phase of the scheme targeted 1,000 teachers across Nigeria for certification. Fasasi Babatunde, South West Regional Coordinator for Arc-Lights Foundation, said this in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on the sidelines of the launch of 2025 WRO Nigeria/Africa. NAN reports that…
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FG says empowering citizens through storytelling will enhance trust, participation in governance
The federal government says empowering citizens through storytelling will enhance trust and participation in governance. The Managing Director of Galaxy Backbone (GBB), Prof. Ibrahim Adeyanju, said this during the 1st edition of the 2025 DevsInGovt monthly program in Abuja on Friday. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the program themed “Data Storytelling: Harnessing the Power of Data Visualisation…
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Airtel Africa’s revenue increases 20.4% in 9 months
Airtel Africa Plc has reported a 20.4 percent growth in revenue to $3,638 million for the nine-month ended Dec. 31, 2024. Airtel Africa said this in a report on Thursday. It said the total customer base grew by 7.9 percent to 163.1 million, with data customer penetration increasing by 13.8 percent to 71.4 million. According to Airtel Africa, data usage…
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NGO wants PWDs inclusion in drafting, implementation of National Digital Literacy Framework
A non-governmental Organisation, Inclusion Friends Association (IFA), on Wednesday demanded the inclusion of persons with disabilities (PWDs) in the drafting and implementation of the National Digital Literacy Framework (NDLF). The Executive Director of IFA, Grace Jerry, made the call at a Media Roundtable on Digital Literacy for Women and Girls with Disabilities, organised by IFA with support from Rise Up…
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Telecom tariff hike: NLC declares mass rally on Feb. 4
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has declared plans to embark on a nationwide mass rally on Feb. 4 over the 50 percent hike on telecom services by the Nigeria Communications Commission (NCC). Mr. Joe Ajaero, NLC President, said this in a communique issued at the end of the Congress’s National Administrative Council (NAC) meeting held on Wednesday in Abuja. He…
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Telecom hike: LCCI seeks continuous stakeholders’ engagement
The Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) has called for continuous engagement by stakeholders in the telecommunications sector to create a win-win situation following the approved tariff hike. Director General, LCCI, Dr. Chinyere Almona, made the call on Tuesday in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Lagos. Almona was reacting to the recent approval of…
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NLIST upgrades Sokoto office to regional centre
Gov. Ahmed Aliyu of Sokoto State has assured full support for the Sokoto Office of the Nigeria Institute of Leather Science and Technology (NLIST), which has just been upgraded to a Regional Office. Aliyu made this assurance while receiving the Director-General of NLIST, Dr Awwal Imam, during a courtesy visit in Sokoto on Saturday. He commended the Director-General’s…
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APWEN pledges support for young female engineers
The Association of Professional Women Engineers of Nigeria (APWEN) says it is committed to bringing succour to job-seeking female professional engineers. Dr. Atinuke Owolabi, Chairman of APWEN’s Lagos Chapter, restated the association’s commitment on Saturday during her courtesy visit to the Managing Director of Crestech Engineering, Mr. Sobande Gbolahan. Owolabi listed some of APWEN’s efforts, which include securing three placement…
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AI: Foundation seeks learning content tailored to students needs
The Bench Pathways Charity Initiative, a non-governmental organisation (NGO), says there is a need to tailor learning contents to match students’ individual needs. The founder of the NGO, Mr. Enoch Alonge, said this during an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Saturday in Lagos. Speaking on the 2025 International Day of Education (IDE), Alonge said access to…
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FG approved telecom tariff hike to sustain industry – Minister
Dr. Bosun Tijani, the Minister of Communication, Innovation, and Digital Economy, says the Federal Government approved a 50 percent tariff hike for telecommunication companies to sustain the industry. Tijani added that the new tariff would allow telecommunications companies to be able to invest in new infrastructure and improve connectivity. He said this at the maiden Robotics and Artificial Intelligence Nigeria…
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Nigeria partners U.S firm to equip youths with digital skills
The Digital Bridge Institute (DBI) has entered into a transformative partnership with a United States-based SBTS Group LLC to equip Nigerian youths with the needed digital skills for global competitiveness. The Head of Public Affairs, DBI, Akin Ogunlade, disclosed this in a statement on Friday in Abuja. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the move is to create…
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Tariff hike: NATCOMS not in support of NLC’s proposed protest – Ogunbanjo
The National Association of Telecommunication Subscribers (NATCOMS) on Thursday disassociated itself from the industrial action being planned by the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) to protest the telecom tariff hike. The President, NATCOMS, Mr. Deolu Ogunbanjo, told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Lagos that the protest was uncalled for, as it would send wrong signals to investors. NAN reports…
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Nigeria, Russia partnership will strengthen socioeconomic relations
Mrs. Esuabana Nko-Asanye, Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Innovation, Science, and Technology, has said that Nigeria’s partnership with the Republic of Russia will strengthen the socioeconomic relations of both countries. Nko-Asanye said this when officials from the Embassy of the Russian Federation, led by the Senior Counselor on Trade and Economic Section, Sergei Pliushchov, visited her in Abuja on Wednesday. She…
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