Minister of Communications and Digital Economy Professor Isa Ali Ibrahim (Pantami) has charged security institutions to adopt research and development as viable tool for improving security in the country. The minister who made the call on Tuesday while delivering the keynote address at a security summit organised by the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in Abuja, themed; Synergy: Read More
A new initiative was launched recently by Vodafone Group Plc and ITU, the United Nations’ specialised agency for information and communication technologies, to address the global digital divide, with the aim that an additional 3.4 billion people could have the ability to access and use the internet through a smartphone by 2030. Of the 3.7 billion people not connected to Read More
As focus shifts to remote, hard-to-reach areas, schools and health centres the federal government has approved the extension of the deadline for National Identity Number (NIN)-Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) data verification to October 31, 2021. The decision to extend the deadline was made following a request by stakeholders to accommodate registration in remote areas, foreigners and diplomatic missions, diaspora and Read More
Minister of Communication and Digital Economy, Isa Ali Pantami, has advocated the use of artificial intelligence in protection of critical infrastructures across the country. Pantami, who was speaking Tuesday in Abuja, at the opening ceremony of the Nigerian Security and Civil Defense Corps (NSCDC) stakeholders summit on the protection of critical infrastructure in Nigeria, stressed the need for more awareness, Read More
I have been following Prof. Farooq Kperogi’s Note from Atlanta, I see language mastery and journalism perfection as well as pen’s manipulation in his write-up. With no iota of doubt, he is a linguistic guru. Unfortunately, the envy has infected his heart.Prof. Kperogi in two of his articles said that Pantami is his friend, but his actions do not support Read More
Director-general National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi has stated that digital entrepreneurship was crucial in ensuring sustainable digital economy. He said this in Abuja on Wednesday, while delivering a keynote address at a one-day action oriented roundtable/interface organised by Civil Society Groups for Good Governance with the theme “Maximizing Potentials of Digital Entrepreneurship for Youth Empowerment and Read More
President Muhammadu Buhari had on September 1, 2021 sacked the Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development, Mohammed Sabo Nanono, and Minister of Power, Engineer Saleh Mamman. He apparently cited commitment to breathe new air and consolidate legacy achievements in the government as reasons for the decision. Presidential Spokesperson, Femi Adesina, added that, the two ministers were sacked after an independent Read More
“Yaba kyauta tukwici”, this is to borrow some Hausa adage, meaning “appreciate whoever shows concern on you” and “he who wants to stay away from being disappointed, should expect less and love less from anybody”. My focus is not on the acquisition of a professorship by the Minister of Communication and Digital Economy, Isa Pantami, or question the legality of Read More
“Yaba kyauta tukwici”, this is to borrow some Hausa adage, meaning “appreciate whoever shows concern on you” and “he who wants to stay away from being disappointed, should expect less and love less from anybody”. My focus is not on the acquisition of a professorship by the Minister of Communication and Digital Economy, Isa Pantami, or question the legality of Read More
Minister of Communications and Digital Economy Prof Isa Ali Ibrahim (Pantami) has said that digital transformation in the public service is central to developing indigenous digital economy in Nigeria. “It will fundamentally transform the way the public sector operates, creates value, and delivers services to customers.” The minister who was represented by the Permanent Secretary Ministry of Communications and Digital Read More
The Nigerian Communications Commission has recommended a punishment of N200,000 for mobile communications service providers who do not verify and confirm each subscriber’s biometric, National Identity Number, and other personal information. This was stated in a proposed draft regulation on telephone subscriber registration for 2020, which was recently published on the NCC’s website. The draft document read in part, “Any Read More
The Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, Dr Isa Ali Ibrahim (Pantami) represented by the permanent secretary in the ministry, Mr Bitrus Bako Nabasu, has received in audience the Ambassador-designate of Japan, His Excellency, Mr Sadanabu Kusaote Umer and his entourage in his office in Abuja on a courtesy call. According to a statement by the deputy director (information/press), P.O Read More
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has announced the formal engagement of the global fintech company, Bitt Inc., as the technical partner for its digital currency, named eNaira, which is due to be unveiled later in the year. The Governor of the Central Bank, Mr. Godwin Emefiele, while disclosing the development in Abuja listed the benefits of the Central Bank Read More
Minister of Communications and Digital Economy Dr Isa Ali Ibrahim Pantami has revealed that a total of 1,667 ICT projects has been completed while another 455 others are ongoing across the country. The minister made this remarks at the commissioning of “Digital Economy projects Batch 12” as part of programme marking his two years in office in Abuja on Thursday. Read More
Federal Ministry of Communications and Digital Economy new permanent secretary Mr Bitrus Bako Nabasu has assumed office. The new PS replaces Engr. Festus Yusufu Daudu who completed the mandatory 35 years in the civil service of the federation. Nabasu who assumed office on August 9th, 2021, appreciated his predecessor while promising to build on his legacy. He also appreciated staff Read More
Minister of Communications & Digital Economy Dr Isa Ali Ibrahim Pantami has unveiled a new N50 revenue stamp for the country in Abuja. The new Nigerian Postal Service (NIPOST) Revenue Stamp is to be used “to authenticate businesses, transactions or any lawful agreements between institutions based on the Finance Act 2020.” According to the minister, revenue to be generated will Read More
The Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, Dr Isa Ali Ibrahim Pantami, has flagged off e-governance and digital transformation training for members of the Kano State Executive Council. He specifically urged other state governors to emulate Kano state governor, Abdulahi Ganduje, and embrace the digital transformation training. Dr. Pantami who spoke at the flag off ceremony in Kano, Monday, noted Read More
National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has projected a 95% target for digital literacy in Nigeria by 2030. Director-general of NITDA Mallam Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi stated this when chief executive director Aid for Rural Education and Access Initiative (AREAI) Prince Gideon Olarewaju and some members of the organisation paid a courtesy visit to NITDA headquarters in Abuja recently. He said Read More
The Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, Dr Isa Ali Ibrahim Pantami has flagged off training on e-governance and digital transformation for the Kano state executive council members. The training is a pioneer programme at that level, aimed at equipping the leadership of the state with requisite skills for effective governance in line with global trends. The minister noted that Read More
The leadership of Cisco Africa Team have called for a collaboration with the federal government on the digital drive in the country. Speaking at a virtual meeting initiated by Cisco with the Minister of Communications and Digital Economy Dr Isa Ali Ibrahim Pantami, senior vice president Public Policy and Governmental Affairs for Europe, Middle East, Africa and Russia Ms Pastora Read More
Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, Dr Isa Ali Ibrahim Pantami, Wednesday, disclosed that the Federal Government has approved an Emergency Communications Centre (ECC) for Zamfara stateto support the fight against insecurity in the state. The minister, who spoke when he received the governor of the state, Alhaji Muhammad Bello Matawalle, in his office in Abuja, said the centre would Read More
National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has commenced operations of the National Public Key Infrastructure (NPKI). The commencement of the national PKI operations was unveiled by NITDA director-general Mallam Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi in Abuja on Tuesday, at a Key Generation and Handover Ceremony for Root Certification Authority (RCA) for Country Signing Certification Authority (CSCA) and Country Verification Certification Authority (CVCA) Read More
The Managing-Director, Nigerian Communications Satellite (NIGCOMSAT) Dr Abimbola Alale has said that the organisation is leveraging NigComSAT-1R to provide complimentary solutions for an effective digital economy. Speaking at the 2021 Nigeria DigitalSENSE Forum series on Internet Governance for Development (NDSF) held in Lagos recently, she said NigComSAT is leveraging the NigComSAT-1R I by linking stakeholders, especially ones in the hinterland. Read More
Nigeria has generated a total of 57.3 million unique National Identity Number (NIN) since it began the process of citizens and residents registration by linking existing SIM cards to NIN in December, 2020. On December 15, 2020, the federal government through the Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, Isa Ali Ibrahim (Pantami) and the director-general National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) Read More
Director-general National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) Mallam Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi has charged the Chief Information Officers (CIOs) in Africa to focus more on initiating digital innovation strategies considering global digital trends and new realities. The DG said this while making his presentation at the 8th Annual Instalment of the International Data Corporation (IDC) West Africa CIO Summit 2021 themed: Read More
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