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NCC Sensitizes Consumers on Fraudsters Activities

Web News 18 May 2023 683 0

By Mosope Kehinde Market men and women at Araromi motor spare part, Agodi Ibadan have urged the Nigeria Communication Commission, NCC to sustain it’s sensitization Campaign on possible ways of  identifying activities of fraudsters on mobile phones. They made the call in Ibadan at a Continue Reading

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Media Dialogue on Digital Learning Platforms

Web News 27 April 2023 294 0

By Afolasade Osigwe One of the fallout of the COVID-19 pandemic is the extension of the space for learning online which experts believe could be utilized for empowerment. Ways and how to maximize the associated gains and explore youth-related opportunities were the focus of a 2- day media dialogue on Digital Learning Platforms which kicked […]Continue Reading

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CPJ Decries Conviction of Kwara Journalists

Web News 15 April 2023 244 0

The Committee to Protect Journalists has condemned the conviction of two Kwara journalists, Gidado Yushau and Alfred Olufemi on conspiracy and defamation charges. A Magistrate Court sitting in Kwara State had convicted the duo over a false publication about an Agro-allied company based in the state. The publication, “Inside a Kwara Factory where Indian Hemp […]Continue Reading

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Passengers Groan as Aviation Workers Down Tools

Web News 23 January 2023 338 0

International flights at the Murtala Mohammed International Airport on Monday morning were grounded as workers of the Nigerian Aviation Handling Company Plc embarked on strike. According to NAHCO, the strike is due to salary increments. An affected passenger and aviation expert, Alex Nuba, said that NAHCO staff in the early hours of Monday walked out […]Continue Reading

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Smartphones will Switch to Use of Universal Charger from 2024

Web News 4 October 2022 479 0

The European Parliament on Tuesday passed a new law requiring USB-C to be the single charger standard for all new smartphones, tablets, and cameras from late 2024. The measure, which EU lawmakers adopted, wants to push Apple to drop its outdated Lightning port on its iPhones for the USB-C one already used by many of […]Continue Reading

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Poor Services, Function of Vandalism – NCC

Web News 5 September 2022 286 0

The Nigerian Communications Commission, NCC, has attributed poor telecom services to the destruction of telecommunication infrastructure and facilities in the country. The Vice Chairman, NCC, Umar Danbatta, said this at the 2022 edition of the Youth, Civil Society and Stakeholders Summit, held in Abuja, the Federal Capital Territory. Danbatta said over 50,000 cases of Continue Reading

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Report cases of vandalism to law enforcement agencies – NCC

Web News 3 September 2022 328 0

The Nigerian Communications Commission, NCC, says poor telecom services in the country are connected to the destruction of telecommunication infrastructure and facilities. The Vice Chairman, NCC, Professor Umar Danbatta, said this at the 2022 edition of the Youth, Civil Society and Stakeholders Summit, held in Abuja, the Federal Capital Territory. Professor Danbatta said Continue Reading

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NCC warns Nigerians Against Hackers Unlocking Cars

Web News 16 May 2022 398 0

Nigerian Communications Commission has warned Nigerians against hackers, who unlock and steal cars due to the cyber-vulnerability of such cars. According to the NCC, the ongoing cyber-vulnerability allows a nearby hacker to unlock vehicles, start their engines wirelessly and steal the cars. The NCC gave this warning in a statement on Sunday signed by its […]Continue Reading

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Govs. Raise Concern over Journalists Safety, Fake News

Web News 3 May 2022 350 0

Osun State Government wants stakeholders to come out with measures that will protect Journalists against the prevailing issues of digital attacks. The state government noted that this becomes imperative for the continued guarantee of press freedom in the era of digital communication. This is contained in a statement issued by the Commissioner for Information and Civic Continue Reading

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NUJ Zone B Advocates more Protective Policies for Journalists

Web News 3 May 2022 377 0

The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) Zone B, has eulogized journalists all over the world, particularly Nigerian journalists in appreciation of their painstaking efforts toward ensuring that the public is properly and broadly informed. Vice President of the Zone, Comrade Ronke Samo in a release on Tuesday lauded journalists all over the world for remaining […]Continue Reading

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NYSC launches Radio, Television stations

Web News 15 April 2022 466 0

The National Youth Service Corps has gone a step further in its achievement with the inauguration of its Radio and Television Stations. The Director General of the Scheme, Major General Shuaibu Ibrahim explained that the philosophy behind the establishment of the Radio and Television stations was to educate and entertain Nigerians, give the scheme stronger […]Continue Reading

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BREAKING: FG Directs Telcos to Bar Outgoing Calls on Unlinked Lines from Monday

Web News 4 April 2022 506 0

The Federal Government has commended Nigerians for complying with the NIN-SIM linkage, while also directing telecommunications companies to bar outgoing calls on unlinked lines from Monday, 4th April, 2022. Radio Nigeria Ibadan reports that this was made known in a statement signed by Director, Public Affairs, NCC Dr. Ikechukwu Adinde, and Head, Corporate Communications, Continue Reading

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NCC Deploys Broadband Infrastructure for Sectoral Investment Drive

Web News 14 January 2022 426 0

The Nigerian Communications Commission, NCC is pursuing a comprehensive deployment of broadband infrastructure to attract relevant investments for the transformation of other sectors of the economy through Information Communications Technology. The Executive Vice Chairman, NCC, Professor Umar Danbatta gave the information while delivering a lecture at Fountain University, Continue Reading

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Ogun Govt. Assures Telecoms Operators Of Cordial Relationships

Web News 27 October 2021 458 0

Ogun State Government is set to harmonise all operational guidelines necessary to ensure seamless takeoff by telecommunication operators and other potential investors in the sector. Commissioner for Physical Planning and Urban Development, Mr. Tunji Odunlami gave this assurance in Abeokuta, during a meeting with Telecommunication Service Providers.  Mr. Odunlami Continue Reading

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Educationist Identifies Dialogue As Panacea To Nation’s Insecurity

Web News 3 October 2021 707 0

The Fight Against Poverty And Injustice Which Are Common Enemies Of The Nation Requires Collective Efforts Of Nigerians In Order To Achieve The Desired National Development. A Retired Professor Of Political Science, Osisioma Nwolise Made The Submission While Delivering A Lecture With The Theme “Socio Economic And Security Challenges: Saving Nigeria From Becoming A Failed Continue Reading

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FG Extends NIN-SIM Verification Deadline To October 31st

Web News 25 July 2021 463 0

The administration of President Muhammadu Buhari approved the extension as part of efforts to make it easier for its citizens within and outside the country, and legal residents to obtain the NIN, with the hope that concerned individuals will take advantage of the extension. This was contained in a press statement jointly signed by the […]Continue Reading

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Ogun Government Aids Ease Of Doing Business In Telecom Industry

Web News 9 July 2021 515 0

Ogun State government has initiated plans to ensure the issuance of provisional permit to prospective telecommunication service providers within seven to fourteen days after the submission of applications for approval to commence work on site. The Commissioner for Physical Planning and Urban Development, Mr Tunji Odunlami made this known in Abeokuta, during a meeting with Continue Reading

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FG Extends Deadline For NIN-SIM Registration

Web News 29 June 2021 499 0

The Federal Government has approved the extension of the deadline for NIN-SIM data verification to the 26th of July, 2021. The decision to extend the deadline was made after a request by stakeholders on the need to consolidate the enrolment and NIN-SIM verification process following the rapid increase in the number of enrolment systems across […]Continue Reading

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FG Extends NIN-SIM Registration

Web News 4 May 2021 427 0

Federal Government has approved extension of the deadline for NIN-SIM data verification till June 30, 2021. This is contained in a press statement jointly signed by, spokespersons of NCC, Ikechukwu Adinde and National Identity Management Commission (NIMC), Kayode Adegoke, Tuesday. The statement says the extension came after a virtual meeting chaired by the Minister of […]Continue Reading

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FG Lifts Embargo on SIM Registration

Web News 16 April 2021 758 0

The Federal Government on Thursday says the activation and issuance of new SIM cards will resume on April 19 with adherence to the verification and the guidelines. This was contained in a statement issued by Mr, Femi Ademiluyi, a technical aide to the Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, Dr Isa Pantami. ”The implementation of […]Continue Reading

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VP Osinbajo Launches Ogun Digital Economy Project

Web News 16 April 2021 488 0

Vice President Yemi Osinbajo has launched the Ogun Digital Economy Infrastructure Project as part of efforts to extend broadband connectivity to Nigerians by the year 2023. Professor Osinbajo, who launched the facilities through virtual interaction during the ceremony held at Ogun Tech Hub, Kobape road Abeokuta, said the Federal Government was intensifying efforts to Continue Reading

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NIMC Introduces app For SIM-NIN linkage

Web News 30 March 2021 669 0

The National Identity Management Commission, NMIC has launched an improved National Identity Number (NIN) slips and App for the public. The launch was performed by Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, Dr. Isa Pantami, through the Director-General/Chief Executive Officer of NIMC, Engr. Aliyu A. Aziz. The Head of Corporate Communications of NIMC, Kayode Adegoke, Continue Reading

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Minister Charges NIPOST On Revenue Generation

Web News 22 March 2021 228 0

The Federal Government has charged the management of Nigerian Postal Service (NIPOST) to make the service an enviable one where graduates will be longing to work.   Minister of Communication and Digital Economy, Dr. Isa Pantami gave the charge in Ibadan while addressing the management of Nigerian Postal Service.  Represented by Permanent Secretary, Ministry Continue Reading