The International Telecommunication Union (ITU) and the United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR) have…
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NCC Hosts ITU Broadband Maps Initiative to Harmonize West Africa’s Connectivity Data
In a bid to advance broadband mapping harmonization across West Africa, the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC)…
Digital Push, Global Connectivity: ITU Stresses Urgent Infrastructure Funding
The International Telecommunication Union (ITU) has issued a critical global appeal for substantial investment in digital…
Mobile Data Affordability Lags in Sub-Saharan Africa Despite Price Drop
Despite a reported decrease in prices since 2018, the affordability of basic mobile data remains a…
Nigeria Leads US, Africa in Affordable Data Cost – ITU Reports
As the world becomes increasingly reliant on digital connectivity, access to affordable internet has become a…
TD Africa to Empower 400 Young Women with TecHERdemy
At least 400 young Nigerian women are about to get a digital boost as TD Africa…
Nigeria Scores 71% in Global Digital Readiness Index – ITU Report
…Emerges Frontrunner in Digital Readiness Nigeria has been ranked high in its readiness for digital transformation,…
ITU Secures $4.8 Billion for Global Internet Connectivity by 2026
The International Telecommunications Union (ITU), has announced $4.8 billion investment commitments to drive global connectivity. The UN Agency…
720 Million People Lacks Internet Connectivity in Africa, Other Least Developed Countries
…As Deepening Digital Divide Threatens World’s Least Developed Countries Not less than two-thirds of the Least…
Broadband Penetration Hits 42.79% in Nigeria
…Active Mobile Lines Cross 200 Million Mark ..As Nigeria’s ICT Industry Growing in Leaps and Bounds…
How NCC Plans to Secure Nigerian Telecoms Sector with DMS Solution
In an effort to monitor, manage and secure the telecoms sector in the country, the Nigerian…
NCC to Receive Spectrum as FEC Approves 5G Policy for Nigeria
Sequel to FEC’s approval of 5G policy in Nigeria, the National Frequency Management Council (NFMC), chaired…
Electronic Transmission of Results: The Joke is on NASS, INEC, Not NCC
Aliyu Momodu In the heat of the debate over Electoral Act Amendment Bill and the propriety…
No Health Risks to Human Lives Associated with 5G Deployment – Minister, Stakeholders
…As Senate Holds Public Hearing The Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, Dr. Isa Ali Ibrahim…
Ndukwe Highlights Economic Effect of not Deploying 5G in Nigeria
The former Executive Vice Chairman of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), Dr. Ernest Ndukwe has said…
ITU Tasks Regulators, Operators As Teledensity, Mobile Technology Widen Existing Digital Gap
As the existing digital gap widens, the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) has tasked regulators, mobile networks…
World Bank, ITU, Others Tasks Regulators, Telcos on Digital Infrastructure, Affordable Connectivity
Information and Communication Technology regulators and telecom operators have been advised to ensure that digital connectivity…
Digital Technologies, Path to ‘Generation Equality’ – ITU
To commemorate the year 2020 International Women’s Day (IWD), the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) has said…
ITU tasks Nigeria, others on inclusive Digital Society.
The Global Telecommunication development arm of United Nations, the International Telecommunications Union (ITU) has charged member…