Traderoot Technologies: First South African-Based Fintech Company Makes History with PCI SSF Certification
In a groundbreaking milestone, Traderoot Technologies, a pioneering fintech software company, has become the first South African-based firm to achieve the prestigious Payment Card Industry Software Security Framework (PCI SSF) Compliance Certification. The PCI SSF certification represents a significant leap…
Charting Nigeria’s Path to Technological Renaissance: A Critical Perspective
By Nedu Onoja In recent years, global discourse has increasingly placed innovation, science, and technology (STI) at the heart of national development. The workshop led by Chief Uche Nnaji(Nwakibie), Nigeria’s Minister of Innovation, Science, and Technology, on November (5th-6th) 2024,…
UNN Faculty of Engineering Witnesses Seamless Transition as Prof. Ejiogu Bows Out, Prof. Ezema Takes Over
The Faculty of Engineering, University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN) recently witnessed a seamless transition of leadership as Engr. Prof. Emenike Chinedozi Ejiogu bowed out as Dean, handing over the reins to Engr. Prof. Ikechukwu Ezema. The Valedictory Board Meeting, Handover…
MTN Loses N1.9 Billion to Hackers, Two Students Arraigned in Court
Two students, Timothy Fashina Oluwabukola and Anthony Imonina Odemerho, were arraigned before the Federal High Court in Lagos for allegedly hacking into MTN Nigeria Communication Plc’s computers and stealing airtime and data valued at N1.9 billion. The Prosecutor alleged that…
NITDA: Driving a Safe, Inclusive Digital Environment for Nigeria, Africa
To forge strategic partnerships and collaboration for the advancement of Nigeria’s digital transformation agenda; accelerate collective prosperity through technical efficiency with the aim to stimulate the effective implementation of Nigeria’s renewed hope digital economy agenda; And Nigeria’s digital journey at…
NIWIIT Set for National Conference, AGM on Empowering Women in Tech in Osun
The Nigeria Women in Information Technology (NIWIIT) is set to host its 9th National Conference and 10th Annual General Meeting (AGM) in Osogbo, Osun State. With the theme “Empowering Women in Tech: Shaping the Future through Innovation and Collaboration,” this…
Governor Proposes Solution To A New Nigeria
The Governor of Imo State and former Senator of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Senator Hope Uzodinma has said that “if Information, Communication Technology (ICT) innovation hubs in some selected Universities across the geopolical zones of the country were effectively…
Centre For Artificial Intelligence To Begin In UNN As 2Oth Herbert Macaulay Memorial Lecture Ends
The University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN) is to serve as the zonal centre for Artificial Intelligence (AI) considering its roles in education in Nigeria. This was part of the outcome of the 20th Herbert Macaulay Memorial Lecture (HMML) organized by…
Tips on Right Way To Begin A Chat with Social Media User for the First Time
Have you thought about the right way to begin a chat with a social media user for the first time? Have you sent a message to a social media user without a response? Probably you simply sent a “Hi” and…
How Young Nigerians Can Monetise Their Social Media Activities — Founder, Digital Witch, Ekwutosi Okeh
Ekwutosi Okeh, popularly known as Digital Witch and Ada Nsukka on social media, is a digital content creator, social media influencer, and the founder/lead trainer at Digital Witch Support Team.In this interview by Kingsley Alumona, she speaks about her life…
Stanchion Launches New Brand Identity to Reflect PayTech Innovations
Stanchion, a pioneer in payment fabric technology, has said that it is proud to launch its new brand identity, which more accurately depicts its commitment to powering payments change, bridging the gap between traditional finance infrastructure and modern fintech.   The…
