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Nigeria is strengthening its satellite communications infrastructure after government-owned NIGCOMSAT signed an agreement with Thales Alenia Space to develop a new telecommunications satellite aimed at expanding connectivity across Africa. Known as NigComSat-2A, the geostationary satellite is being designed to provide a range of communications services, including television broadcasting, broadband internet, …
Nigeria has brought forward the timetable for one of its largest digital infrastructure projects, with the government now aiming to complete a planned 90,000-kilometre national fibre network within three years. The revised schedule was announced by Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy Minister Bosun Tijani at Semafor’s The Next 3 Billion …
Nigeria has introduced a new National Digital Cloud Policy aimed at strengthening its domestic cloud infrastructure and positioning the country as a major hub for digital services across West Africa and the wider sub-Saharan African market. The policy provides a framework for expanding cloud and data-centre capacity, encouraging private investment …
Nigeria’s telecommunications operators will be required to allocate dedicated funding for cybersecurity under new requirements introduced by the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), as regulators seek to strengthen the resilience of critical communications infrastructure. The directive forms part of an updated Guidance Note on the Implementation of the Cyber Resilience Framework …
Nigeria is calling for deeper cooperation among African nations to strengthen the continent’s artificial intelligence capabilities and reduce dependence on foreign technology infrastructure as global competition around AI intensifies. The appeal was made by Kashifu Abdullahi, Director-General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), warning that Africa risks remaining …
Nigeria is increasing investment in smart urban infrastructure as cities and state governments explore the use of connected technologies including smart lamppost systems, surveillance platforms and digital backbone networks to modernise public services and improve urban management. The shift forms part of broader efforts to strengthen Nigeria’s digital economy through …
Nigeria is advancing its digital payments ecosystem with new upgrades to its instant payment infrastructure, reinforcing its position as one of Africa’s leading fintech markets. In recent developments, the Nigeria Inter-Bank Settlement System (NIBSS) confirmed enhancements to its real-time payments platform, aimed at improving transaction speed, reliability, and interoperability across …
Nigeria is advancing its digital transformation strategy by embedding digital public infrastructure into large-scale urban development projects, as part of a broader push to modernise cities and expand access to services. Smart city initiatives, including developments such as Aba, are integrating digital identity systems, e-government services, and payment platforms into …