Nigeria’s telecoms operators renew clamor for tariff increase
Telecommunication companies in Nigeria are renewing their push for an increase in the prices of calls, data, and other services after multiple failed attempts in the last 11 years. The…
Dr Krishnan Ranganath, Regional Executive, Africa Data Centers
How Africa Data Centers supports Nigeria’s growing startup ecosystem
It’s a no-brainer that global enterprises and startups require unhindered data flow that transcends geography with agility and speed. This is why companies like Africa Data Center (ADC), which boasts…
Huawei Cloud makes a play for Nigerian startups with free credits and local currency payments
Chinese technology giant, Huawei, has announced an ambitious initiative to propel its cloud business forward and secure a significant foothold in the Nigerian market with cloud credits totaling $10 million,…
Nigeria’s broadband infrastructure to get boost with $3 billion from the World Bank
In partnership with the World Bank, the Nigerian government aims to address the digital divide by raising $3 billion for an extensive broadband infrastructure expansion that will build 120,000km additional…
Bayobab lands 2Africa cable in Nigeria and Ghana
Bayobab Group has landed its 45,000km 2Africa cable in Nigeria, marking the fourth in a series of six landings from the 2Africa subsea cable system. The company previously announced its…
Cut telecom taxes, Nigeria’s regulator appeals to states
Nigeria’s telecommunications regulator, the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) is urging states and local governments nationwide to reduce taxes imposed on telecom companies, warning that excessive taxation could hinder industry growth.…
Nigeria’s broadband penetration drops 10.7% on adjusted population figure
Nigeria's population figures by the Population Commission, broadband penetration experienced a significant decline of 10.7%. According to the revised data, only 40.48% of Nigeria's 216.7 million population had internet access…
Billionaire Mukesh Ambani ventures into data center industry through Digital Connexion JV
In partnership with digital infrastructure company, Digital Realty Trust and Brookfield Asset Management, Reliance Industries has made inroads into the Indian data center industry with an investment of $122 million,…
Lars Johannisson named CEO of Rack Centre
West African data center operator, Rack Centre, has appointed Lars Johannisson as its new Chief Executive Officer. Johannisson replaces Dr. Ayotunde Coker, who moved to lead the Open Access Data…
ICT Minister tackles last-mile challenge with broadband alliance
The Federal Government, led by the Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Dr. Bosun Tijani, has finalized plans for an extensive strategy to achieve affordable internet and enhanced broadband…