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- 27 Feb 2023
Ericsson Named Leader in ABI Research Sustainability Assessment
ABI ranked more than 80 telco vendors and suppliers based on the two key areas of implementation and impact. The assessment provided a matrixed view of the ecosystem of companies that can best…
- 6 Feb 2013
NIMC Upgrades ABIS to 100m Capacity
National Identity Management Commission (NIMC), charged with providing Nigerians state-of-the-art identity card system and database system has upgraded its Automated Biometric Identification System…
- 24 Nov 2013
ITU Partners Brace for Battle against Cyber Threats
ITU Telecom World 2013, held in Bangkok, Thailand has demonstrated the power and need to work together with partners to enhance cybersecurity capabilities in the online world. ITU’s partners ABI…
- 27 Mar 2015
Global Uptake of Biometrics Expected to Rise in 2015
ABI Research forecasts $3.1 billion global revenues in 2015 for biometrics in the consumer and enterprise sectors, with much of the growth coming from smartphone solutions, according to recent…
- 2 Apr 2014
ITU Drives Global Effort to Strengthen Cybersecurity
ITU has presented the Global Cybersecurity Index (GCI), a unique initiative launched by ITU and ABI Research to measure the levels of cybersecurity in countries, at a forum held in Dubai yesterday.…
- 12 Feb 2016
Airtel Donates to Adopted School in Cross River
Airtel Nigeria, has donated items including school uniforms, bags and exercise books to the student of Presbyterian Primary School, Ediba in Abi Local Government Area of Cross River State. ‎ The…
- 29 Jun 2020
5G to Contribute Over $7.5tn to Global GDP by 2030 - Report
By 2030, 5G-related initiatives will contribute over $7.5 trillion to the global gross domestic product (GDP). This is according to Dimitris Mavrakis, research director of ABI Research, highlighting…
- 6 Feb 2014
African Population Half to Be Covered by LTE Networks by 2018
Half the African population will be covered by LTE networks, as LTE base station deployment swells at a CAGR of 40% over the next five years, finds ABI Research. However, LTE network population…
- 21 May 2020
How Telcos Can Rebuild Nigeria in Wake of COVID-19
The COVID-19 pandemic has had devastating effect on all social and economic sectors. In just three months, the pandemic has left tears, sweats and blood on the people and the economy. For Nigeria,…
- 19 Jan 2014
Airtel Donates Borehole to Adopted School in Cross River
Airtel Nigeria, leading telecommunications service provider, has again demonstrated its commitment to primary educational development and the upliftment of underprivileged children as it donates a…
- 28 Aug 2015
Frost & Sullivan Honors DERMALOG for Biometrics Achievements in Nigeria, Others
The consulting company Frost & Sullivan has awarded Germany’s largest biometrics manufacturer DERMALOG and its customized solutions and products for Africa with the “2015 African Biometrics…
- 31 Jul 2012
Operators and Expanding Demand for Mobile Broadband
The improvement in access to telephones has had positive impact in virtually all facets of life, including political, social and economic activities, thus resulting in an exponential growth in the…
- 8 Nov 2017
Biometric Payment Cards an Emerging Frontier in Banking Security - Report
The presence of biometric technologies in banking applications is steadily increasing, and embedded fingerprint sensor payment cards are the latest innovation ready to go public, according to a press…
- 5 Aug 2013
Imoke Commends Airtel’s Role in Educational Development
Senator Liyel Imoke, Cross River State Governor has commended Airtel Nigeria, leading telecommunications operator for playing a crucial role in the development of primary education across the…
- 24 Dec 2012
5Bn Wireless Connectivity Chips to Ship in 2013
The number of standards-based wireless connectivity chips including standalone Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, GPS, NFC, and ZigBee, as well as connectivity combo ICs and platform solutions that will be…
- 27 Mar 2018
Facebook Lunches #SheMeansBusiness in Partnership with She Leads Africa
Facebook has announced the launch of #SheMeansBusiness, an initiative designed to inspire and train female entrepreneurs across the country to build, grow and start their own businesses. In a recent…
- 6 Apr 2019
NIMC, NIS Ready to Enforce NIN on the New Enhanced e-Passports
The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) and the Nigerian Immigration Service (NIS) have resolved to commence enforcement of the National Identification Number (NIN) on the new enhanced 10…
- 13 Mar 2019
NIMC, NIS Set to Enforce NIN Enhanced New 10-Year e-Passports
The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) and the Nigerian Immigration Service (NIS) have resolved to commence enforcement of the National Identification Number (NIN) on the new enhanced 10…
- 5 Aug 2019
Oromia International Bank in Ethiopia Goes Live with ICSFS’ IFB Software
ICS Financial Systems Limited (ICSFS), the global software and services provider for banks and financial institutions, and Oromia International Bank S.C (OIB), one of the most profitable banks in…
- 2 Jul 2020
How 5G Technology Will Drive Future Business – Huawei, Partners
Huawei Technologies, leading global provider of information and communications technology (ICT) infrastructure and smart devices, recently held its 5G+, Better World Summit, where various operators…
- 17 May 2021
PenOp Partners AVCA on Private Equity Investments
The Pension Fund Operators Association of Nigeria (PenOp) has gone into partnership with the African Private Equity and Venture Capital Association (AVCA) to empower local investors and develop…
- 9 Mar 2023
Ericsson Named Leader in 2023 Gartner Magic Quadrant for 5G Network Infrastructure for CSPs Report
Published in February 2023, Ericsson is recognized in the Leaders' quadrant and positioned highest for Ability to Execute. Vendors offering 5G solutions for communications service providers (CSPs)…
- 16 Mar 2009
Zain Pledges to Develop Music Talents in Country
Lampe Omoyele, Marketing Segment director of Zain Nigeria, has reaffirmed the telecom giant’s commitment to support and develop young Nigerians who have exceptional musical talents. Omoyele who…
- 9 Dec 2024
Dermalog Says Its Biometric System Ensures Bank ID Verification for over 64m Nigerians
Dermalog, German identification systems firm has said that a biometric platform it established for Nigeria nine years ago, in partnership with Central Bank of Nigeria(CBN), now facilitates ID…
- 11 Jan 2010
Nollywood Stars Laud HiTV’s Gamji, Fox Channels
Top Nollywood stars have commended Pay TV company, HiTV for the acquisition of Gamji Hausa movie channel as well as Fox Entertainment on its platform. HiTV recently added Fox Entertainment to…
- 1 Feb 2013
Samsung Unveils 2013 Brand Ambassadors, Begins Galaxy Grand Preorder
Samsung Electronics, leader in digital media and digital convergence technologies, has unveiled its 2013 brand ambassadors for its Mobile Division in West Africa. The company also announced a brand…
- 11 Aug 2013
Global Wi-Fi CPE Shipments Top 43.3m Q1
Worldwide consumer Wi-Fi customer premises equipment (CPE) shipments surpassed 43.3 million at the end of this year's first quarter, which represents a 16.8 percent increase from the fourth quarter…
- 30 Dec 2013
BlackBerry May Abandon Physical Handset for Cyber Security
With losses at £2.7bn, John Chen, interim chief executive must find a new way forward as Bloomberg Businessweek magazine's cover showed a range of archaeological objects – a flint arrowhead, a skull…
- 2 Dec 2014
Ahmed, Kwara State Gov,Commends Airtel’s Positive Impact on Society
Airtel Nigeria, leading telecoms operator, has been commended by Abdulfatah Ahmed, Kwara State Governor, for its laudable contributions towards the socio-economic development of the state through its…
- 16 Jun 2016
Nokia Smart Home Solution Now Connects Residential Customers to IoTs
Nokia has announced a new Smart Home solution that lets network operators quickly offer new services to residential customers seeking a digital home solution for the Internet of Things. The solution…