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- 1 Jul 2024
Increasing security with VerifyNG: Revolutionizing facial recognition in Nigeria
Quantum Space Dynamics Inc, a leader in AI and biometric, Machine Learning, and Big Data solutions, is making significant strides in enhancing security and user experiences in Nigeria. Chukwu Didi…
- 17 Jul 2024
President Tinubu appoints Walson-Jack as new Head of Service
President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of Didi Esther Walson-Jack as Head of the Civil Service of the Federation. Mrs. Walson-Jack The appointment was disclosed in a statement released by…
- 22 Nov 2024
Head of Civil Service Celebrates 100 Days in Office with the Launch of Galaxy Backbone’s "Govmail"
In a landmark moment for Nigeria's public service, the Head of Civil Service of the Federation, Mrs. Didi Esther Walson-Jack, OON, MINI, today marked her 100 days in office and officially launched…
- 17 Jul 2025
HCSF Describes Galaxy Backbone as a Strategic Partner in Civil Service Digitalization Reforms
In a significant move towards accelerating the Federal Government’s digital transformation agenda, the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation (HCSF), Mrs. Didi Esther Walson-Jack , paid a…
- 7 Jun 2022
Using Entrepreneurship and Working with the Private Sector, Governments can End the Unemployment Crisis in Africa
By Didi Onwu, Managing Editor: Youth and Investors at the Anzisha Prize There can be no doubt that the events of the past two years have had a devastating impact on the African economy. In fact,…
- 29 Sept 2022
Upskilling Young People to be Entrepreneurial in the age of Technology is Critical
Africa’s young people are undoubtedly one of the continent’s greatest resources. As other regions battle with ageing populations and declining birth rates, Sub-Saharan Africa can lay claim to a…
- 27 Feb 2026
Galaxy Backbone Confirms Over 150,000 Active Official Government Email Accounts, Clarifies Status of GOVMAIL
Galaxy Backbone Limited (GBB), Nigeria’s foremost ICT infrastructure and shared services provider to the Federal Government, wishes to reiterate and clarify the availability, maturity, and ongoing…
- 13 Apr 2024
EU, Nigeria Ink €18m Agreement on Local Vaccine Production, Medical Technologies
The European Union (EU) and Nigeria have signed a cooperation agreement on an €18 million EU support to enhance research and development capacities for implementing Nigeria’s national plan for the…
- 26 Nov 2024
Presidency Reaffirms Commitment to Financial Inclusion, Commends Moniepoint
Federal Government has hailed the contributions and remarkable achievements of Africa's fastest-growing financial institution, Moniepoint Inc in the financial technology sector, its commitment to…
- 10 Mar 2025
Foreign Affairs Minister Amb. Tuggar Lauds Moniepoint as a Nigerian Fintech Success Story
In a move that bolsters investor confidence in Nigeria's burgeoning fintech sector, the Honourable Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Yusuf Maitama Tuggar, visited the UK offices of Moniepoint…
- 25 Mar 2025
AFRIMA Collaborates with BridgeAfric and UNESCO for Lagos Global Music Workshop
Lagos is set to welcome top music business leaders, celebrities, business executives, and creative industry professionals from around the world as All Africa Music Awards, AFRIMA, partners with…
- 30 Apr 2025
GBB Reaffirms Commitment to Driving Public Sector Innovation @ the 5th Public Service Innovation Competition Awards
Galaxy Backbone (GBB), Nigeria’s digital infrastructure and shared services provider, joined other key government institutions at the 5th Public Service Innovation Competition Award Ceremony,…
- 13 May 2025
Tinubu’s Administration Expands Insurance Benefits for Federal Workers
Federal Executive Council has approved a group life insurance scheme for federal government officials, civil servants, and some other workers at the federal level. The approval was given at the FEC…
- 17 Jun 2025
PENCOM Mulls ₦30Bn Annual Gratuity for Retiring Civil Servants
The National Pension Commission (PenCom) is working with the Office of the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation (OHCSF) to introduce a ₦30 billion annual gratuity scheme for retiring civil…
- 28 Oct 2025
Moniepoint Unveils Nigeria's First Informal Economy AI Chatbot, As FG Lauds Fintech Giant for Powering Business Growth Across the Country
Moniepoint Inc, Africa's leading business payments and personal banking servicing platform, has launched "M", Nigeria’s first artificial intelligence-powered chatbot dedicated to demystifying the…
- 5 Nov 2025
Nigeria Reaffirms Digital Transformation Commitment at ICEGOV 2025
Nigeria has reaffirmed its commitment to digital transformation and good governance at the 18th edition of the International Conference on Theory and Practice of Electronic Governance (ICEGOV) 2025,…
- 10 Nov 2025
FG Launches Galaxy Backbone’s 1Gov ECM Platform, Marks Major Milestone in Nigeria’s Digital Transformation Journey
The Federal Government of Nigeria, through the Office of the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation (OHCSF), has officially launched the 1Gov Enterprise Content Management (ECM) Platform,…
- 1 Jan 2026
Galaxy Backbone Celebrates the Federal Government’s Paperless Civil Service Milestone
Galaxy Backbone (GBB) aligns with and celebrates the successful announcement by the Office of the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation on the achievement of a Paperless Civil Service, a…
- 23 Feb 2026
Prof. Adeyanju is Strengthening Nigeria’s Digital Backbone for a Connected Future in Two Years of Purposeful Leadership
Two years ago, the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu (GCFR), appointed a new Executive Management Team at Galaxy Backbone Limited (GBB) and this marked a…
- 18 May 2026
FG Unveils Free Tax Dispute Resolution Platforms for Nigerians
Federal Government on Monday unveiled digital platforms under the Office of the Tax Ombud, enabling Nigerian taxpayers to resolve tax-related disputes free of charge as part of efforts to improve…
- 19 Jun 2026
FG Bans Use of Gmail, Other Personal Emails for Civil Service Operations
Federal government has banned the use of personal email accounts, such as Gmail, Yahoo Mail, or Hotmail, for official public-sector transactions, mandating that civil servants transition to a secure,…
- 29 Jun 2026
NCC Ranked Among Nigeria's Top 3 Best-Performing Federal Agencies
Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has been ranked among the top three best-performing Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) of the Federal Government in the 2026 Public Service Reforms…
- 2 Jul 2026
FG Unveils Digital Postcode System for MDAs
Federal government has launched a drive to standardise operations across all Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) through the nationwide adoption of the new National Digital Alphanumeric…
- 13 Aug 2012
MTN Project Fame Season 5 Begins
The 15 contestants for the MTN Project Fame Season 5 have been ushered into the Project Fame Academy. The unveiling, which took place after weeks of auditioning and hectic selection processes, has…
- 20 Jul 2026
PFIPC Probe: Dollar, Pounds Accounts of Fake Agency Inactive - CBN
Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has disclosed that two foreign currency accounts opened in connection with the controversial Presidential Foreign Investment Promotion Council (PFIPC) have remained…
- 21 Dec 2015
REDTV, New Online Lifestyle Channel Goes Live
REDTV, a dynamic online lifestyle channel that puts the spotlight on Africa with a distinct global appeal has been launched. REDTV, features the very best of entertainment, news, design, travel,…
- 13 Nov 2017
Taxify Set to Launch Services in Abuja
By peter oluka Taxify, the fastest-growing ride-sharing platform in Europe and Africa, launches in Abuja with hundreds of driver-partners signed up to the platform and ready to accept rides all…
- 2 Aug 2019
Ayeni Adekunle, BlackHouse Media Founder and CEO Named Fellow of the National Institute of Marketing of Nigeria
Ayeni Adekunle, Public Relations and Marketing expert and CEO of Nigeria’s leading PR agency, Black House Media (BHM) has joined an elite class of distinguished Nigerian professionals following his…
- 16 Sept 2021
Spontaneous Deregulation Tests Regulatory Gaps on Digital Platforms
By Austin Okere There is a perfect storm brewing between Regulators and Technology Platforms. Regulators should ordinarily be one of the most critical enablers of a society. Austin Okere They,…
- 28 Mar 2022
Growing Ride-hailing Sector to Boost Vehicle Sales
While vehicle sales in Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) are expected to continue on a downward spiral this year, the burgeoning ride-hailing industry in the region offers automakers and car dealers an…