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- 27 Oct 2021
eGovernment Projects: FG, Republic of Korea to Kick-Start Second Phase in Nigeria
After a successful implementation of phase one of the e-Government project, the Federal Government of Nigeria and the Republic of Korea are getting set to kick-start the second phase of project. Prof…
- 4 Sept 2017
Fact Check: Alleged NK Threat to Nigerians, Who Owns @DPRK_News Account?
By now, you must have heard or read about the alleged warning from the Democratic Peoples Republic of Korea (DPRK) that Nigerians should stop making mockery of the Supreme Leader, Kim Jong-un or…
- 5 Aug 2021
Nigeria, Korea Ink $13m Agreement to Boost e-Government Expansion
The Ministry of Communications and Digital Economy has signed a new project agreement worth $13 million with the Republic of Korea, through its grant aid agency, Korea International Cooperation…
- 22 May 2018
Nigeria, Korea Strengthen Relations to Advance Science & Technology
The Peoples Republic of Korea yesterday reiterated its commitment to strengthening collaboration with Nigeria in advancing science and technology. The Korean Ambassador to Nigeria, Mr Jon Choi, said…
- 12 May 2015
ITU Council Looks to Implementation of Strategic Plan
ITU’s governing Council opened its annual session yesterday under the Chairmanship of Mr Wonki Min of the Republic of Korea. Among other matters, ITU Council will examine in detail the implementation…
- 5 Aug 2021
Korean Ambassador Applauds Pantami's Stellar Leadership in Fostering Digital Governance in Nigeria
The South Korean Ambassador to Nigeria, His Excellency, Kim Young – Chae has commended the supervisory leadership of the Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, Isa Ali Ibrahim (Pantami),…
- 12 Aug 2013
ICAO Says Nigeria Maintains Global Safety Standard in Aviation
In its 2013 Safety Report, the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) listed Nigeria as having global safety standard. ICAO listed the Nigeira as one of the 14 countries in Africa that have…
- 4 Sept 2017
N/Korea Threatens Nigerians for Mocking Leader
Nigerians have been warned to stop making mockery of the Supreme Leader of North Korea Kim Jong-un “lest they pay a heavy price”. A news service from the Democratic Peoples Republic of Korea (DPRK),…
- E-Financial16 Aug 2026
SEC Orders Capital Market Operators to Cut Banking, Business Ties with Iran, DPRK
Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has directed all capital market regulated entities to terminate correspondent banking relationships and restrict business dealings involving the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK) and Iran.
- 20 Sept 2019
Nigeria Has All it Takes for Technology Development - Tae
Mr. Lee In-Tae, the Republic of South Korea Ambassador to Nigeria, says Nigeria possesses the capacity for technology and agriculture development among other industrial sectors which could create…
- 23 Oct 2022
NITDA, KOICA to Develop Enterprise Architecture Framework for Nigeria
As part of the implementation of the second phase of the National e-Government Master Plan (NeGMP) the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), in collaboration with the Republic…
- 29 Mar 2026
Nigeria Advances Digital Governance as NITDA takes over NGEA Portal
National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has formally taken over the Nigeria Government Enterprise Architecture (NGEA) Portal, in a major step toward unifying and modernising the…
- 9 Feb 2021
UN Fingers North Korea in $281m Digital Currency Heist
A preliminary United Nations inquiry into the theft of $281 million worth of assets from a cryptocurrency exchange last September “strongly suggests” links to North Korea. According to industry…
- 11 Jun 2014
How NIMASA Rescued Hijacked Ship Using Satellite Technology
Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) at the weekend launched its satellite surveillance system, which, in conjunction with the Nigerian Navy and the Nigerian Air Force,…
- 29 Mar 2016
AfDB Tasks African Ambassadors on Economic Diplomacy
Akinwumi Adesina, President of the African Development Bank Group, has urged African diplomats to work harder on promoting the development of the continent by exploring business opportunities that…
- 16 Apr 2020
'O.J. Made in America' and more on SuperSports 1 for DStv and GOtv customers
With the current shortage in live-action, SuperSport has converted its channels to themed offerings focusing on the best historical sporting moments and fascinating documentaries which will fuel your…
- 13 Jun 2021
Nigeria among Top 3 Countries with Electricity Deficits in the World
The World Bank has listed Nigeria among the three countries with the largest electricity deficits in the world. It said during the last decade, a greater share of the global population gained access…
- 21 Aug 2019
NDIC Signs MOU with Korea Deposit Insurance Corporation
The Nigeria Deposit Insurance Corporation (NDIC) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Korea Deposit Insurance Corporation (KDIC) on a wide range of issues intended to facilitate…
- 14 Dec 2018
FG, Korea To Unveil Phase-2 Of ICT Project
The Federal Government and Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) are concluding arrangements to launch second phase of partnership in ICT that would develop experts and highly skilled labor…
- 2 Aug 2010
‘Stable Global Standards, Key to IPTV Success’
Experts have said that stable global standards is key to the take-up of Internet Protocol Television (IPTV). This, they say would avoid costly and confusing ‘format wars’ and reduce…
- 21 Sept 2014
Half the World to Be Connected by 2017
Over 50% of the global population will have Internet access within three years’ time, with mobile broadband over smartphones and tablets now the fastest growing technology in human history, according…
- 23 Oct 2014
Houlin Zhao Replaces Toure as ITU Secretary-General
ITU’s 19th Plenipotentiary Conference roundly endorsed Houlin Zhao of China as its next Secretary-General. Zhao will take office on 1 January 2015 for a term of four years, with the possibility of…
- 23 Oct 2014
ICT Helped Contain Ebola Virus in Nigeria — Minister
Dr Omobola Johnson, minister of Communication Technology, said on Thursday that Information and Communications Technologies (ICTs) were instrumental to the containment of Ebola Virus in Nigeria.…
- 27 Oct 2014
ITU, Busan City Unveil Busan Initiative for Youth
A high-level commitment between ITU and the Busan Metropolitan City addressing issues related to greater participation of youth in the digital economy, including tackling youth unemployment and…
- 28 Oct 2014
Ministry of CommTech Bags GEM-TECH Awards
Seven outstanding individuals and organizations, including Nigeria’s Ministry of Communication Tecnology, leading pioneering projects and advocacy linked to harnessing the power of information and…
- 3 Nov 2014
ITU, GSMA, Internet Society Unite in Fight Against Ebola
International Telecommunication Union (ITU), the GSMA and the Internet Society (ISOC), announced that they are joining forces in the fight against Ebola. The three organizations will bring together…
- 14 Nov 2014
Digital Inclusion of Persons with Disabilities Lagging Behind-ITU
The Model ICT Accessibility Policy Report released in São Paulo, Brazil recognizes that despite the unprecedented growth in mobile and Internet use worldwide, very few nations have acted to ensure…
- 27 Sept 2015
Buhari to Unveil Ministers on Wednesday- Presidency
Femi Adesina, special adviser on Media and Publicity to President Muhammadu Buhari, has said the President may release his ministerial list before the month runs out. Mr Adesina, who spoke with…
- 17 Oct 2015
ITU Telecom World 2015 Accelerates Global ICT Innovation to help Improve Lives
ITU Telecom World 2015 closed its doors last week at Hungexpo, Budapest following an exceptional week of dialogue, debate, networking and showcasing. The event, which welcomed over 4,000 participants…
- 11 Nov 2015
ITU Allocates Radio Spectrum for Global Flight Tracking
Agreement has been reached at the World Radiocommunication Conference in Geneva on the allocation of radiofrequency spectrum for global flight tracking in civil aviation. The frequency band…