.ng Ambassador Programme is a strategic initiative designed to deepen awareness, advocacy, and adoption of Nigeria’s country code top-level domain, .ng.

At Tech Convergence 3.0 in Abuja, NiRA conferred the inaugural National .ng Ambassador Recognition on Senator Shuaib Afolabi Salisu, chairman, Senate Committee on ICT & Cybersecurity, and Honourable Stanley Adedeji Olajide, chairman, House Committee on Information & Technology, in recognition of their contributions to Nigeria’s digital transformation journey, support for innovation, and commitment to advancing indigenous digital infrastructure.

The .ng Ambassador Programme seeks to build a network of distinguished champions who will promote Nigeria’s digital identity and highlight the strategic importance of the .ng namespace across key stakeholder communities.

Conferring the honour on the recipients, Dr. Mrs. Ibukun Odusoke, chairperson, NiRA Board of Trustees, said this milestone reinforces NiRA’s commitment to strengthening Nigeria’s digital ecosystem, fostering local content development, and positioning .ng as the preferred digital identity for Nigerians and Nigerian businesses.

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The meeting, held in Wednesday, brought together senior executives from both organisations to discuss the future of Nigeria’s telecommunications industry, infrastructure development, service quality, and emerging opportunities within the country’s rapidly evolving digital economy.

The Executive Management and Staff of ntel include Afolabi Oladunjoye, Ikechi Jim Nnah, George Ifeonyemetalu, Chinedu Anochirionye, Ariyike Akinbobola LL.B, Nasirudeen Babalola, who were received by the hairman of the NCC, in a meeting centered on innovation, industry growth, and the future of connectivity in Nigeria.

Also present were the Executive Commissioner, Technical Services, Engr. Abraham Oshadami; the Board Secretary, GT Mohammed; alongside members of the Commission’s management and staff.

Discussions during the engagement focused on strengthening industry collaboration, expanding broadband access, improving connectivity infrastructure, and driving innovation capable of supporting Nigeria’s digital transformation ambitions.

Speaking during the meeting, Olorunnimbe emphasised the importance of sustained investment, service quality, and innovation in delivering value to Nigerian consumers.

He encouraged ntel to continue positioning itself as a strong Nigerian player within the highly competitive telecommunications sector.

“The opportunity ahead is significant for operators committed to quality, innovation, and long-term value creation,” he said, reiterating the Commission’s commitment to supporting operators while strengthening the broader telecommunications ecosystem.

The NCC chairman also acknowledged ntel’s ongoing investments and new initiatives aimed at expanding broadband connectivity and enhancing digital access across the country.

For ntel, the visit provided an opportunity to deepen engagement with the regulator while reaffirming its commitment to delivering transformative digital infrastructure and innovative connectivity solutions for businesses, institutions, Internet Service Providers (ISPs), and communities across Nigeria.

The company said discussions also highlighted the growing demand for reliable broadband services and the importance of introducing innovative products capable of expanding digital inclusion and supporting economic growth.

The engagement comes shortly after ntel announced the deployment of NOVA (Tarana), its next-generation Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) initiative designed to improve access to high-speed wireless connectivity nationwide.

According to the company, the project is expected to strengthen ntel’s role as a digital infrastructure provider by enabling partner ISPs, enterprises, and organisations to deliver broadband services using its network infrastructure.

Both parties expressed optimism about continued collaboration toward building a more connected and digitally empowered Nigeria.

The unveiling of Scrum Day Nigeria – Lagos 2025, a groundbreaking event aimed at tackling Nigeria’s most significant business challenges through organisational transformation was held at PSSDC in Magodo, Lagos State.

Addressing journalists, Sam Adesoga, partner at Value Hut Consulting and co-convener of Scrum Day Nigeria – Lagos 2025, said the conference, scheduled for March 5, 2025, at The Civic Center, Victoria Island, will focus on “Innovation and Products for Better Outcomes.”

“The event will bring together 10 expert speakers in Agile, product management, business transformation, and leadership to share strategies for helping Nigerian businesses become more adaptive, resilient, and innovative.

Speaking on Nigeria’s business challenges & why adopting modern ways of working could be beneficial for increased effectiveness, Mr. Adesoga said Nigeria’s business environment is facing critical challenges, including economic instability caused by high inflation, currency fluctuations, and an unpredictable business climate make long-term planning difficult.

He added that inefficiency & low productivity imply that Nigerian businesses suffer from bureaucratic bottlenecks, poor collaboration, and slow decision-making.

“Slow product development is also affecting the economy as many organisations struggle to deliver products and   services on time, leading to missed market opportunities.

“There is growing lack of innovation. For instance, in the banking sector who rely majorly on charges to make profits. Thus, traditional business models are failing in a fast-changing world, and companies need better ways to adapt and compete globally.

He added that business agility has been successfully adopted worldwide, boosting productivity by up to 300%, reducing product development time by 40-60%, and improving customer satisfaction by 30% or more.

How Business Agility Can Transform Nigerian Businesses

The Co-Convener stressed that scrum allows businesses to deliver products incrementally, responding to market changes quickly, while agile companies reduce waste, increasing

In his words:

“Organizations that adopt modern product management practices are more adaptable, innovative, and quicker to respond to market opportunities.

“Agile Product Management prioritises customer feedback, ensuring businesses build products people want”.

What to Expect at Scrum Day Nigeria – Lagos 2025

In her contributions during the press conference, Mercy George-Igbafe, executive director, LEARNTOR Foundation, said that the success of companies like Tesla, Google, Microsoft, and Amazon is rooted in Agile and Scrum methodologies.

“Now is the time for Nigerian businesses to embrace this game-changing approach.

“Scrum Day Nigeria 2025 is not just another conference but a movement towards a more effective, innovative, and globally competitive Nigerian business landscape.

“Business leaders, entrepreneurs, and corporate professionals are encouraged to attend and gain actionable strategies that will drive business success”, George-Igbafe said.

Scrum Day Nigeria Conference: 5th March 2025 | The Civic Center, Victoria Island, Lagos

Ticket Price: ₦25,000 per attendee | Group discounts available. Contact: samuel@valuehut.co

Scrum Day Nigeria – Lagos 2025 is a premier conference dedicated to advancing better ways of working, product innovation, and business agility in Nigeria.

Techeconomy reports that the event is designed for business leaders, entrepreneurs, product managers, and technology professionals eager to adopt modern ways of working for products that deliver better business outcomes.

ICC Conference is a significant annual event that brings together thought leaders, industry experts, professionals, and stakeholders in the fields of cybersecurity and cloud computing.

The conference serves as a platform for the exchange of knowledge, ideas, and experiences, aimed at addressing pressing issues and challenges within these sectors.

The ICC Conference focuses on a specific theme each year, reflecting the evolving landscape of cybersecurity and cloud computing.

This year’s theme is “Collaboration for Cyber Defense: Building Stronger Cybersecurity Ecosystems in Africa”.

The conference attracts a diverse audience that typically includes professionals from IT, finance, healthcare, telecommunications, government, and other sectors.

Speaking ahead of the conference, Aderonke Adeyegbe, CEO of Comercio Limited., said that this diversity enriches discussions and provides a holistic perspective on the challenges and solutions.

The event, ICC Conference, features keynote speakers, panel discussions, and technical presentations that offer insights into the latest trends, strategies, and best practices in cybersecurity and cloud computing.

These sessions help attendees stay up to date with industry developments.

Registration link is here.

Effective fintech product activation involves creating a robust digital payment ecosystem that not only addresses the unique challenges of diverse markets but also empowers individuals and businesses to participate fully in the global economy.

As a seasoned professional in the fintech and payments industry, I have witnessed firsthand the transformative potential of well-activated fintech products.

These solutions have not only expanded financial inclusion but have also revolutionised cross-border transactions, enabling businesses to operate seamlessly across borders and empowering individuals to access essential financial services.

Reflecting on our experience launching Proximity Pay in Nigeria’s retail sector during the 2020-2021 period, my team and I successfully navigated the complex payment landscape by prioritising a customer-centric approach.

Through innovative solutions and tailored offerings, we overcame initial scepticism and fostered a widespread adoption of digital payments, demonstrating the profound impact of putting the user at the heart of fintech innovations.

This is just one example of how fintech can reshape economies, empower communities, and drive progress.

As we look to the future, the role of fintech will continue to evolve, serving as a catalyst for positive transformation across industries.

*Olaniyi Ibraheem | FinTech, Digitalization & Innovation Specialist | BDM Africa | Payment Orchestration

The program WASH INNOVATION FAIR 2.0 which took place on the 27th of April 2023 was organised through the partnership of the Financial Centre for Sustainability, Lagos (FC4S LAGOS), the Nigeria Climate Innovation Centre (NCIC) and IHS Towers was inspired by FMDQ

Five Nigerian startups were awarded the sum of N3.5 million each and a 4-month mentorship programme for creating innovative solutions to address Water Sanitation Hygiene (WASH) challenges in Nigeria.

Congratulations to the winners and innovators who used the opportunity to meet pitch and engage with thought leaders.

The program was created to allow innovators engage with leaders of sustainable growth in the WASH Sector.