Digital solutions provider, Globacom, has expressed its readiness to help drive the realization of the Federal Government’s digitalization agenda and enablement of technological advancement in the country.

The Executive Vice Chairman of the company, Mrs. Bella Disu, who made this remark at the launch of Nigeria’s Digital Economy Report themed ‘Driving Economic Growth through Digital Transformation’ on Thursday in Abuja, also harped on the need for continuous harnessing of the transformative powers of emerging technologies by Nigeria.

The Glo EVC said, “We see the current challenges in the sector as a responsibility to be at the forefront of enabling tech advancement. We are at the moment doing two things which key into the Ministry of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy’s strategic blueprint. Under the pillar of Knowledge, the ministry is planning to have about 3m technical talents by 2027 and also increase digital literacy. In Glo, we have a Glo learning management solution which has the capacity to train up to 100,000 users a month on different skill sets from digital marketing and other professional courses some of which we plan to offer as CSR and also on courses covering Python, blockchain, AI to really push digital literacy”.

She added that, “Under innovation, we plan to have four innovation hubs, with one to be rolled out in Lagos in the fourth quarter of the year, and three to be commissioned by the second quarter of 2025 in PH, Ibadan, and Abuja. We see these hubs as being an eco system and a catalyst for technological advancement where we have hubs for tech enthusiasts, entrepreneurs, incubators and accelerators to really collaborate, thrive and learn”.

Explaining that the impact of digitalization was already visible in a few sectors, Mrs Disu noted that “digital platforms have completely revolutionised the transportation and mobility services sector with ride-hailing companies facilitating hundreds of millions of rides in the last seven years, in ecommerce, the sector has grown significantly with online user market now about 76.7 million users. We have also seen a huge growth in POS terminals  from about 155,000 in 2017 to now 1.8 million in 2023″.

She explained further that more and Nigerians are going into remote work, and with the right training, they will be able to take up even more lucrative roles in the sector. ‘In entrepreneurship and start-ups, through fintech and content creation and startups, the opportunities are vast,” Mrs Disu added, promising that Globacom would continue to support the sector.

The Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Dr. Bosun Tijani, and the Executive Vice Chairman of NCC, Dr. Aminu Maida received Mrs Disu’s commendation for showing their commitment and political will to resolve the challenges in the telecom industry.

In his speech, Dr. Bosun Tijani, Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy stated that Nigeria is well placed to play a critical role in a connected economy with its huge population and resources.

He said “We can only do that by diversifying our economy and strengthening technical efficiency. This is why there is immense focus on digitalizing our economy and accelerating development in sectors like agriculture and mining to improve quality of education so we can improve learning outcomes and as such deepen pour workforce, improve on transportation and infrastructure so that our economy can get the backbone that is required to make it work for our people”.

The duo of GSMA Africa and the World Bank presented the Digital Economy Report at the event.

[Lagos, Nigeria] – With the rising cost of education posing a significant challenge for parents in today’s economy, Transformation College of Business and Tech (TCBT), a pioneering online educational institution committed to accessibility, announces the launch of its Certificate Program for 2024.

Registrations for the upcoming 2024/2025 academic session are now open, offering hope and opportunity for students from all walks of life.

As an NGO dedicated to democratizing education, TCBT empowers individuals, including SSCE graduates, NYSC members, university graduates, and professionals, by providing quality education through National Innovation Diploma (NID) Certificates in various courses. With a vision of inclusivity and empowerment, TCBT is bridging the gap in educational access within Nigeria and beyond.

The Certificate Program for 2024 stands as a beacon of affordability and excellence, offering a comprehensive curriculum focusing on Business Analysis and ISO Management Systems. Over the course of 12 weeks, participants will acquire essential knowledge and skills vital for success in today’s ever-evolving business landscape.

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Edith Ugochukwu, General Manager of TCBT, expressed her enthusiasm for the forthcoming program, stating, “In these challenging times, TCBT remains steadfast in our mission to provide accessible education to all. Our Certificate Program for 2024 is not just an educational opportunity; it’s a pathway to empowerment and success. We invite individuals from all backgrounds to join us in this transformative journey.”

Registration for the Certificate Program is now open, and interested individuals can secure their place by visiting the official TCBT website at https://transformationcollege.org/certprogram/. Prospective students are also encouraged to register for the upcoming 2024/2025 academic session to take full advantage of TCBT’s innovative learning environment and industry partnerships.

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By Eric Elezuo

Nigerian engineer, Chukwuemeka Eze, has been named a finalist for this year’s Africa Prize for Engineering Innovation by the Royal Academy of Engineering. He was named in company of three other Africans for the grand prize, including South Africa (Edmund Wessels), Tanzania (Gibson Kawago) and Uganda (Anatoli Kirigwajjo). Among innovations under review in this year’s competition include electromobility motorbike conversion, a portable uterine inspection device, power packs made from recycled batteries, and a local digital security network for community safety.

The four finalists were selected from a shortlist of 15 African innovators for their proven ability to harness engineering to address common problems faced by Africans across the continent. The innovations tackle challenges central to the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals, including good health and wellbeing, affordable and clean energy, peaceful and inclusive societies, and reduced inequalities.

The Africa Prize 2023 winner will be announced in Accra on July 6, 2023, and will receive a whopping £25,000 prize money.

According to press statement by Ben Harris of Proof Africa on behalf of the Royal Academy of Engineering, the “Scalable engineering innovations created to address high gas prices by retrofitting motorbikes to run on batteries; easily diagnose and treat uterine health issues without anaesthetic; recycle lithium-ion laptop batteries into power packs for affordable electricity; and connect local communities through a digital rescue network to form community policing groups; have been selected as finalists for the prestigious Africa Prize for Engineering Innovation 2023.”

ABOUT CHUKWUEMEKA EZE

A Nigerian electrical engineer, Chukwuemeka Eze developed the Revive Kit, a modular e-mobility service used to convert gas-powered three-wheeled motorbikes to run on rechargeable lithium-ion batteries. Drivers can save up to 60% in operational costs, including gas or petrol, and 90% in maintenance costs. Eze’s company also trains technicians in the use of the kit. The Revive Kit includes lithium-ion batteries, an AC induction motor, a retrofit shaft and an electronic controller, which acts as the inverter. It also includes a vehicle-to-home power adapter.  Hall-effect sensors interface the throttle and the motor to the controller to determine and regulate motor speed. Other sensors monitor the vehicle’s battery and location, engine performance, motor temperature and maintenance requirements.

On a single charge, the smart battery rack accepts modular batteries, and can accommodate batteries for a range of up to 120 kilometres on an average load of 320 kilograms.  The vehicle-to-home integration can provide power to charge devices in off-grid homes or during power failures.

The modular battery and the smart battery racks can also be used by third party agents in building battery booths for a battery swapping network that uses mobile technology to keep drivers informed on the availability of charged batteries. This eliminates charge downtime and reduces pressure on the grid/supply.

“With surging fuel prices in Africa, the Revive Kit aims to be part of the solution. Too many drivers are spending over 60% of their revenue on petrol and maintenance; we aim to deliver an affordable and sustainable transport system which is environmentally friendly.”

AFRICA PRIZE AND ROYAL ACADEMY

The Africa Prize for Engineering Innovation, founded by the Royal Academy of Engineering in 2014, is Africa’s biggest prize dedicated to developing African innovators and helping them to maximise their impact. It gives commercialisation support to ambitious African innovators developing scalable engineering solutions to address local challenges, demonstrating the importance of engineering as an enabler of improved quality of life and economic development.

An eight-month period of tailored training and mentoring culminates in a showcase event where a winner is selected to receive £25,000, along with three runners-up, who are each awarded £10,000. One shortlisted innovator from the remaining 11 will receive an award of £5,000 as ‘The One to Watch’.

The Africa Prize is generously supported by the UK’s Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy and The Shell Centenary Scholarship Fund.

The award is in its ninth edition, and the winner will be from Nigeria, South Africa, Tanzania or Uganda; countries that have produced previous winners. One of the countries will therefore automatically produce its second Africa Prize recipient in 2023.

The statement hinted that “The Royal Academy of Engineering is harnessing the power of engineering to build a sustainable society and an inclusive economy that works for everyone.

“In collaboration with our Fellows and partners, we’re growing talent and developing skills for the future, driving innovation and building global partnerships, and influencing policy and engaging the public. Together we’re working to tackle the greatest challenges of our age.”