Digital Economy

Nigerian Fintech Boldswitch Unveils U.S. Bank Accounts to Boost Freelancers’ Global Reach

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Boldswitch unveils U.S. accounts for Nigerians Zero-fee payments from U.S. clients Virtual USD cards for global access Nigerian fintech startup Boldswitch has introduced U.S. bank accounts designed for Nigerian freelancers, entrepreneurs, and digital creators, offering them direct access to international financial services that were once difficult to reach. Eko Hot Blog reports that the launch … Read more

BREAKING: President Tinubu, First Lady Depart Brazil After G20 Summit

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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and First Lady Oluremi Tinubu have left Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, after attending the 2024 G20 Leaders’ Summit. During the event, President Tinubu engaged in bilateral talks to bolster Nigeria’s socio-economic reform agenda. The summit, hosted by Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, revolved around the theme: “Building a Just … Read more

NCC Retracts Threat Against Starlink Over Subscription Price Increase

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Banks Owing Telcos

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has retracted its previous statement threatening to sanction Elon Musk’s Starlink for raising its subscription fees without regulatory approval. Dr. Reuben Muoka, the Commission’s Director of Public Affairs, initially communicated this position but later clarified that his response was an “error.” In a follow-up message, he stated, “Please ignore my … Read more

BREAKING: NCC to Sanction Elon Musk’s Starlink Over Subscription Increase Without Approval

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The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has announced its intention to sanction Elon Musk’s internet company, Starlink, for raising its subscription prices in Nigeria without the regulator’s approval. In response to inquiries from the publication, the NCC’s Director of Public Affairs, Dr. Reuben Muoka, confirmed that the Commission had not sanctioned Starlink’s price increase. Muoka stated … Read more

BREAKING: NCC Sets September 14 as Final Deadline for SIM-NIN Linkage

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The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has set September 14 as the final deadline for Nigerians to link their Subscriber Identification Modules (SIMs) with National Identity Numbers (NINs). According to the NCC, a total of 153 million SIMs have now been linked to NINs, reflecting a significant compliance rate of 96 percent, up from 69.7 percent … Read more

Buhari Appoints New Postmaster General (PHOTO)

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The President Muhammadu Buhari has approved the appointment of a new Postmaster General/Chief Executive Officer for the Nigerian Postal Service, Adepoju Sunday.   Eko Hot Blog reports that this was according to a statement on Wednesday by the spokesperson to the Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, Uwa Suleiman. EDITOR’S PICK JUST IN: Ethiopian Embassy … Read more

Over 500,000 Nigerians Benefited From FG Digital Skills Program – Pantanmi

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FG Digital Skills Program

Over 500,000 Nigerians Benefited From FG Digital Skills Program – Pantanmi EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, Professor Isa Ali Ibrahim Pantami has said that over 500,000 Nigerians have benefitted from the digital skills organised by his ministry. The minister made this known through a statement issued by his … Read more

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