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  • Nigeria’s Minister, Elon Musk, others make 2025 Time100 AI list

    Nigeria’s Minister, Elon Musk, others make 2025 Time100 AI list

    The Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Dr Bosun Tijani, Elon Musk, Sam Altman and others have made it to the 2025 TIME100 Artificial Intelligence (AI) list.

    This was announced by the Special Adviser, Media and Communications to the minister, Isime Esene.

    Esene said that the list a recognition of the 100 most influential people in AI.

    According to him, on assembling the list, TIME’s editors and reporters examined the key stories in AI over the past year and consulted with expert sources and industry leaders for recommendations.

    “The result is a list of 100 leaders, innovators, shapers, and thinkers who have a stake in the future of AI,” he said.

    He said that Tijani’s inclusion in the prestigious list reflected Nigeria’s growing leadership in advancing AI for inclusive and sustainable development.

    Meanwhile, Tijani said that from the National AI Strategy (NAIS), the ministry got over 120 experts of Nigerian descent to co-create the long term strategy for the responsible use and development of AI.

    According to him, this is to research and demonstration initiatives showing the potentials and practical use cases for AI in critical sectors like healthcare, agriculture, education, and financial inclusion.

    “With the support of partners like Google, the Gates Foundation, and others, Nigeria is facilitating the scaling of mature AI solutions from local innovators,

    “We are providing resources, mentorship and support necessary to translate ideas into impact.

    “This recognition from TIME further validates our belief that Nigeria can stand as a global leader in the responsible and inclusive deployment of AI for increased productivity,” he said.

    The minister expressed commitment to ensure that AI drives innovation and also contributes to building a one trillion-dollar economy as envisioned by President Bola Tinubu.

    “With this global recognition, Nigeria reinforces its commitment to leveraging AI to create opportunities for its citizens and contribute to the advancement of responsible technology worldwide,” Tijani said.

  • Tijani elected ITU’s vice-chair in Geneva

    Tijani elected ITU’s vice-chair in Geneva

    The Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Dr Bosun Tijani, has been elected as the Vice-Chair of the International Telecommunications Union (ITU) Council in Geneva.

    The Deputy Director/Head of Press, and Public Relations Unit, Eunice Akro, made this known in a statement issued on Wednesday in Abuja.

    Akro described 2025 as a global testament of Nigeria’s commitment to digital transformation and inclusive innovation as well as a remarkable milestone.

    According to her, the election took place in Geneva, Switzerland against the backdrop of the ongoing ITU Conference.

    Akron said, “The ITU founded in 1865 is the oldest specialised United Nations (UN) agency responsible for information and communications technologies (ICTs).

    “It is charged with global mandate of connecting the world through innovative, inclusive and sustainable digital solutions, facilitating connectivity in communication networks.”

    Meanwhile, Tijani, in his acceptance speech, expressed delight stating that, Nigeria remained committed in her resolve to supporting the collective mission of the ITU, particularly by prioritising in its key areas.

    He said that the areas were the provision of resilient and sustainable digital infrastructure and timely access by all communities, especially the underserved to meaningful connectivity.

    The minister appreciated the ITU Secretary General, Ms Doreen Bogdan-Martin, the management team and all member states for the trust placed on him.

    Tijani also congratulated the ITU Chair, Ms Cristiana Flutur of Romania and pledged to work closely with her to attain shared goals.

    He called on all the members to make the ITU a beacon of long-lasting inclusive innovation and trusted collaboration.

    The minister pointed out that the world was presently in a defining moment, made by the accelerating pace of technological change and deep structural shifts in the society.

    Tijani said, “With this leadership position, Nigeria is poised in an enhanced capacity to shape the African continent and beyond.

    “Yet, we are also uniquely privileged to witness the transformative power of digital technology, a force that allows us to be more introspective, inclusive and informed as we shape the future.”

    The ITU conference is ongoing in Geneva, Switzerland.

  • We’ll keep Tinubu’s minister in next administration – El-Rufai

    We’ll keep Tinubu’s minister in next administration – El-Rufai

    Former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai has heaped praises on Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Bosun Tijanu saying he will be retained in the next administration if President Bola Ahmed Tinubu leaves.

    Addressing a gathering at Arewa TechFest in Katsina, on Wednesday, El-Rufai said, “Yesterday at 8 PM, there was a very important meeting of the coalition we’re putting together to ensure that President Tinubu goes back to Lagos.

    He confirmed a meeting by the coalition was held in Abuja on Tuesday.

    He said President Tinubu would be sent back to Lagos State while his Minister, Bosun Tijani, who, according to him, is doing a great job, would be retained in the next administration.

    “Though we will still keep Bosun Tijani, we will still keep the minister because he is doing good work.”

  • Why telcos have to hike tariffs – Minister

    Why telcos have to hike tariffs – Minister

    Dr Bosun Tijani, the Minister of Communication and Digital Economy, says the 50 per cent tariff increase for telecom companies will guarantee meaningful access to telecoms services for Nigerians.

    The minister said this while briefing State House Correspondents on Thursday.

    The minister had led Mr Sunil Mittal, Chairman, Bharti Airtel and other members of the executive of the company, to a meeting with President Bola Tinubu at the Presidential Villa, Abuja.

    Tijani said the decision to increase telecoms tariff was difficult.

    He, however, said that it was the responsibility of the government to look out for the interest of citizens, individuals and businesses.

    “We have to ensure that when they invest, we can keep them afloat.

    ”This is a sector that employs close to half a million people in this country, including the value chain.

    “Also, it was quite a difficult decision, balancing the need to allow these businesses to be sustainable, to stay afloat, but at the same time ensuring that each and every citizen can have access to telecommunication services,” said Tijani.

    He stated that the Federal Government engaged KPMG to conduct a study to determine the optimal tariff allowance which led to the 50 per cent increase.

    “If we chose not to allow the increase in tariff, we also were at risk of losing jobs, and some of the companies packing up.

    “When you weigh that, it’s also not the best thing for the economy. The priority for this government is actually meaningful access.

    “We don’t want our people to just have access to telecommunication services.

    ”We want it to be meaningful; the quality that you get is extremely important,” the minister said.

    He said the Federal Government had invested in 90,000 kilometres of fiber to ensure the entire country was covered.

    The minister added that the Federal Executive Council had also approved investment in additional 7,000 telecoms towers in rural areas.

    He said quality access and connectivity required significant investment.

    The minister added that the Federal Government must encourage the private sector to continue to make such investment.

    Mittal, on his part, said Nigeria was the soul of Barthi Airtel’s operations in Africa, with the potential to match India’s advancements in digital innovation, connectivity and financial inclusion.

    He said Airtel’s success in Nigeria was crucial to its overall success in Africa.

    Mittal said Nigeria’s strategic importance underscored Airtel’s objective of driving growth and transformation across the African continent.

    “Nigeria is the most important part of our Africa strategy. In fact, the entire Africa rests on the back of Nigeria for Airtel,” he said.

  • Nigeria to host ITU submarine cable resilience summit

    Nigeria to host ITU submarine cable resilience summit

    The Ministry of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy is set to host the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) Submarine Cable Resilience Summit in Nigeria.

    The Minister, Dr Bosun Tijani, announced on Tuesday that the two-day summit was scheduled to commence on February 26 in Abuja, Nigeria.

    Tijani recalled Nigeria’s experience during the West African submarine cable cuts in March 2023.

    He noted that while the cables were owned by private companies, the responsibility for repairing them and ensuring their resilience went beyond the private sector alone.

    He also mentioned that territorial issues played a role in some cases.

    “When we had the cuts last year, in March, many people in the country were worried because there was no access to banks due to the cable cut.

    “The challenge is that typically these cables are owned by private companies, but the reality of fixing them and ensuring their resilience is not just the responsibility of the private sector.

    “In some cases, multiple organisations must be involved.”

    Tijani expressed appreciation for ITU’s role in placing the issue on the global agenda, which was crucial to strengthening Nigeria’s digital economy and improving connectivity.

    The Deputy Secretary-General of ITU, Tomas Lamanauskas, stated that there were between 150 and 200 submarine cable cuts globally each year.

    Lamanauskas noted that some of these cables required repairs and that various issues still hindered quick reparations worldwide.

    He commended the Nigerian government for initiating discussions on protecting telecom marine cables.

    “Cables undergo natural wear and tear, due to abrasions. Some cuts can be prevented, but many still require repairs.

    “Regrettably, diverse global issues delay these repairs. Much of the damage comes from normal human activity,” he said.

    Lamanauskas also highlighted the need for stronger coordination between submarine cable industries and other sectors, such as the International Maritime Organisation (IMO), which oversees shipping activities.

    Looking ahead, he said the challenges could be addressed through improved practices and more effective collaboration across industries.

    He lauded Nigeria for taking a leadership role during 2024 cable cut, ensuring prompt repairs even though it involved private submarine cables.

    He pointed out that many countries lacked a single authority responsible for submarine cable repairs, permits, and coordination with other authorities.

    He expressed optimism that such issues were being addressed in several governments, noting that some had started discussions on how to organise and assign responsibilities.

    Lamanauskas added, “One of the priority initiatives we are discussing is creating a list of focal points across governments worldwide, which would serve as the first point of contact in case of issues.”

    The ITU International Submarine Cable Resilience Summit seeks to foster global collaboration and find innovative solutions.

    The summit also aims to engage leaders from government, industry, and international organisations to strengthen this vital global digital infrastructure.

  • Tinubu’s minister defends data tariff hike, despite increasing threats

    Tinubu’s minister defends data tariff hike, despite increasing threats

    The Minister of Communication, Innovation, and Digital Economy, Bosun Tijani has defended the tariff hike by telecommunication operators in the country, blaming inflation and rising costs for the increase.

    TheNewsGuru reports that the minister during his appearance before the House of Representatives Committee on Telecom and Digital Economy on Tuesday outlined the role of the government when firms soughted a 100 tariff increase on calls and data.

    While defending the Ministry’s budgetary proposal for the 2025 fiscal year, Tijani said the tariff increase aligns with broader economic trends.

    The Minister however clarified that tariffs act as a sales tax, causing a one-off price hike rather than sustained inflation.

    He revealed that the federal government plans to invest N6 billion to deploy 90,000km of fibre optic cables that will increase the country’s capacity from 35,000km to 125,000km.

    Tijani said apart from South Africa, Egypt and Tunisia, many African countries face significant deficits in fibre optic infrastructure.

    “This is going to become a big business. We want Nigerian companies not only to lay cables within Nigeria but also to provide these services to neighbouring countries.

    “We also want our people to become the employees who will execute this work. For instance, South Africa has leveraged its global businesses to achieve economic security. Nigeria must focus on similar opportunities to build a robust telecommunications infrastructure that guarantees national security,” the minsuter added.

    He noted that historically, investments in telecommunications infrastructure was hitherto left to private companies, which Prioritise only areas where they can make profits.

    “These companies rely on night-time satellite data to identify areas with active economic activities—indicated by the presence of lights—and invest only in those areas,” Tijani said.

    He urged adequate funding of the ministry, saying it lacked the necessary resources to discharge its responsibilities effectively.

    “The ministry is underfunded. Unlike the NCC, we do not have sufficient funds to track all users of telecom services or ensure timely payments. We also lack the appropriate software to perform these functions efficiently. If adequately resourced, the ministry could generate significantly more revenue,” he said.

    The increase is unjustifiable, unlawful 

    Meanwhile the Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) on Tuesday demanded the reversal of the recent 50% hike in telecom tariffs, issuing a 48-hour ultimatum to President Bola Tinubu.

    The organisationn described the increase as “unlawful” and warned of impending legal action if the government and telecom operators fail to reverse the decision.

    “The Tinubu administration and telcos must immediately reverse the unlawful increase in calls and data costs. We’ll see in court if the 50% tariff hike is not reversed within 48 hours,” the group declared.

    SERAP’s ultimatum comes shortly after the National Association of Telecoms Subscribers (NATCOMS) decided to sue the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC).

    According President of NATCOMS, Deolu Ogunbanjo, said the NCC did not consult subscribers on the matter. He kicked against the 50 per cent hike, adding that a five per cent to ten per cent marginal increase was a better option.

    He said, “This will affect everyone from the biggest industry to the smallest company, such as the Point of Service (POS) operators.

    “We now depend on telecoms for our meetings, for the banks, everybody depends on it, even the education sector. Yes, a lot of things depend on it.

    “So, that is why we painfully agreed that look, a moderate or marginal five per cent to 10 per cent increase will be fine

    “You know, we do not mind an increase if it is to salvage the industry that is helping us, which means so much to us. This is also contributing double-digits to Nigeria’s gross domestic product (GDP).

    “So, we appreciate that. It’s painful, but we agreed. We said, Okay, we will not mind if it is just a five per cent to 10 per cent increase.”

     

  • FG secures N3.2bn grant for new fiber optic backbone infrastructure

    FG secures N3.2bn grant for new fiber optic backbone infrastructure

    The Federal Government has secured a $2,095,000 grant (equivalent of about N3.2 billion) from the U.S. Trade and Development Agency to assess the viability of the deployment of at least 90,000 km of new fiber optic backbone infrastructure across Nigeria.

    TheNewsGuru.com (TNG) reports Nigeria, represented by the Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Bosun Tijani and the United States signed the grant papers at the inaugural U.S.-Nigeria Technology Dialogue in Washington, D.C.

    It was gathered that the inaugural U.S.-Nigeria Technology Dialogue was built on the momentum of United States Deputy Secretary of State, Kurt Campbell’s visit to Abuja for the sixth U.S.-Nigeria Binational Commission (BNC) co-hosted with Nigerian Foreign Minister Yusuf Tuggar on April 29-30, 2024.

    It is also built on the the U.S. Department of State and Government of Nigeria-funded “Global Inclusivity and Artificial Intelligence (AI)” event held in Lagos on September 9-11, 2024, and the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) AI event hosted by the U.S. Department of State on September 23, 2024, in which Nigerian Minister Tijani participated.

    TNG learnt that the U.S.-Nigeria Technology Dialogue is designed to enhance bilateral cooperation in critical technology sectors, seize opportunities in technology and innovation, and strengthen interagency collaboration and stakeholder engagement in both countries.

    These objectives advance the Digital Transformation with Africa (DTA) initiative, by facilitating a more conducive investment environment for digital transformation, promoting digital infrastructure and connectivity, and supporting digital skills development and talent cultivation.

    Kicking off the Technology Dialogue in Washington, D.C., the United States and Nigeria signed the $2,095,000 grant to assess the viability of the deployment of at least 90,000 km of new fiber optic backbone infrastructure across Nigeria.

    The project, funded by the U.S. Trade and Development Agency, supports Nigeria’s National Broadband Plan 2020-2025 with the goal to increase the country’s broadband penetration rate from 42.27 percent to 70 percent and to ensure that at least 90 percent of Nigeria’s population has access to affordable and reliable broadband coverage.

    During the Technology Dialogue, the parties discussed enhancing the resilience and security of essential services and facilities; promoting digital trade, e-commerce, and innovation-driven economic growth; developing a skilled workforce to meet the demands of the digital age; expanding our artificial intelligence partnership related to capacity building, infrastructure, and rights-respecting approaches to governance; and promoting information integrity.

    Following the formal Technology Dialogue, the delegations joined a roundtable discussion with industry representatives hosted by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce.  Industry participants included representatives from over 25 U.S. and Nigerian companies active in technology sectors, including artificial intelligence, telecommunications, digital infrastructure, satellites, aerospace, fintech, and cybersecurity.

    The program featured a panel discussion on Advancing Public-Private Sector Investment in Innovation and Digital Talent Development.  This panel highlighted opportunities for public-private partnership and investment solutions to spur innovation and promote digital talent development through the U.S.-Nigeria commercial partnership.

    A second panel discussion on the role of critical infrastructure in advancing the use of AI examined the interplay between the infrastructure that is essential to the development of AI and the governance frameworks that can help spur deployment of emerging technologies to support inclusive growth.

    In line with the Technology Dialogue, the United States and Nigeria agreed to hold a virtual expert exchange on AI-enabled biotechnology.  This discussion will explore how the convergence of AI and biotechnology can spur progress in addressing global health, food security, and science – with a focus on sub-Saharan Africa.

  • BREAKING: Telcos to hike data, call tariffs soon – Minister

    BREAKING: Telcos to hike data, call tariffs soon – Minister

    The Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Dr Bosun Tijani has confirmed that telecom tariffs will increase soon but that the increase will not by 100 per cent.

    Rising from a stakeholders meeting with Mobile Network Operators (MNOs) on Wednesday in Abuja, Tijani said that consultations and engagements were ongoing on the issue.

    Recall that the MNOs had proposed a 100 pee cent increase in data and call tariffs.

    According to the Minister, very soon the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) will approve and make the new tariffs public to Nigerians.

    “You have seen over the past weeks that there has been agitation from some of these companies to increase ttariffs They are requesting for 100 per cent tariff increase.

    “But it will not be by 100 per cent; the NCC will soon come up with a clear directive on how we will go about it.

    “We want to strike the balance as a government, to protect our people, but also protect and ensure that these companies can continue to invest significantly,” he said.

    He said that there was a need to ensure that the  telecommunication  sector get its acts together to ensure that the right regulations are put in place to ensure the growth of this sector.

    The Minister also said that the Federal Government would no longer leave investments on infrastructure in the sector to private companies alone.

    “As a country, over time, we have left this investments in the hands of the private sector. They typically invest where they can see returns in the short to medium term.

    “We will not want this conversation to just be about tariff increase. What the world is talking about today is meaningful connectivity, people want to have access to quality service.

    “A part of it that the consumers may not be aware of is the investment that needs to go into the infrastructure that is used to deliver these services,” he said.

    The Executive Vice-Chairman (EVC), of the NCC, Dr Aminu Maida, said that the meeting with stakeholders was about the sustainability of the industry.

    “We have looked at all of these factors, and that is why, like the minister said, it is not likely that we are going to approve 100 per cent tariff increase.

    “I know that Nigerians are agitated to hear the exact percentage approved. There is still some stakeholder engagements that we are going through, but you will hear from us within a week or two,” he said.

    He said that the NCC had put a number of tools and instruments in place to ensure  compliance to service quality.

    He urged  the MNOs to adopt simplified templates to show Nigerians charges per minute for voice calls, SMS and a megabyte of data.

    “We are moving away from the regime where you will have a main rate, then you will now have a bonus which is at a different rate.

    “It makes it often complicated and difficult for Nigerians to actually understand what they are being charged for. There is this agitation that the MNOs are stealing our data,” he said.

    The CEO of Airtel Nigeria, Dinesh Balsingh, represented by Femi Adeniran, Airtel media spokesperson, said that the economic realities of rising operational and capital costs necessitated the proposed tariff adjustments.

    Balsingh said that for the telecommunications companies to deliver superior connectivity and foster digital inclusion, there is need for tariff increments.

    “The economic realities of rising operational and capital costs, necessitated the proposed tariff adjustments

    “This is aimed at ensuring the long-term sustainability of the sector,  while unlocking significant benefits for Nigerian consumers,” he said.

  • FG plans complete digitisation of 774 LGs HQ by 2027

    FG plans complete digitisation of 774 LGs HQ by 2027

    The Federal Government says it will complete the digitisation of the 774 Local Government headquarters in the 36 states by 2027.

    The Minister of Communications, Innovations and Digital Economy, Dr Bosun Tijani, said this on Thursday at a stakeholders’ retreat on project 774 connectivity in Abuja. Tijani said that the project would be executed in collaboration with other agencies under its purview.

    He said that the government had a target of 2027 to fully digitalise all the remaining LGAs in the country.

    “If you are talking about durations as to when we are going to reach all the 774 LGs, the goal is that by 2027 we would have achieved that. We have spread that out in the blueprint that was put out,” he said.

    The minister said that one of the goals of the project was to foster inclusive development and access to digital public infrastructure in government offices located all over Nigeria.

    According to him, this will include the most remote areas of the country that may have been previously undeserved or unserved.

    He also said that the ministry would provide affordable and reliable internet access and resources required to deliver efficient public services through strategic partnerships and the deployment of cutting edge technology.

    He emphasised the role of the LGs in delivering public services in Nigeria includes healthcare, education, social welfare, infrastructure development and waste management, among others.

    “They are in charge of the provision of essential primary healthcare services, including immunisation, maternal and child health programmes and disease prevention initiative.

    “They also take charge of management and administration of primary and secondary schools and implementation of education policies.

    “Tjey ensure implementation of social assistance programmes to support vulnerable populations, including the elderly, disabled and economically disadvantaged individuals and families,” he said.

    He said that the benefits of connecting LG Secretariats in Nigeria enhanced access to information and services.

    ”Some of the benefits are that it empower local entrepreneurs and businesses. It fosters digital skills and innovation; promotes inclusive development and strengthens governance and accountability,” he said.

    Earlier, the Executive-Secretary, Universal Service Provision Fund (USPF), Oluyomi Arowosafe, said that internet access, wide internet coverage, and ICT in underserved, unserved, and rural areas would support social inclusiveness and social equity.

    “The USPF is doing that with its strategies to provide connectivity, and we do that by granting subsidy to our implementers, and they go to rural areas to deliver those services.

    “We intend that our contribution in the LGs will support and add value to probably improve in the standard of living, health, and other areas.

    “All these are to support the eight strategic priority areas of the Federal Government, the priority three and priority five, which have to do with economic growth and inclusiveness.
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    “All these are things that support the Project 774 LG connectivity, and as it stands, it is basically to support citizens’ engagement in the LGA,” he said.

    The Kogi State Commissioner for Information and Communications, Kingsley Fanwo, said that the project had already started in the state.

    “Some LGAs in the state are already benefiting from this project. It is something that is connecting the people and helping in digitising the administration of local government councils in Kogi,” Fanwo said.

  • Nigeria set to migrate to new Internet Protocol for better services

    Nigeria set to migrate to new Internet Protocol for better services

    The Federal Government has said Nigeria is set to deploy the latest Internet Protocol version (IPv6) for easy identification and numbering of internet users and their devices.

    Dr Bosun Tijani, Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, said this on Tuesday at a one-day IPv6-Driven Digital Infrastructure summit organised by the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) in Abuja.

    The summit, on the theme “Bringing Net 5.5G Into Reality: Inspiring New Growth”, was in collaboration with Huawei, IPv6 Forum and IPv6 Council, Nigeria,

    According to Tijani, the IPv6 will also track internet transactions within the country.

    “The IPV6 is the latest protocol responsible for ensuring that online transactions and activities allow authorities to identify users, both for security purposes and ensuring appropriate usage of the internet space.

    “This is the standard used globally but only a few countries like the U.S., France, Saudi Arabia and United Arab Emirates are on IPv6; others are trying to catch up.

    “Nigeria is now one of the first countries in Africa to migrate from IPv4 to IPv6, which means network providers can offer better services and ensure their systems are not easily hacked.

    “Network providers will make sure the services they provide are always available by identifying where the traffic is coming from.”

    The minister also said that the IPv6 would impact cyber security by unmasking cyber criminals who masquerade themselves to carry out their nefarious activities.

    “IPv6 will improve the country’s capability to track traffic and ensure our citizens are safe,” Tijani said.

    For his part, the Director-General of NITDA, Malam Kashifu Inuwa said that the investment needed to implement the IPv6 would be minimal as most of the devices already deployed by the country were IPv6 compatible.

    Inuwa explained that the country would only require the strategy and clear policy to ensure that operators complied with migrating to the latest version.

    According to him, the agency’s proposed white paper for the deployment and implementation of IPv6 seeks to open the discussions for broader contributions from industry stakeholders.

    “This paper is just to spark the conversation and awareness so people can embrace IPv6.cAs a nation, we should have a broad market and strategy to migrate from IPv4 to IPv6.

    “This migration can lead to great economic activities and ensure the security of our cyberspace,” the D-G said, adding that IPv6 would also open up new markets for the country.

    Referencing research by Roland Berger, a global consultancy firm, Inuwa said that adopting IPv6 would open a 10-trillion U.S. dollar market globally.

    He noted that with the country’s high population and multiple devices, cyber security was a huge challenge, but the IPv6 could address it.

    “I have two mobile phones, a smart watch, laptops and other devices connected to the internet but, because of the scarcity of IPv6, all these devices are masked and cannot be directly identified.

    “With IPv6, every person in the world can have billions of Internet Protocol (IP) devices available for use and this will help address our cyber security challenges,” Inuwa said.

    In his presentation, the President of IPv6 Forum, Mr Latif Ladid said Nigeria was already leading in Africa in terms of internet usage and is the seventh in the world, hence the need to upgrade from IPv4 to IPv6.

    Ladid stressed that the IPv6 would enable the country to experience a more productive internet space and easier communication.