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Lawan, Gbajabiamila Vow to Break PIB jinx
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Lawan, Gbajabiamila Vow to Break PIB jinx

By Mohammed Mohammed The leadership of the National Assembly on Monday said that the ninth Assembly will break the jinx of not being able to pass the Petroleum Industry Bill after several attempts. (more…)
FG Moves to Bankroll Educational Websites at Zero Data/Cost
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FG Moves to Bankroll Educational Websites at Zero Data/Cost

....NCC: Deployment of fast, new paradigm through Telecoms/ICT kept Nigeria’s education sector going By Seun Adams The Federal Government on Monday said it is considering pursuing a new national policy on zero-rating on educational websites to deepen the consumption of contents without charges to normal data plans because of the impact of COVID-19 pandemic. The Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, Dr. Ibrahim Pantami, made the disclosure while delivering the key-note address at a Webinar organised by Lead Inspire Network on: "Enhancing Virtual Learning and the Challenges of Internet Penetration in Nigeria” would contain appropriate incentives for mobile network operators and internet service providers This is coming even as the Executive Vice Chairman (EVC/CEO), Nigerian Communi...