By Modupe Gbadeyanka

The recent approval of a 50 per cent tariff hike by the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) will allow Airtel Nigeria to double down on investments in its network infrastructure to boost coverage, speed, and reliability, the chief executive of the firm, Mr Dinesh Balsingh, has said.

According to him, the tariff adjustment will provide the financial backing needed to accelerate these investments even further, assuring that the telco will do its best possible to meet all the quality-of-service (QoS) benchmarks by the regulator.

Mr Balsingh said Airtel remains committed to its track record of regulatory compliance and will dedicate itself to ensure this directive is met and also go beyond it through consistent investments in infrastructure and service delivery.

“Airtel takes quality of service very seriously.

“This adjustment allows us to double down on investments in our network infrastructure to boost coverage, speed, and reliability.

“We are committed to ensuring compliance with the NCC’s requirements and will continue to exceed expectations through strategic investments,” he stated.

“Our focus remains on improving coverage, reducing network congestion, and providing seamless connectivity.

“This tariff adjustment ensures that we can expand to more locations, upgrade existing sites, and deliver even better service to our customers,” Mr Balsingh added.

“We understand that customers expect value, which is why we will continue to offer affordable plans while maintaining high service quality.

“Our investments are not just about meeting today’s needs, we are building for the future—one where every Nigerian, no matter their location, has access to world-class telecommunications services,” he noted.

Airtel’s history of consistent investment in Nigeria’s telecommunications sector is a testament to its commitment to providing reliable services.

Over the years, the company has upgraded and expanded its network infrastructure across both urban centers and underserved rural communities, enabling millions of Nigerians to access fast, dependable connections.

By Modupe Gbadeyanka

A Qcon-styled event organised to bring together leading experts, industry pioneers, and passionate developers to address key challenges and explored exciting opportunities in software engineering was recently hosted by Interswitch.

The event themed Innovating with Emerging Technologies allowed stakeholders to offer actionable strategies and deep insights into a range of relevant topics and reinforcing the importance of collaboration in navigating the complexities of modern software development.

The speakers were from Interswitch and other renowned organisations like Microsoft, NetApp and Remita.

Experts demonstrated how JHipster accelerates enterprise application development by seamlessly integrating backend and frontend frameworks.

Beyond the sessions, the event provided an unmatched platform for networking, where participants exchanged ideas, built connections, and identified opportunities for collaboration.

They unpacked the latest tools, frameworks, and methodologies shaping the future of software engineering.

Other key sessions focused on AI-driven software development, with discussions on how artificial intelligence automates repetitive tasks and optimises workflows.

There were also deep dives into ways to automatically protect applications using GitOps methodologies and how to set up a Disaster Recovery Plan for stateful databases.

Through insightful presentations and white papers, the sessions offered valuable perspectives on the industry’s evolving landscape.

A software engineer, Mr Suleiman Suleiman, explored gRPC Remote Procedure Call technology, highlighting its high-performance communication framework and its role in enhancing speed, security, and efficiency in transaction processing.

Also, an Enterprise Automation Engineer, Folarin Oladunni, showcased Microsoft PowerApps, demonstrating how developers can build low-code applications to accelerate development and boost productivity.

By Aduragbemi Omiyale

A transformative initiative known as the DreamDevs has been launched by a provider of digital financial services, Moniepoint.

The scheme was created to unleash Africa’s tech potential and foster a thriving tech ecosystem that drives innovation and sustainable growth.

A statement from the firm said DreamDevs seeks to nurture the continent’s brightest minds, equipping them with practical tech skills and invaluable real-world experience that will mitigate current challenges around tech talent sourcing in Africa.

It eyes fresh graduates with a background in technology, computer science, engineering, or related fields who possess fundamental programming knowledge that include  HTML, CSS and foundational JavaScript.

Over a rigorous nine-week boot camp, these young tech enthusiasts will receive hands-on training and exposure to cutting-edge industry technology.

At the end of the boot camp, standout participants will earn internship opportunities, providing a gateway to further professional development, and all participants have the potential to secure full-time positions with Moniepoint.

The company has opened entries for intending participants, who are required to apply for the

DreamDevs programme via http://dreamdevs.moniepoint.com/.

The co-founder and Chief Technology Officer of Moniepoint Incorporated, Mr Felix Ike, said, “We believe in investing in Africa’s future and that starts with empowering young people as we join hands to grow Africa’s best talent through technology.

“DreamDevs is about more than just training; it’s about creating a pathway for ambitious graduates to become the driving force of technological advancement in Africa.”

“We have always envisioned a transformative approach to technology, using it to power the dreams of millions and engineering financial happiness across the land.

“The DreamDevs initiative perfectly aligns with this vision. By providing participants with practical experience, upskilling opportunities, startup incubation, and product development support, DreamDev equips them to become invaluable assets to the tech industry.

“We are thrilled to be part of an initiative that supports the government’s efforts to build a thriving digital economy for Nigeria,” he added.