It is that time of the year again when secondary school leavers in this part of the world jostle to secure admission into the tertiary institutions using the Computer-Based Test (CB). For our youths, also known as JAMBites, it could be a period of extreme stress, but following the right path will turn the stress into future opportunities, writes REMMY NWEKE.
Preamble: The hum of the computer lab also known as a Computer-Based Test (CBT) showed busyness and was a constant drone, a soundtrack to the frantic clicking of keyboards. Halima nervously chewed her lip, her eyes glued to the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) registration portal.
In the heart of Nigeria's digital economy, a story of patriotism and resilience unfolds. The telecommunications sector, a driving force behind the country's growth, has been facing unprecedented challenges. Despite its significant contributions to Nigeria's social and economic development, the sector has been struggling to keep up with the rising costs of operations.
For nearly a decade, telecom tariffs in Nigeria remained unchanged, while the demand for data and voice services skyrocketed. The cost of operations, however, surged due to rising energy costs, inflation, currency devaluation, and increased costs of importing telecom equipment. These mounting expenses threatened the very foundation of the sector, making it difficult for operators to maintain infrastructure and deliver high-quality services.
A United States of America (USA)-based media organisation, the Global Patriot Newspapers (GPNews), is set to host an international conference aimed at reviving the spirit of patriotism among Nigerians, reports ITREALMS.
GPNews, ITREALMS gathered is organising the virtual conference in collaboration with the Nigerians in Diaspora Organisation (NIDO), New Jersey Chapter, with support from the Nigerian Consulate in New York.
