Month: March 2024

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Mobile apps are software programs that run on small, wireless computing devices such as smartphones and tablets. App stores, which are digital distribution platforms, allow users to download them. Unlike desktop or laptop applications, mobile apps are designed to take advantage of a smartphone’s unique hardware and software features.

For example, some mobile apps allow users to order food or book a flight using their smartphone’s GPS functionality. Others use their device’s cameras to capture and submit photographs when completing a form. These features help to reduce the time it takes to complete an app’s tasks and increase conversions.

Mobile apps are also faster than web-based applications, as they take advantage of the native hardware and software on a phone. This is especially important for businesses that require real-time communication with their customers, such as live wagering services.

Apps can also deliver push notifications, which have been shown to improve customer retention and conversion rates.

Mobile app accessibility has become increasingly important, especially as the number of people with disabilities increases. These users, whether they have physical or sensory disabilities, cognitive or learning disabilities, require apps that are easy to use and adaptable. Many apps are not designed to accommodate this, which can lead to an unnecessarily difficult experience.

Accessibility features in mobile apps improve the user experience and provide equal opportunities for people with disabilities. Some of these features include closed captions, voiceover support, and accessible navigation. Accessible apps are also easier to maintain and provide a more consistent experience for all users. They can also be easier to test, and even deploy. By ensuring that your mobile app is accessible, you can reach a wider audience, build a positive brand image, and stay compliant with legal requirements.

Moreover, your app will be more competitive with other apps that offer the same features. You will also be able to increase your revenue from users who have disabilities.

The mobile app industry is constantly bringing in new types of apps to appeal to users. For example, some apps use device features like cameras and GPS to make their user experiences more interactive and fun. This type of functionality reduces the effort a user has to make while using an app and boosts conversion rates.

Other apps use sophisticated gestures like tap, swipe and pinch to provide innovative functionality that enhances the user experience. This type of interaction helps an app stand out among the competition and boosts brand recognition.

Apps can communicate with users in a more personal way through push notifications and in-app notifications. These notifications have been shown to generate higher click-through rates compared to traditional emails.This communication medium is also less intrusive than email.

A mobile app that is well-designed can perform tasks much faster than a web page. It can also work offline, unlike a website that requires an Internet connection. A mobile app can also offer more sophisticated features based on advanced gestures like tap, swipe and pinch.

Choosing the right type of mobile application depends on your audience’s needs. For example, apps that require hardware sensors or GPS are best developed as native applications. This way, you can get the most out of your users’ devices and their experience. On the other hand, if your app can run on any device with a Web browser, you may want to consider building a hybrid application instead.
 

The subscribers’ body argued that telco agents were failing to capture all necessary information needed for verification, just as it also cited difficulties in uploading the captured data on the National Identity Management Commission’s server.

The President of NATCOMS, Adeolu Ogunbanjo, told The PUNCH on Wednesday that the NCC needed to order telcos not to disconnect telephone lines, considering the ongoing difficulties faced by subscribers.

The telecom regulator had insisted that there would  be no changes to the deadline for the next phase of disconnection

The disconnection process was rolled out in stages, with the second phase scheduled for March 29, 2024, following the initial phase that occurred on February 28, 2024.

The third phase is slated to commence on April 15, 2024, as previously announced.

Earlier, the Director of Public Publicity at the NCC, Reuben Mouka, told The PUNCH, “We issued a publication that you can refer to. We specified certain deadlines and stipulated that subscribers who do not comply with the directive would be barred. And that has not changed.”

At the last deadline on February 28, 2024, about 40 million lines that were not linked to NIN were barred.

The NATCOM president said before the first deadline, subscribers had appealed to the NCC for a one-month extension.

However, the NCC explained that there was no issue as the process was designed to occur in phases.

According to the president, the Operator’s Consumer Centre stands as the primary location for consumers to complete their registration fully, with data provided there being verifiable.

However, the president noted that telecom agents were bypassing crucial information during the registration process, resulting in incomplete registrations of subscribers.

“For example, during interactions with telecom representatives, some agents fail to collect all required the information from subscribers.

he said.

Further, Ogunbanjo noted that NIMC also shares responsibility in this process.

He said the challenges often arise when telecom companies attempt to upload collected data on NIMC’s server, owing to network issues.

“These network difficulties, beyond the control of subscribers, hinder the timely completion of the registration process,” he said.

the president added.

NIMC is a statutory Nigerian organisation that operates the country’s national identity management systems.

NIMC’s enrollment figures as of December 31, 2023, stand at over 104.16 million unique records.

About 530,345 Nigerians in Diaspora have gotten NINs. 59.12 million male and 45.04 million female Nigerians have NINs.

When The PUNCH reached out to NIMC for comments on technical glitches, the Head of Corporate Communications, Kayode Adegoke, clarifies that the commission’s server has consistently remained operational, debunking reports suggesting otherwise.

He emphasizes that the NIMC’s services are fully functional and accessible to all users

“Our server has never been down. You can go to the various NIN centres and confirm.

Adegoke further explained the process for subscribers to link their NIN to their SIM cards,

“These individuals only need to submit their NIN and complete the verification process through their respective telcos providers.

He encouraged those who have not yet obtained their NIN to visit any NIMC centre for enrollment.

Adegoke assured Nigerians that upon enrollment, individuals can expect their NIN to be available within three hours.

However, for those requiring corrections, such as rectifying date of birth errors, the process may take up to 72 hours.

Last week, the National Identity Management Commission and the NCC issued a joint statement unveiling a strategic partnership aimed at simplifying the NIN-SIM linkage procedures for telecommunications subscribers nationwide.

Both agencies reaffirmed their dedication to enhancing the processes involved and improving efficiency regarding the NIN and SIM card linkage initiative.

They acknowledge the importance of this initiative in bolstering security measures and enhancing service delivery across the country.

The SIM-NIN linkage initiative is a crucial step towards improving the integrity of subscriber data and enhancing security measures within the telecommunications industry.

The NIN-SIM linkage policy was initially introduced by the Nigerian government in December 2020. This directive requires all telephone line users in Nigeria to associate their SIM cards with their NIN.

In December of the previous year, the NCC issued a directive stipulating that all telecommunications operators in Nigeria, including major providers like MTN, Airtel, and Globacom, among others, must enforce complete network barring on all phone lines for which subscribers have not provided their NINs by February 28, 2024.

Barely two weeks ago, the Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project issued a warning to take legal action against the NCC if it does not revoke the directive instructing network providers to block the phone lines of individuals who have not linked their SIM cards to their NINs.