The Office of the Surveyor General of the Federation (OSGoF) has launched a high-resolution drone mapping initiative in Abuja, marking a major step towards Nigeria’s smart city ambitions.
At a workshop in Abuja, the Surveyor General, Surv. Abuduganiyu Adeyemi Adebomehin, emphasized that the project will enhance urban planning, security, and disaster management. “This technology ensures Nigeria remains competitive globally,” he stated.
Weiterlesen: Nigeria joins global smart cities with high-resolution drone mapping initiative
Nigeria is making significant strides in geospatial technology, a crucial tool for building smart cities and modern infrastructure across the country.
The Surveyor-General of the Federation, Abdulganiyu Adebomehin, said this at a one-day workshop on Thursday on the use cases for the very high-resolution drone imagery and street view data collected for part of the Abuja Municipal Area Council.
Weiterlesen: Nigeria advances geospatial technology for smart city development
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Weiterlesen: NG: Securing the future with digital transformation
MTN Nigeria has reinforced its collaboration with the Lagos State Government to accelerate the state’s smart city ambitions, with a focus on digital infrastructure and improved service delivery.
A key initiative in this effort is the launch of the My Lagos App, a digital platform designed to streamline public services and enhance urban living.
The app, unveiled at an event in Lagos recently, provides residents with real-time access to transportation updates, emergency services, utility payments, business listings, and tourism information.
Weiterlesen: NG: MTN deepens Lagos partnership on smart city goals