NCC Mandates Telecom Operators to Announce Major Network Outages and Compensate Subscribers
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has introduced a directive requiring all telecom licensees to publicly notify consumers about major network…
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FG Reaches 6 Million Nigerians with Cash Transfers in Six Months – Minister
The Federal Government of Nigeria has disbursed conditional cash transfers to six million Nigerians within a six-month period, according to…
Nigeria Commits $1 Billion to Transform Telecom Infrastructure by Q3 2025
Nigeria is embarking on a significant overhaul of its telecommunications sector, with a $1 billion investment in new network equipment…
Lagos State to Launch AI Guidelines, Advocate Ethical Investment in $20 Trillion Industry
The Lagos State government has announced plans to release its first set of Artificial Intelligence (AI) guidelines, aiming to foster…
Telcos battle 33 outages in May
Nigeria’s telecommunications industry experienced 33 major network outages in May 2025, significantly disrupting services across the country. According to data…
With 47.73% Spread, Nigeria Still Far from Attaining 70% Broadband Penetration Target
Despite bold projections by the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) to surpass 70% broadband penetration by the end of 2025, recent…
CBN Unveils Draft Standards for Automated AML/CFT Systems to Strengthen Financial Oversight
In a major step toward enhancing Nigeria’s financial security, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has released a draft document…
OpenAI Acquires Jony Ive’s AI Device Startup in $6.5 Billion Deal to Launch Next-Gen Hardware
OpenAI has announced the acquisition of io Products, a hardware startup founded by former Apple design chief Jony Ive, in…
Bitcoin Hits Record High Amid Improving Market Sentiment and Institutional Support
Bitcoin soared to an all-time high on Wednesday, surpassing January’s peak as investor confidence rebounded after last month’s market volatility…
Africa’s Digital Surge Sparks Urgent Demand for AI and Cybersecurity Talent – SAP Report
A new SAP report has revealed that Africa’s fast-growing digital economy is fueling an unprecedented demand for artificial intelligence (AI)…
Nigerian Tech Startups Defy Economic Storms to Post Seven-Fold Growth
Despite facing one of the toughest economic periods in recent Nigerian history, seven tech companies have recorded a remarkable 621.53%…
Nigerians Spend ₦5.3 Trillion on Telecom Services in 2023
In 2023, Nigerians spent an estimated ₦5.3 trillion on telecommunications services, covering voice calls, data usage, SMS, and other related…
Google Unveils Bold AI Vision with Smart Glasses, AI Mode, and Premium Plans at I/O 2025
At its annual I/O conference in Mountain View, California, Google introduced major advancements in artificial intelligence, including a new “AI…
Lagos Partners with Marketing Analytics Africa to Host Landmark 2025 AMTEC Conference
Lagos State has announced a strategic partnership with Marketing Analytics Africa (MAA) to host the 2025 African Marketing Technology &…
Nigeria Risks Losing $11bn Annually Over Digital Skills Gap, Experts Warn
Nigeria could forfeit an estimated $11 billion annually in potential economic growth due to a widening digital skills gap, according…
Nigeria’s Digital Economy Surges with $191m FDI and $2bn Fibre Optic Rollout
Nigeria’s digital economy is experiencing unprecedented growth under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, attracting $191 million in foreign direct investment (FDI)…
Youth Innovators Call for Digital Inclusion to Bridge Development Gap
At the recent Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD) event in Abuja, young innovators advocated for improved digital connectivity as a…
MTN Sues 20 Banks to Recover N6bn Interconnect Debt from SleekChip Technologies
MTN Nigeria has taken legal action against over 20 banks in an attempt to recover a debt of approximately N6…
Intel Considers Sale of Networking and Edge Business to Refocus Core Strategy
Intel is reportedly exploring the sale of its networking and edge (NEX) business as part of a broader strategic shift…
Nigeria’s SEC Launches New Digital Platform to Boost Market Transparency and Investor Confidence
The Nigerian Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, has officially launched the redesigned website of…
AI to Boost Farm Yields and Reduce Losses in Nigeria – Experts Highlight Potential of Multimodal Technology
Artificial Intelligence (AI) has the potential to significantly transform Nigeria’s agricultural sector by increasing crop yields and minimizing losses, according…
Tech Entrepreneurs Champion Digital Inclusion on Global Accessibility Awareness Day
As part of the global observance of Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD), tech entrepreneurs and industry leaders have reaffirmed their…
Microsoft Developer Conference Highlights AI Focus, Strategy Shift with OpenAI and Cloud Investments
Microsoft kicked off its annual software developer conference in Seattle, drawing thousands of developers eager to capitalize on the company’s…
Dyna.Ai Launches in Nigeria to Revolutionize Financial Services with AI Innovations
Dyna.Ai, a global Artificial Intelligence-as-a-Service (AIaaS) firm headquartered in Singapore, officially launched its operations in Nigeria with a high-profile event…
Telcos plan virtual network operators summit
Nigeria’s telecommunications industry is gearing up for a major transformation as the country prepares to host MVNO Nigeria 2025: Unlocking…
Bank of Ghana Governor Calls for Continental Coordination to Boost Digital Finance and Trade in Africa
Dr. Johnson Asiama, Governor of the Bank of Ghana, has stressed the importance of scaling digital assets and payment solutions…
Digital Lending Surge in Nigeria: 425 Licensed Lenders Amid Concerns Over Indebtedness
The number of licensed digital lending companies in Nigeria has surged to 425 as of May 2025, a significant increase…
AI and Digitalisation Revolutionizing Occupational Safety and Health: Emerging Risks and Benefits
Artificial Intelligence (AI), digitalization, robotics, and automation are significantly transforming workplace safety and health, according to a new report by…
Overcoming Challenges in Africa’s Migration Fintech Ecosystem: A Strategic Approach
The migration fintech sector in Africa holds vast potential but faces significant challenges due to varying regulations, infrastructure limitations, and…
Microsoft’s Teams Unbundling May Help Avoid EU Antitrust Fine
Microsoft is likely to dodge a significant EU antitrust fine after revising how it sells its Office and Teams software…