The Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) has officially launched its much-anticipated Merchant-Buyer Solution (MBS), an electronic invoicing system designed to modernise tax administration, close revenue leakages, and increase transparency in Nigeria’s business environment. The platform went live on 1 August…
In the digital age, Nigeria—already Africa’s business and technology hub—has found itself at an unexpected crossroads. The country now leads a worrying trend: the sharpest rise in cyberattacks on the continent. With its booming online economy and growing digital footprint,…
On a bright Saturday morning, the usually bustling grounds of the University of Lagos (UNILAG) took on a different kind of energy. Instead of the usual shuffle of students hurrying to lectures or group meetings, music thumped from the speakers,…
In a stirring testament to Nigeria’s commitment to building homegrown expertise in the oil and gas industry, PE Energy Limited, in conjunction with Chevron Nigeria Limited and the Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB), has concluded a groundbreaking Human…
Over the past half-decade, while the banking world pulses with flashy apps and fintech fanfare, a quiet revolution has been unfolding behind the scenes. At the heart of this transformation sits a Nigerian data scientist who, though seldom named in…
For years, the mantra “learn to code and secure your future” echoed across the globe, inspiring governments, private organisations, and young people to see programming as the ultimate path to wealth. In Ghana, that message found fertile ground. Faced with…
In a remarkable display of operational strength, IHS Towers—one of the world’s foremost independent managers of shared telecom infrastructure—announced impressive second-quarter results for the period ending 30 June 2025. Despite navigating a challenging economic climate, particularly with currency fluctuations and…
In recent times, Nigeria has witnessed a concerning increase in cryptocurrency-related scams, ranging from cloned exchanges and romance schemes to DeFi traps. In response, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Nigeria has taken a proactive step. In a strategic collaboration…
In a bold step toward transforming the nation’s digital infrastructure, the Federal Government of Nigeria has issued an expression of interest for a Technical Advisor to guide the planning, design, and execution of a sprawling 90,000-kilometre fibre-optic network. This initiative,…
In an atmosphere charged with renewed optimism, Nigeria’s higher education financing landscape is undergoing a historic shift, thanks largely to a bold government initiative. The Nigerian Education Loan Fund is steadily emerging as a game-changer, injecting hope, reducing financial barriers,…
Nigeria’s energy system is at a turning point. Years of infrastructural decay, chronic underinvestment, and policy inconsistency have left citizens and industries in the dark—literally and figuratively. Power outages disrupt homes, cripple factories, and slow digital innovation. Yet, within this…
In a decisive display of unity and vision, the Nigerian Youth Advocates for Information Technology (N-YAIT) has officially endorsed Prof. Adebukola Onashoga as its preferred candidate for the upcoming Nigeria Computer Society (NCS) presidency. This endorsement signals a collective desire…
In Nigeria’s fast-growing construction industry, the buzz of heavy machinery and the shouts of site workers are familiar sounds. But behind the industry’s visible progress lies a troubling statistic — the high rate of occupational fatalities. Now, a Nigerian-born civil…
In a country brimming with intelligent and hardworking young people, a silent crisis is threatening to derail Nigeria’s future workforce — the absence of a structured and functional career guidance system. Educationists, policy experts, and concerned citizens are now calling…
In a meaningful stride towards youth empowerment and technological advancement, the Deputy Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly recently spearheaded a transformative initiative, offering 200 young Lagosians free, cutting-edge ICT training. The four-month programme, tailored to align with…