The Nigeria Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has reached a remarkable milestone—disbursing ₦73.1 billion to 366,247 tertiary students as of June 28, 2025. This achievement not only underscores the agency’s growing capacity but also reaffirms its mission to break financial barriers in…
In a bold move signalling renewed confidence in Africa’s travel industry, IHG Hotels & Resorts has entered into a landmark franchise agreement with Watercress Hotel International Limited. This accord brings the Crowne Plaza Lagos Ikeja to life—an impressive 119-room establishment…
In a bold move to strengthen its foothold in Nigeria’s booming telecommunications sector, Tenda Nigeria launches networking solutions in partnership with Coscharis Technologies Limited (its official distributor) and Coast Charities Technologies Limited. The unveiling of a comprehensive suite of products…
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has raised serious alarms over growing cybersecurity deficiencies within the banking and fintech industries. In response, senior officials are stepping up regulatory oversight and urging institutions to fortify their defences. During a recent Fintech…
In a major stride toward democratizing tech education in Nigeria, fintech innovator Cardtonic has unveiled groundbreaking payment solutions that are set to revolutionise how Nigerian learners access online courses and digital tools. Targeting one of the key challenges that has…
In the midst of a pronounced downturn in African tech investment, Nigeria’s Fintech Sector has not just endured—it has flourished. The country commandingly drew in $331.6 million, representing close to 30% of the continent’s total tech funding, even as total…
African Technology and Innovation Institutes forum has issued a rallying cry at its first-ever African Industrial Forum: the continent stands on the brink of a transformative, tech-led industrial renaissance. More than a summit, this event—held under the banner “Africa’s Future:…
Nigeria’s homegrown fintech champion, Remita, has emerged not merely as a payment gateway, but as a mission-critical financial infrastructure—the backbone powering both public and private digital transactions across Africa. Developed by SystemSpecs and managed under Remita Payment Services Limited (RPSL),…
Modern Africa stands at a digital inflexion point, driven by a sweeping transformation across industries. According to a recent SAP study, the continent is witnessing unprecedented demand for artificial intelligence and cybersecurity capabilities as organisations race to keep pace with…
The Malala Fund, a global champion for girls’ education co‑founded by Nobel laureate Malala Yousafzai and her father, Ziauddin, has announced a landmark $50 million pledge to advance secondary education — with a special eye on Nigeria’s most marginalised girls. This bold commitment,…
Since its founding in February 2023 by Nigerian public-policy advisor Imade Bibowei‑Osuobeni, Tech Herfrica has emerged as a trailblazing force for Tech Herfrica digital inclusion across rural Africa. Based in Abuja and active in six countries—Nigeria, Ghana, Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda, and Tanzania—the non‑profit…
Nigeria is poised to close a critical knowledge gap, thanks to a trailblazing digital initiative. The Federal Ministry of Education, under the leadership of Hon. Dr. Maruf Olatunji Alausa, has launched the BRIDGE platform for diaspora education, a bespoke online…
Nigeria’s innovation landscape is experiencing a breakthrough. In a bold move to bridge academia and the marketplace, the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) has teamed up with the Science Granting Council Initiative (SGCI) to breathe life into university research and…
In a significant step towards modernising education in Nigeria’s capital, the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has deepened its resolve to integrate digital tools into public school classrooms. On June 27, 2025, the FCT Minister of State, Dr Mariya Mahmoud, reiterated…
The African Technology and Innovation Institutes (ATII) is set to host the inaugural African Industrial Forum (AIF)—a flagship initiative aimed at positioning the continent as a leader in smart manufacturing, automation, and artificial intelligence. Scheduled for Thursday, July 10, 2025,…