Nigeria’s digital lending landscape is poised for significant change as open banking moves closer to full implementation. This shift could reshape how credit is priced, how lenders assess borrowers, and how millions of Nigerians access formal financial services. In a…
In a significant stride for women’s participation in technology and entrepreneurship across Nigeria, the sixth cohort of the Women in Tech Nigeria Accelerator has successfully graduated, spotlighting the continued drive to unlock opportunities for female founders in the digital economy.…
Abuja was at the centre of a pivotal conversation about data protection and digital trust as stakeholders from government, finance, and technology gathered for Nigeria’s National Privacy Week 2026. The week’s activities culminated in a high-profile summit where Optasia, a…
In a major leap for technology education in Africa, EvolveHQ Talent Hub, a leading Nigerian educational technology academy, has received accreditation from the American Council of Training and Development (ACTD). This recognition places the institution among a select group of…
The Universal Basic Education Commission, UBEC, has again placed Nigeria’s foundational schooling on a new trajectory as it inaugurated a cutting‑edge Smart School in Hadejia, Jigawa State. This initiative represents a broader strategy to integrate modern technology into the classroom…
In a landmark educational moment, UNESCO’s Regional Office for Southern Africa joined hands with the Harare Institute of Technology (HIT) to spotlight an ambitious project reshaping how technical skills are taught in Africa. On 2 February 2026, a gathering of…
In a significant development for technology and education on the continent, 27 universities from across Africa and other influential partners are gearing up for a landmark three-day artificial intelligence education summit scheduled in Lagos, Nigeria. The event reflects a growing…
In a major shift for app developers around the world, Apple has launched Xcode 26.3, a powerful update that radically changes how software is built on its platforms. The new release brings in agentic coding support, making it possible for…
Across Nigeria, the conversation around education is changing shape. Talk has turned from chalkboards and classrooms to laptops, online platforms, and digital skill sets. Policy papers and public speeches paint a picture of a nation poised to harness technology for…
At the 94th Founders’ Day celebration of Igbobi College in Yaba, Lagos, former Vice-President Professor Yemi Osinbajo delivered a powerful message about the future of education in Nigeria. In remarks that blended personal reflection with strategic insight, he urged schools…
In a welcome development for Africa’s innovation economy, AfricArena has released the 7th edition of its State of Tech in Africa Report, offering an extensive look at how technology, investment, and entrepreneurship are shaping the continent’s future. According to a…
In a significant development for Nigeria’s tertiary education sector, the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) has formally begun work on the Abuja Leadership Centre of Excellence in Public Governance at the University of Abuja. The event took place at the…
In a pulsating night of top flight English football at the Emirates Stadium in London, Arsenal secured their place in the 2026 English Football League Cup final following a hard-fought victory against city rivals Chelsea. Fans at the stadium erupted…
In a sweeping decision that has sent shockwaves through the education sector, the Kogi State Government announced the temporary closure of all primary and secondary schools in the state for a period of two weeks beginning from February 4 2026.…
Paris has become the centre of a major legal confrontation between French law enforcement and X, the social media platform owned by billionaire Elon Musk. On Tuesday, France’s cybercrime unit conducted a detailed search of X’s offices in the French…