In fresh global data released in January 2026, the strength of the Nigerian passport has recorded a notable rise, moving to 89th place out of 199 countries in the Henley Passport Index. This annual ranking, widely respected by governments and…
In a bold move that could reshape access to technical learning across the Middle East and North Africa region, Arabic.AI has announced the launch of fully Arabic‑language coding education built on the globally trusted Replit platform. Millions of Arabic speakers…
In a move that is turning heads in the global tech community, Microsoft Corporation has begun closing its long‑standing employee library and withdrawing access to many newspaper and research subscriptions. The shift forms part of a wider transition toward artificial…
Longview Independent School District has opened a new chapter in its ongoing drive to expand educational opportunities by asking residents to help choose a name for its forthcoming Career and Technical Education facility. This move comes as part of a…
In a move that signals a new chapter for the country’s digital infrastructure, Nigeria has formally approved seven-year satellite operating permits to three major global space communications companies. The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) granted licences to Amazon’s Kuiper Systems, Israel’s…
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has kicked off a major six-week public consultation aimed at shaping how satellite direct-to-device connectivity could be regulated and introduced across the country. The initiative, announced in early January, invites input from industry players, government…
The race to build Africa’s future tech workforce just took a big step forward as Moniepoint Inc has announced the opening of applications for the second cohort of its DreamDevs programme, inviting recent graduates from across Nigeria to apply for…
In the fast-moving world of technology, 2026 is shaping up to be a pivotal year for artificial intelligence. From shifting funding models to infrastructure pressures and the hard-earned adoption by enterprises, the AI themes that will shape 2026 are already…
In a development that has captured the attention of education stakeholders across the country, the Federal Government has allocated a significant N113.764 billion in the 2026 national budget to support key programmes within the education sector. The announcement forms part…
A new report has sparked intense debate among educators and parents globally by highlighting how the rise of artificial intelligence in classrooms is reshaping learning for high school students in ways that may be more harmful than helpful. The Brookings…
Nigeria has surged up the global ladder in artificial intelligence readiness, according to the newly released Oxford Government AI Readiness Index 2025. In just two years, the country has made one of the most impressive jumps among the world’s nations,…
As Nigeria’s 2026 budget proposal makes its way through the National Assembly, there is renewed focus on how the Federal Government intends to finance the country’s digital revolution. Included in the ₦58.47 trillion federal spending blueprint is a ₦84.56 billion…
In a development that has set the Nigerian tech community buzzing, the country has dropped to fourth place in Africa’s tech funding rankings for 2025. Once the undisputed leader on the continent, Nigeria now trails Kenya, Egypt and South Africa…
In a compelling address that resonated deeply with parents, teachers and education stakeholders nationwide, Nigeria’s Federal Government has restated its unwavering commitment to securing schools across the country. In an era marked by recurring threats to educational institutions, the message…
In a significant policy push this year, the Federal Government of Nigeria has placed science, technology and innovation at the centre of its economic transformation agenda. Speaking in Abuja, the Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, Dr Kingsley Udeh, outlined…