In the bustling bazaars of Lagos, Kano, Abuja, and cities across Nigeria, everyday buying and selling has always been more than transactions. It is personal, human and shaped by trust built over time. Yet in the rapid digitalisation of commerce,…
Satellite internet provider Starlink has crossed a major milestone, confirming that its global customer count now exceeds nine million users. This surge in subscribers reflects one of the fastest growth periods in the company’s history and highlights how demand for…
In the fast-moving world of quantum technology, a new venture capital initiative is generating real excitement. The quantum industry is no longer just early-stage science projects; it is moving closer to commercial reality. Yet even with huge potential in computing,…
In a moment of deep relief for families across Niger State, the last group of schoolchildren abducted from a Catholic boarding school have finally been freed and is due to be reunited with their loved ones ahead of Christmas. For…
OneDosh has officially launched its long‑anticipated cross‑border payments platform in both the United States and Nigeria, signalling a bold entry into the rapidly evolving global fintech arena. This launch marks the company’s first major payment corridor, offering Nigerians and Americans…
In a remarkable development for Nigeria’s innovation economy, tech start‑ups across the country and broader African continent have collectively raised $19.7 billion over the past seven years, marking a significant evolution in digital entrepreneurship and investor confidence in the region’s potential.…
In the quiet streets of the Benin Republic, a young boy’s curiosity about technology quietly took root. Achille Arouko, who would go on to become the co‑founder and chief executive officer of Bujeti, first encountered technology not through structured lessons…
Accra, Ghana’s parliament has taken a bold step that will reshape the nation’s financial terrain by passing a new law that legalises the widespread use of cryptocurrency and virtual assets. The move underscores the government’s intent to bring a fast‑expanding…
The rapid rise of artificial intelligence tools in everyday life has dramatically shifted how young people interact with technology. From generative chatbots to AI companions, children and teens are engaging with systems that simply did not exist a few years…
In a renewed push to deepen international academic cooperation and expand tech-focused education for Nigerian students, Ahmadu Bello University (ABU) Zaria has announced the revival and expansion of its dual degree partnership with China’s Central South University (CSU). The initiative…
In a vibrant showcase of African ingenuity and technological excellence, Qualcomm Technologies Inc has successfully concluded the third year of its Qualcomm Make in Africa Startup Mentorship Program, spotlighting the extraordinary rise of tech-led solutions across the continent. The year’s…
In an exciting development for global media, Al Jazeera Media Network has announced the rollout of a new artificial intelligence platform called The Core. This initiative is set to transform how journalism is produced and consumed around the world by…
In a powerful show of federal and state collaboration, President Bola Tinubu on Saturday commended Borno State Governor Professor Babagana Umara Zulum for steadfast leadership and people-centred development during a high-profile commissioning ceremony in Maiduguri. The event brought together political…
Abuja was a hive of purposeful dialogue recently as education leaders, government officials and civil society actors gathered for the 2025 Nigeria Education Forum. Among the organisations present was the Obayi for Education Foundation, a non-governmental group passionate about expanding…
In a development that has rekindled national concern about school safety, a respected security analyst has sounded a warning to the Federal Government about the recent decision to reopen the country’s Unity Schools without firm security arrangements in place. According…