Abuja — In a landmark decision that is already stirring optimism across the continent, UNESCO has formally designated Nigeria as the host of the world’s first “Category-2” international institute focused on media and information literacy (MIL). The approval came during…
The Federal Government, in collaboration with O2 Academy Lagos and backed by World Bank funding, has launched a pioneering skills development initiative designed to equip young Nigerians with next-generation digital storytelling expertise. At the heart of the programme lies the…
In a bold declaration that has stirred hope across the innovation and business sectors, Dr Kingsley Tochukwu Udeh—Nigeria’s newly appointed Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology—has vowed to reposition the Ministry as a central pillar of economic and technological transformation.…
In a sweeping move to clamp down on what it terms “offensive content” and online misbehaviour, the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), working in conjunction with the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) and the National Broadcasting Commission (NBC), announced that…
In Lagos recently, over 900 experts from more than 20 countries converged at the 5th International Conference on Artificial Intelligence and Robotics (ICAIR 2025) held at the University of Lagos (UNILAG). The overarching message: Nigeria—and indeed all of Africa—must urgently…
In a significant step for Nigeria’s digital landscape, the government has announced a collaboration with the United Nations University (UNU) to establish new research institutes focusing on digital public infrastructure, artificial intelligence and digital skills. During recent talks between Nigeria’s…
In a decisive move that signals the country’s commitment to leapfrogging into the future of technology, the federal government has earmarked approximately ₦12 billion to fund research initiatives in the digital economy. The announcement came from Bosun Tijani, Nigeria’s Minister…
In a significant stride for Africa’s digital future, Nigerian observers and sector watchers will note that China Mobile International (CMI) has officially brought the “East” segment of the 2Africa subsea fibre-optic cable into active service. The activation ceremony, held in…
In a bold move signalling the continued rise of tech across the continent, Meta has named 12 African startups as winners of its Llama Impact Accelerator 2025. The selected companies — spread across Nigeria, Kenya, Senegal and South Africa —…
In the heart of Lagos this early November, a fresh wave of opportunity is set to unfold as HYT Consulting gears up for the second edition of its flagship initiative, the Employability Bootcamp in Lagos. Running from 3 to 7…
The global financial community is taking a deep breath as key share indices slipped yesterday, delivering a sobering wake-up call to markets worldwide. The mood soured after a sharp downturn among major technology companies dragged the U.S. benchmarks lower, and…
In a bold move signalling commitment to educational expansion, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has given his approval for the establishment of a brand-new federal university in Lagos State. The announcement marks a significant development in Nigeria’s higher-education landscape, given Lagos’s…
The federal government under Bola Tinubu has revealed plans to bring over one million out-of-school children back into the education system. At the 69th meeting of the National Council on Education in Akure, the Federal Ministry of Education announced a…
In an inspiring push to reshape how entrepreneurship is taught in Nigerian schools, Junior Achievement Nigeria has announced its upcoming National Convening on Teaching Entrepreneurship with a Focus on Teachers, which will be held on Thursday, November 6, 2025. The…
In Ilorin, the capital of Kwara State, Nigeria, the state government has launched a fresh initiative to bolster young innovators and early-stage tech ventures. Through its flagship unit, the Ilorin Innovation Hub, the government is set to distribute around ₦30…