Nigeria’s financial services landscape is undergoing a quiet revolution. With over 1.5 million agents now active across the country and mobile money transactions climbing by more than 1,500 % between 2021 and 2025, the digital payments wave is reshaping how…
Edo State has joined Nigeria’s growing map of digital transformation in education as the First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, commissioned a new Digital Learning Centre at Ujabhole Grammar School in Irrua, Esan Central Local Government Area. The project, commissioned under…
In what many are calling a historic leap for higher education in Africa, the Indian Institutes of Technology (IIT) have announced plans to establish their first West African campus in Nigeria by 2026. The move marks a significant milestone in…
In a move that signals Lagos State’s growing investment in the digital economy, the state government has successfully trained over 600 undergraduates in Software Quality Assurance (SQA) — a key component of the global tech ecosystem. The free three-week training,…
Nigeria’s removal from the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) grey list has sparked excitement among fintech leaders and investors who believe it will open new doors for innovation, international partnerships, and lower remittance costs. Executives of two of Nigeria’s leading…
The Federal Ministry of Environment (FMEnv) has officially launched the 1Gov Cloud Digitalisation Programme, marking a major step toward modernising government operations and improving environmental governance through technology. The initiative, powered by Galaxy Backbone Limited (GBB) — the Federal Government’s…
In the bustling halls of senior secondary schools across Nigeria, a clear message was delivered this week by TotalEnergies E&P Nigeria Ltd. (TotalEnergies): books matter, reading matters — and a strong reading culture is key to purposeful learning and personal…
When one meets Ruth Porat – President and Chief Investment Officer of Alphabet Inc. (the parent of Google LLC) – one observes a rare combination: a finance heavyweight turned tech visionary, who now champions the idea that we can cure…
In today’s fiercely competitive job market, Nigerian graduates often face stress when hunting for that first full-time role. While competition is stiff, fresh research reveals that certain states offer better odds for securing employment. Drawing on the latest National Bureau…
In the quiet town of Otukpo, Benue State, something extraordinary is unfolding. At just 15 years old, Agbo Adoga is making waves far beyond his hometown—his story of grit, brilliance and unwavering focus is becoming a beacon of hope for…
Nigeria stands at a pivotal crossroads. With a vast youth population, a steadily rising tech ecosystem and a digital-native generation, the country is uniquely placed to drive what could be described as an “AI education revolution” across the African continent.…
In a lively conversation with Olayinka Olamilehin, the Founder & CEO of Virety, it became abundantly clear: the intersection of fintech and real estate in Africa isn’t just intriguing — it may well be pivotal. With the continent’s property market…
Prof. Salisu Mamman Abdulrahman stands today as one of the most inspiring figures in Nigerian academia — a symbol of how determination, humility, and consistent excellence can propel one from humble beginnings to the highest ranks of scholarship. His journey…
In a significant leap toward modernising the student experience, Joseph Ayo Babalola University (JABU) in Ikeji-Arakeji, Osun State, has officially launched a high-speed internet connectivity system across its campus. The move, announced by the university’s management, is aimed at strengthening…
In an era where our phones increasingly dictate how we spend our time, YouTube has stepped up. The video-sharing giant has quietly begun rolling out a new feature that allows users to set daily time limits for the ever-enticing vertical…