Lagos is positioned at the heart of Nigeria’s data infrastructure growth, accounting for nearly 70 % of all new power capacity projected in the coming years. That’s the standout finding from the recently published “Nigeria Colocation Data Center Portfolio Analysis…
In a significant step for Nigeria’s energy future, Shell has approved the development of a major offshore gas field in partnership with Sunlink Energies, signalling renewed confidence in the country’s deepwater potential and its liquefied natural gas (LNG) ambitions. The…
In a bold and controversial move, President Bola Tinubu’s administration has directed all federal universities to conduct physical headcounts of academic staff amid the ongoing strike by the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU). The order comes via a circular…
In a ceremony at the University of Bahrain in October 2025, UNESCO celebrated four education initiatives from Belgium, Brazil, Egypt and the United Kingdom that are preparing students and teachers to use artificial intelligence responsibly. The recognition — an exceptional…
In a firm and decisive move, the Congress of University Academics (CONUA) has publicly declined to join any planned strike across Nigeria’s universities, reaffirming its dedication to preserving academic stability and sustaining normal operations in higher education. The decision comes…
In a compelling affirmation of its role in reshaping Africa’s digital landscape, Lusaka Telecom Solutions (LTS) has been awarded the Digital Infrastructure Pioneer of the Year accolade at the 2025 Zambia eCommerce Awards (ERITE Awards). This nod underscores how the…
At this year’s African Energy Week (AEW 2025), the energy services firm Dietsmann made a striking statement: it has arrived not just to participate, but to lead. With expanded presence, technological showcases, and high-level engagement across panels and corridors, Dietsmann…
Today marks the grand opening of GITEX Global 2025, and already, the air feels electric. Over the next five days, this flagship technology gathering will play host to world leaders, policy makers, innovators, investors and startups — all converging under…
Apple is gearing up for another major product showcase this October 2025, and the global tech scene is already abuzz. Following its iPhone 16 series launch in September, the company seems ready to close the year with another big reveal.…
October 13, 2025 — Today marks the official launch of OpportuNation, a career-tech start-up founded in Nigeria with the ambitious aim of enabling skilled Africans to access global job opportunities. In a world where capability is abundant but access is…
In a bold move to deepen digital skills among youth, the Lagos State Government has rolled out a free Software Quality Assurance training programme targeting 600 students and fresh graduates. The initiative, led by the Office of the Senior Special…
Nigeria’s public schools are entering a new era of learning. Chalkboards are gradually giving way to smart boards — interactive digital tools designed to make lessons livelier, more visual, and more engaging. Through a joint effort between the Federal Government,…
Over the past few years, Africa’s technology ecosystem has shown flashes of brilliance — startups scaling, innovations solving long-standing local problems, and a youthful workforce eager to build. Yet beneath that promise lies a recurring challenge: patient capital. This kind…
In a dramatic turn, the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has formally announced a two-week, total and comprehensive strike, beginning at 12:01 a.m. on Monday, October 13, 2025. This comes after the expiration of a 14-day ultimatum issued to…
The Federal Government has restated its strong commitment to the digital transformation of public schools across Nigeria, promising to bridge the technology gap in education and make classrooms more interactive, inclusive, and globally competitive. Speaking during the launch of the…