Access to computing capacity, not necessarily internet connectivity, will be the next phase of Nigeria’s and other African economies as demand for cloud services and emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI) take strong footing across the continent, the International Finance Corporation (IFC), said at the weekend. Its Global Sector Lead for Data Centres and…
By Kola Ajibola As Nigeria gradually inches toward another electoral cycle, Adamawa State is once again emerging as one of the country’s most compelling political theatres. Yet the unfolding drama in the state is not merely about the traditional rivalry between political parties. Rather, it is increasingly about the strategic choices confronting the ruling All…
Bharti Airtel said it now has 650 million customers across all its operations which includes Nigeria, a milestone that places the telco as the second largest globally by customer base, with operations spread across India and Africa, citing data from industry body, global system for mobile communication association (GSMA) Intelligence. In Africa, the company’s Airtel…
Nigeria’s leading composite e-commerce platform, has announced the launch of its highly anticipated Easter Homecoming campaign, which commenced on April 1st, 2026. This strategic seasonal initiative promises to deliver exceptional value to Nigerian consumers through mouthwatering deals across multiple categories, offering Nigerians a timely opportunity to shop genuine products and celebrate the season for less….
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has directed Mobile Network Operators (MNOs) to provide compensation to subscribers whose network quality of service (QoS) experience is below specified targets within specific locations. The Commission’s position is that subscribers should not be made to bear the full burden of service disruptions where operators fail to meet prescribed standards…
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has reaffirmed its commitment to fully leverage its mandate to deliver broadband access to underserved communities, which it said is central to its broader efforts of improving access to the opportunities that robust connectivity can unlock. Head, Public Affairs at the NCC, Nnenna Ukoha, in a statement, said the position…
NEW Horizons Nigeria said it has further democratised digital skills access to the people in Lagos and Ogun states with the inauguration of a new retail center at Akute, on the outskirts of Lagos. The newly inaugurated center, strategically located is expected to serve learners and professionals across Alagbado, Ajuwon, Matogun, Lambe, Ojodu-Berger, Isheri, Giwa,…
By Elijah Daniel AFRICA’s cybersecurity market is expanding steadily, valued at about $0.68 billion in 2025 and projected to reach $1.44 billion by 2031. This growth reflects more than rising technology demand. It reflects urgency. As digital adoption accelerates across Sub-Saharan Africa, cybersecurity is no longer a back office IT issue. It is economic infrastructure….
Hundreds of Nigerian drivers who are signed up with ride-hailing services Uber, Bolt and inDrive protested yesterday in Lagos over low fares and high commissions while calling on the Lagos State Assembly to intervene and mandate higher pricing. Nigeria is one of Africa’s largest markets for app-based drivers, with roughly half operating in the commercial…
