The International Telecommunication Union (ITU) and other experts have identified six priorities for safeguarding critical digital infrastructure to avert incidences such as solar storms, submarine cable cuts, satellite disruptions, and extreme weather that could disrupt communication networks and potentially trigger a “digital pandemic”. According to a new report entitled: “When digital systems fail: The hidden…
Driven by its commitment to advancing academic excellence and empowering the next generation of Nigerian leaders, the MTN Foundation has opened applications for its 2026 Scholarship Programmes. This year’s application cycle covers the Science and Technology Scholarship (STS) and the Scholarship for Blind Students (SBS), and the introduction of scholarships for medical students. Medical Scholarships,…
Meta has announced new advancements in its age assurance technology as part of its ongoing efforts to create safer, age-appropriate experiences for young people across its platforms. Through a combination of artificial intelligence (AI), product design, and parental support tools, Meta continues to strengthen how it identifies teens, protects them by default, and supports families…
MTN Nigeria has posted a landmark first quarter (Q1) 2026 result with profit after tax more than doubling to N355.5 billion from N133.7 billion a year earlier. This result was largely driven by explosive growth in data consumption and digital financial services. The telco also recorded a 41.8 per cent service revenue to N1.5 trillion…
Airtel Nigeria said it is targeting improved network capacity and ultimately improved quality of service (QoS) to end users of telecom services, according to its Chief Executive Officer, Dinesh Balsingh. “Over the last two years we have expanded our geographical network footprint by over 10 percent, and we keep going forward. This expansion allows us…
Nigeria has emerged as the sixth-largest hub globally by Solana developer share, while successfully funnelling over $162,000 in direct capital into the local economy during the first quarter of 2026. These landmark figures are featured in the Q1 Impact Report released on Wednesday by SuperteamNG, the country’s most active Web3 ecosystem. The report reveals that…
The intersection of dermatological excellence, technological innovation, and creative storytelling reached a fever pitch on April 23rd as the inaugural Cerawards Africa 2026 took centre stage in Lagos. Orchestrated by CeraVe, the world’s no 1 dermatologist-recommended skincare brand, in an exclusive strategic partnership with Konga Health, Nigeria’s leading distributor of premium skincare and beauty products,…
For many organisations, cybersecurity is still treated as a technical discipline that sits inside IT. Cyber incidents now affect revenue, operations, service delivery, leadership credibility and customer trust. That means cybersecurity can no longer be viewed as a narrow technical function. It has become a business continuity issue, and companies that still separate the two…
The Samsung Galaxy S26 series has made a confident statement of intent; a flagship lineup that blends refined design, intelligent performance, and forward-looking innovation into one cohesive experience. Nigerian consumers looking to get their hands on these devices can now shop directly on Konga or visit any Konga retail center nationwide. The Samsung Galaxy S26,…
