inDrive to drive youth entrepreneurship

Global mobility and urban services platform, inDrive, has reaffirmed its commitment to youth entrepreneurship and empowerment in Nigeria by supporting two groundbreaking initiatives, the “Level Up Your Drive” program and Startup Fest in Ibadan, to empower youth and provide fair mobility. According to Timothy Oladimeji, the Country Representative for inDrive in Nigeria, the company’s focus…

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Nigeria tech ecosystem ready to power investments, Zinox Group chair

This year’s France–Nigeria Investment Forum, a major highlight of President Bola Tinubu’s visit to France, ended on a sound note and was mutually rewarding for both countries. For some of us who have attended a few such forums in the past, this year’s edition stands out as the best from a Nigerian perspective, especially because…

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NITDA lauds Google, X, others for adhering to code of practice

The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has commended Google, X, Microsoft, and TikTok for their compliance with the Code of Practice for Interactive Computer Service Platforms/Internet Intermediaries. The Code which was issued jointly by the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), National Broadcasting Commission (NBC), and NITDA outlines clear guidelines for promoting online safety and managing…

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Visa hosts 23 innovators at Africa fintech accelerator

Digital payments company, Visa, said it has hosted 23 innovative fintech startups that presented their groundbreaking solutions to an audience of venture capitalists, angel investors, ecosystem enablers, and business partners. The fintech startups participated at the Demo Day for the second cohort of the Visa Africa Fintech Accelerator program which took place on in Cape…

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Nigerdock, NPA seal deal to operate Snake Island

Nigerian maritime and logistics company Nigerdock has completed an agreement with the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) for the commencement of operations of Snake Island Port, an 85-hectare, multipurpose port facility comprising three terminals located within the Snake Island Integrated Free Zone. The concession is for a period of 45 years with an optional extension. Nigerdock’s…

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SJF, ADASI partner to boost Osun education

The Stanley Jegede Foundation (SJF) has partnered Adopt A School Initiative (ADASI) to drive sustainable Education Development Programs (EDPs) within Osun State as part of its Quarter Four (Q4), 2024 interventions and advocacy this time targeting the South-West. Recall that the Foundation’s Quarter 1, 2, and 3 engagements were tailored to the Northwest, North-central, Southsouth…

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Instagram unveils “Trendships”

Instagram has launched a regional campaign to celebrate a form of connection emerging through Direct Messages (DMs). Recognizing how the act of sharing relatable memes and light-hearted content with friends, family and acquaintances is evolving into a unique vehicle of social communication and bonding across all ages, Instagram is coining a new term, Trendships.  With…

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TD Africa, Check Point partner to bolster Nigeria’s cybersecurity

Leading technology distributor in sub-Saharan Africa, TD Africa, has joined forces with Check Point Software Technologies Ltd., a global cybersecurity leader, to enhance Nigeria’s cybersecurity resilience. This strategic partnership, announced at a partner roundtable event in Lagos and attended by industry executives, stakeholders, and IT professionals, facilitated discussions on emerging cybersecurity trends and fostered strategic…

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Konga thrills shoppers with 70% year-end bonanza at Naija Shopping Festival

Nigeria’s leading e-commerce platform, Konga, has unveiled the Naija Shopping Festival, a Christmas sales event designed to offer shoppers extraordinary discounts and unbeatable deals. This exciting shopping extravaganza began December 1 and runs through December 30, promising an unforgettable experience for all. With discounts of up to 70per cent off on your favourite products, the…

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