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IMF Downgrades Nigeria’s GDP Outlook, Warns of Rising Risks

Nigeria’s economy is projected to grow at 4.1 per cent in 2026 and strengthen slightly to 4.3 per cent in 2027, even as the International Monetary Fund (IMF) warned that the ongoing Middle East conflict is clouding the global outlook. The projections, contained in the IMF’s April 2026 World Economic Outlook released at the ongoing […]

General News

Martell’s Monumental Journey of Audacity Reaches the Federal Capital Territory Abuja

After kicking off in Lagos, Martell’s nationwide campaign, Martell On The Move, has officially arrived in Abuja. The road trip features The Swift Ascendant, a monumental 14 foot art installation that is traveling across the country to connect with people through local art and nightlife. The installation is a physical tribute to the Swift, Martell’s […]

News

PalmPay, TeamApt Support Payments Forum Nigeria 2026

Payments Forum Nigeria (PAFON), the country’s leading industry platform for digital finance stakeholders, has announced PalmPay and TeamApt as key sponsors of the third edition of its flagship event, PAFON 3.0. Scheduled for Friday, April 24, 2026, at the Oriental-Hotel, the high-level gathering will convene over 600 industry professionals and more than 20 expert speakers […]

General News

Platform Petroleum unveils ICT Hub to power digital future in Rivers

Platform Petroleum Limited has commissioned the O.B. Lulu-Briggs ICT Centre for Digital Innovations in Obonoma, Akuku-Toru Local Government Area of Rivers State, in a landmark move to expand access to digital infrastructure and empower youths in the Niger Delta. The facility, inaugurated on April 8, 2026, by John Onaiyekan, is equipped with over 280 networked […]

Tech

Nigeria Faces 480,000 Data Protection Personnel Gap

The Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) has said the country faces a significant gap of 480,000 Data Protection Officers (DPOs) in spite of notable progress recorded in the last three years. The National Commissioner of NDPC, Dr Vincent Olatunji, said this during the opening of a one-week training for the second cohort of DPOs Training […]

News

Firm Reveals Over a Million Banking Accounts Compromised as Financial Threats Move to Credential Theft

More than one million online banking accounts were compromised by infostealers last year, as financial cyberthreats shifted toward credential theft and data reuse. Attackers are moving away from traditional PC banking malware and increasingly relying on social engineering and dark web marketplaces, while mobile financial malware continues to grow. Detailed information on current financial cyberthreat […]

Telecom

Qualcomm Unveils Startup Selection for Qualcomm Make in Africa 2026

Qualcomm Incorporated has announced the selection of 10 startups for its fourth year of the Qualcomm® Make in Africa Mentorship Program. This initiative is part of the Qualcomm Africa Innovation Platform, which supports the development of Africa’s deep-technology ecosystem. It provides mentorship and training programs, with a focus on advanced connectivity and processing technologies such […]

Tech

Nigeria Seeks Stronger Digital Sovereignty, National Software Infrastructure

Nigeria is intensifying efforts to strengthen its national software infrastructure and digital governance framework as part of a broader push to secure data sovereignty and build local technological capacity. The initiative is focused on developing high-standard regulatory policies that will enhance digital integration while ensuring that critical national systems remain under domestic control. During an […]

Business news

Quest Merchant Bank Unveils New Brand Identity, Signalling Next Phase of Strategic Growth

Quest Merchant Bank Limited has unveiled its new brand identity, marking a significant step in the Bank’s ongoing evolution following its recent name change. The refreshed identity reflects the Bank’s strategic direction as it deepens its role as a trusted partner to institutions and investors, providing insight-driven financial solutions and a disciplined approach to supporting […]

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