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FG, Nordic Nations Unite for Digital Transformation

Nigeria is strengthening ties with the Nordic region to drive digital transformation and, ultimately, economic growth. Svein Baera, Norway’s ambassador to Nigeria, met with Dr. Bosun Tijani, minister of communications, innovation, and the digital economy, Wednesday. The minister revealed that the discussion on Wednesday in Abuja focused on artificial intelligence (AI), broadband infrastructure, talent, and […]

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Nigeria Recorded 4,622 Cyber-attacks Per Week in December 2025

In December 2025, organisations globally faced sustained cyber pressure, as the average number of cyber-attacks per organisation per week reached 2 027, a 1% increase from the previous month and a 9% increase from December 2024. This is according to December 2025 Global Cyber Attack Statistics by Check Point Research, the threat intelligence arm of […]

Fintech

Paystack Expands Beyond Payments into Banking

Nigerian fintech giant, Paystack has taken its boldest step yet beyond payments, acquiring Ladder Microfinance Bank. The fintech giant has quickly rebranded its new acquisition as Paystack Microfinance Bank (MFB) in a strategic shift that could reshape how African businesses access credit, deposits, and embedded financial services. After nearly a decade building the backbone of […]

News

NITDA DG Reassures on Nigeria–U.S. Partnership on Data Privacy, AI and Cybersecurity

Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi, the Director General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), has reaffirmed Nigeria’s commitment to strengthening collaboration with the United States in building a secure, trusted, and resilient digital ecosystem, with a particular focus on data privacy, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and capacity building. He stated this while delivering an address at […]

Fintech

Moniepoint Launches Second Cohort of DreamDevs Initiative to Double Down on Africa’s Tech Talent Pipeline 

Moniepoint Inc, Africa’s leading digital financial services provider, has announced the opening of applications for the second cohort of its flagship DreamDevs initiative, a transformative program designed to bridge the tech talent gap in Africa by equipping recent graduates with industry-ready skills and real-world experience. With applications open to graduates across Nigeria, DreamDevs is designed […]

Telecom

Glo Unveils Immersive Gaming Experience, Travel Saga

With the introduction of Travel Saga, a premium, fast-paced gaming experience that is currently live and accessible to customers on its network, Globacom has lifted the bar for mobile entertainment in the country. Travel Saga is a story-driven, intricately connected role-playing game designed to provide the thrill, complexity, and competitive intensity of some of the […]

Tech

Half of Global Companies Build SOCs to Enhance Cybersecurity, with a Focus on Human Expertise

Among the primary reasons for establishing a Security Operations Center (SOC) are strengthening cybersecurity posture, enabling faster detection and response and gaining a competitive edge. Interestingly, despite the increasing demand for automated cybersecurity solutions, businesses rely on skilled security professionals to make key decisions, as human expertise remains essential for effective security management. A Security […]

Fintech

PalmPay, Premier Cool to Reward 10,000 Nigerians with ₦100 Million in “10k for 10k Campaign”

Premier Cool, Nigeria’s leading antibacterial cooling bar soap, has announced the launch of its nationwide consumer promotion, “10K for 10K”, in partnership with Palmpay, Nigeria’s leading digital bank. This promo is designed to reward 10,000 Nigerians with ₦10,000, amounting to a total of ₦100 million in cash rewards paid instantly via PalmPay wallets. Running from […]

General News

Nigerian Terra Industries Secures $11.8m for Expansion

Terra Industries, a Nigerian defence technology startup, has raised $11.75 million to expand its development of defensive systems that protect critical facilities across Africa. The fundraising round was led by Silicon Valley venture firm 8VC, which was founded by Palantir co-founder Joe Lonsdale. Other investors in the round include Valour Equity Partners, Lux Capital, SV […]

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