Author: Toluwanimi Adejumo

Google has introduced a new feature called “Preferred Sources” in its search engine, allowing users to choose which sources they want to see more often in the Top Stories section. This feature is designed to give users more control over their search experience, enabling them to select their favourite news…

Marking a major policy shift that could redefine the future of retirement planning, President Donald Trump has signed an executive order directing federal agencies to facilitate the inclusion of digital assets within 401(k) retirement plans. This move represents a substantial departure from previous guidelines that discouraged or restricted cryptocurrency exposure…

The Minister of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy, Dr. Bosun Tijani, has unveiled the technical blueprint for Project BRIDGE, a transformative national infrastructure initiative aimed at deploying 90,000 km of fibre-optic cable across Nigeria. This ambitious project seeks to revolutionize the nation’s digital infrastructure, providing high-speed, resilient, and equitable broadband…

Airtel Africa, the continent’s leading telecommunications company, has signed a multi-year, multi-million-dollar partnership with Xtelify, a fully owned subsidiary of Bharti Airtel, to deploy a cutting-edge, AI-powered software platform. This strategic move aims to simplify telecom operations and enhance customer experiences across Airtel Africa’s 14 markets. According to Airtel’s official…

MTN Nigeria, the country’s largest telecom operator, is considering deploying artificial intelligence (AI) technology to monitor and protect its fibre optic cables nationwide. This move follows a surge in telecom infrastructure vandalism, with over 13,000 cable cuts recorded in 18 months. Developed in collaboration with Huawei Technologies, the AI system…

Nigeria’s electronic payment transactions have recorded a remarkable surge, reaching N284.9 trillion in the first quarter of 2025, representing a 22% increase compared to N234.4 trillion in the same period last year. According to the Nigeria Inter-Bank Settlement System (NIBSS), this growth reflects the country’s accelerating shift toward a cashless…

PayPal has taken a decisive step toward the future of digital commerce with the launch of “Pay with Crypto,” a new payment feature that allows merchants to accept over 100 cryptocurrencies at checkout. Initially rolling out to U.S. merchants, the feature is set to expand internationally, offering businesses a simpler…

The Federal Government of Nigeria is set to launch a groundbreaking digital platform, Diaspora BRIDGE, designed to connect Nigerian academics and professionals in the diaspora with universities and research institutions across the country. The launch event is scheduled for July 28, 2025, at the State House in Abuja and will…

TikTok has significantly stepped up its content moderation efforts in Nigeria, removing more than 3.6 million videos in the first quarter of 2025. This sharp rise in enforcement highlights the platform’s ongoing push to maintain a safe, inclusive, and respectful digital space for all users. Why the Takedown? The removed…

Nigerians are consuming more data than ever before. According to the latest report by the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), national data usage reached a record 1.04 million terabytes in May 2025, even as the number of internet users declined slightly. This milestone reflects the country’s increasing reliance on digital platforms…

With the passing of former Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari, conversations have naturally turned to his legacy—including his impact on Nigeria’s technology landscape. During his tenure, Buhari’s administration implemented several ambitious tech policies that redefined the country’s digital economy. While these efforts brought progress in areas like broadband infrastructure and startup…

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has announced plans to establish a Cybercrime Response Academy designed to rehabilitate convicted Nigerian cybercriminals. The initiative was unveiled by EFCC Chairman, Ola Olukoyede, during the National Cybersecurity Conference in Abuja. The academy aims to redirect the talents of young Nigerians involved in…

Flutterwave, Africa’s leading payments technology company, has secured a Payment Institution (PI) license from the Central Bank of West African States (BCEAO), granting it full operational status in Senegal. This milestone, announced via the company’s official blog, reinforces Flutterwave’s commitment to building a more connected and inclusive digital economy across…

In a significant development, Nigerian banks have announced the resumption of international transactions on naira-denominated cards. United Bank for Africa (UBA), Wema Bank, and Guaranty Trust Bank (GTBank) have confirmed that their naira cards are now enabled for global payments—marking a major shift after nearly three years of suspension. Details…

The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) has announced the complete restoration of its National Identification Number (NIN) verification services across Nigeria. Following a successful system maintenance exercise, NIMC confirmed that all previously disrupted services have resumed, bringing relief to banks, telecom operators, and government agencies that rely on real-time NIN…

The Nigerian government has taken a significant step towards transforming the country’s education sector with the launch of a $40 million ICT initiative across 10 federal universities. Known as the Blueprint ICT Development (Blueprint-ICT-Dev) Project, the initiative aims to drive digital transformation in these institutions, enhancing teaching, learning, research, and…

In a historic move to overhaul Nigeria’s tax and revenue systems, President Bola Tinubu has signed into law four transformative tax reform Acts that are set to redefine the country’s fiscal landscape. The signing, held at the Presidential Villa in Abuja and witnessed by key government leaders—including the Senate President,…

The Lagos State Government has taken a major step toward enhancing patient safety and streamlining blood transfusion services with the launch of HaemoCentral, a digital Blood Inventory Management System. This innovative platform is designed to manage donor registration, blood screening, inventory, and transfusion across both public and private health facilities.…

Flutterwave, Africa’s leading financial technology company, has officially launched its digital payment services in Cameroon, marking a significant milestone in its mission to unify Africa’s fragmented payment infrastructure and expand its footprint across the continent. Comprehensive Suite of Digital Payment Services The newly launched services in Cameroon include: Strategic Partnership…

Lesotho has officially welcomed Starlink, the satellite internet service operated by Elon Musk’s SpaceX, marking a major milestone in the country’s digital transformation journey. On April 14, 2025, the Lesotho Communications Authority (LCA) granted Starlink a 10-year operating license following a year-long regulatory review. The initiative aligns with Lesotho’s digital…