Mastercard Boosts Africa Digital Payments by 45% in 2025
Mastercard expanded its African acceptance network by 45% in 2025, driving SME growth and financial inclusion. Discover how this powers the continent's $1.5 trillion digital future.
Mastercard expanded its African acceptance network by 45% in 2025, driving SME growth and financial inclusion. Discover how this powers the continent's $1.5 trillion digital future.
The Federal Ministry of Water Resources and Sanitation has launched the 1GOV ECM system, ending paper-based operations. This digital shift promises improved service delivery and transparency for Nigerians. Read more about this transformative step.
President Bola Tinubu announces Nigeria will terminate its multiple budgeting practice by March 31, 2026, shifting to a single, revenue-driven annual budget to curb abandoned projects.
Taraba State launches an E-Referral and Claims Management System under its health insurance scheme, aiming to provide seamless healthcare for over 112,000 enrollees and move towards universal coverage.
Minister Kyari launches Electronic Document Management System to boost transparency, efficiency, and support Nigeria's goal of a fully digital civil service by 2030.
The WSIS+20 review highlights Nigeria's urgent need to tackle digital exclusion in affordability, skills, and gender parity to achieve SDGs. Experts call for action.
A Nigerian mother in the UK shares her surprising observations about the education system after enrolling her children, highlighting key differences with Nigeria. Her viral TikTok post sparks major reactions.
A new northern group tackles NEF over its criticism of FIRS and backs President Tinubu's economic reforms. Discover the details of the clash and what the new tax regime means for Nigerians.
The House of Representatives is in confusion over the voting process for the 1999 Constitution amendment. Speaker Abbas and Deputy Speaker Kalu gave conflicting signals on electronic voting readiness. Read the latest.
Nigerian journalist Ahmad Salkida details Boko Haram's adaptive financial model, from community donations to criminal enterprises, explaining its resilience against military pressure. Read the full analysis.
Nigeria's Minister of Women Affairs warns digital violence is dangerously excluding women with disabilities. A new network for peace and security was launched in Abuja to address the threat.
The Federal Government has launched the National Digital Farmers Registry (NDFR) to harmonise farmer data, improve access to credit, and boost agricultural productivity in line with national food security goals.
At the Leadway Digital Growth Summit, industry leaders warned that Nigerian firms must adopt stricter data discipline and deeper collaboration to achieve measurable returns on digital marketing investments. Discover the key strategies.
Senate Leader Opeyemi Bamidele calls for investment in digital tech and entrepreneurial training to combat youth unemployment. He spoke at YABATECH's 37th convocation lecture.
Nigeria's digital quality of life ranks 97th globally, with high internet costs a key barrier. Nigerians work 1 hour 41 mins monthly for mobile data, 14x more than Angola. Explore the full report.
ASF France reveals 82 Nigerian women face execution, highlighting gender bias and poverty in the justice system. Advocates demand a moratorium and recognition of domestic violence as a mitigating factor.
Irish regulator investigates TikTok and LinkedIn for potential breaches of EU Digital Services Act. Platforms accused of poor illegal content reporting systems. Read the full details.
The Federal Government, via CREDICORP, launches a national digital device credit programme to make smartphones and laptops affordable for over 15,000 working Nigerians, boosting digital inclusion.
Tech specialists warn Nigerian youth about dangerous surveillance apps trend. Learn how to protect your digital privacy and rights in relationships.
ANCOPSS sounds alarm on Nigeria's slow digital education transition. Principals demand urgent adoption of computer-based learning and assessments to prevent falling behind globally.
Finance expert Ochuko Akejagbor proposes a national strategy using digital assets to boost Nigeria's economy, aiming for top-tier global status by 2030 through new commissions and reserves.
Education and Communications ministers reveal joint push for integrated digital learning ecosystem. Smart boards, zero-rated data for teachers, and nationwide connectivity planned.
TTP's electronic call-up system Eto has scheduled over 3.38 million truck movements, reducing congestion and improving turnaround times at Lagos ports. Stakeholders urged to unite for continued progress.
The Federal Government launches REVOP, a tech-driven revenue system to eliminate financial leakages and ensure real-time tracking of all public funds for national development.
Ekiti State University Chancellor Dr Tunji Olowolafe calls for government, industry and academia collaboration to achieve Nigeria's trillion-dollar digital economy by 2030.
A medical brain drain crisis hits Nigeria as over 60% of locally-trained radiographers now practice in Europe. Experts warn of strained health systems and call for urgent reforms.
LASU Professor Adewumi Falode argues Nigeria must customize federalism to address political and economic challenges. Read his groundbreaking analysis.
Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, champions technology as essential for national progress, highlighting digital reforms in passport processing and border security.
Nigeria's Code of Conduct Bureau introduces digital asset declaration platform to enhance transparency and combat corruption in public service. Read how this revolutionary system works.
Former Senator Shehu Sani accuses northern elite of exploiting security crises for 2027 elections. He reveals root causes: Almajiri, poverty, illiteracy. Read full analysis.