Nigeria, Others Tasked with Closing Digital Divides
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.
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.
Microsoft reveals its partnership with Nigeria has trained over 4 million citizens in digital skills since 2021. The tech giant now plans to train 350,000 more in AI to harness Africa's $1.5 trillion opportunity. Read more.
Zenith Bank has been honoured with the Technology Trailblazer Award at the Qore Nexus 2025 event. The award recognises the bank's innovative use of next-generation tech to enhance digital banking in Nigeria. Discover how they are shaping the future of fin
Tech experts at Abuja Tech Converge 3.0 identify poor adoption as the primary barrier to technological progress in Nigeria, citing agriculture as a key example. Read more.
The Federal Government reassures students and parents on flexible subject selection for WAEC exams under the updated Senior Secondary School Curriculum. Get the facts.
Federal Government clarifies senior students can choose any WAEC subject, renames ICT to Digital Technology. Get the facts before 2026 registration.
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.
The EU warns of weaponised digital spaces against women in Nigeria. Ambassador Mignot calls for coordinated action, citing new €18m support programme. Read more.
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.
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 2025 EdTech Fellowship by CcHUB and Mastercard Foundation concludes, empowering over 21,000 learners. 12 startups showcased solutions for digital learning equity across Nigeria. Read more.
Complete guide to Ogun State Polytechnic of Health and Allied Science (formerly OSCOHTECH). Get details on 2025 courses, school fees, cut-off marks, and admission requirements for aspiring health professionals.
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.
Vice President Kashim Shettima supports a partnership with Indian firms to deploy KYAN smart class solutions in Nigerian schools, aiming to digitally transform education. Read more.
Nigerian lawyer Timi Paul Olagunju is among 20 global fellows chosen for the 2025 Public Voices Fellowship. He will amplify Global South perspectives on AI, democracy, and digital rights. Read more.
CEWHIN trains 50 youths in Osogbo on digital safety & reporting TFGBV, as Zamfara First Lady launches 16 Days Activism. Learn how to fight online abuse.
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.
Ekiti State University Chancellor Dr Tunji Olowolafe calls for government, industry and academia collaboration to achieve Nigeria's trillion-dollar digital economy by 2030.
The West African Institute of Public Health advocates technology integration to address Nigeria's growing non-communicable disease burden. Learn how digital solutions can transform healthcare.
CIO and C-Suite Club Africa recognized technology leaders shaping Africa's digital transformation. Discover the award winners and key insights from the Lagos event.
ActionAid Nigeria calls for urgent measures against technology-facilitated gender-based violence during 16 Days of Activism. Over 6,000 GBV cases recorded in Nigeria in 2024.
Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, champions technology as essential for national progress, highlighting digital reforms in passport processing and border security.
Industry leaders Adeyinka Adedokun and Olubayo Adekambi stress the need for integrated systems and strategic tech adoption to build a sustainable digital future for Africa.
Stakeholders emphasize minors' protection and national security balance in Nigeria's Digital Rights Bill discourse at Lagos retreat. Learn how this legislation will shape Nigeria's digital future.