UK Drops Mandatory Digital ID Plan for Workers
The UK government reverses its controversial policy requiring a mandatory digital ID to work. Get the full details on the U-turn and what it means for Nigerians in the UK.
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UK Drops Mandatory Digital ID Card for Work
The UK government has reversed its plan to make a digital ID card mandatory for employment. Finance Minister Rachel Reeves confirmed the policy shift, a major U-turn for the Labour administration. Read the full details.
Doctor: Too Much Sugar Puts Children's Hearts at Risk
A Gombe cardiologist warns parents about sugary drinks in school lunches, linking them to future heart disease, hypertension, and diabetes in children. Learn how to protect your child's health.
FG Committee to Empower 1 Million with Digital Skills
The Federal Government has inaugurated a Joint Implementation Committee to oversee the training of one million Nigerians in digital skills, aiming for 95% digital literacy by 2030. Read more.
1 Million Nigerians to Get Digital Skills Training
Nigeria's Federal Government inaugurates a committee to train and certify one million citizens in digital literacy and emerging tech, targeting 95% digital literacy by 2030. Read more.
5 Children Killed in Maiduguri Wall Collapse
A tragic wall collapse in Maiduguri's Bulumkutu community has claimed the lives of five children. Police confirm investigation is ongoing. Read the full report and safety warnings.
Five Children Killed in Borno Fence Collapse
A tragic fence collapse in Maiduguri's Bulumkutu area has claimed the lives of five children. Police confirm investigation is ongoing. Read more for details and safety warnings.
FG, Wema Bank Launch Digital Skills Scheme for Youths
The Federal Government and Wema Bank have opened applications for the FGN-ALAT Digital Skillnovation Programme. This nationwide initiative aims to equip young Nigerians with future-ready digital and entrepreneurial skills. Apply now to transform your care
Doctors, Educators Sound Alarm on Children's Health, Education
Medical and education stakeholders in Lagos highlight the urgent impact of national insecurity on children's mental and physical wellness, calling for government intervention. Read their crucial recommendations.
Nigeria to Lead Africa's Digital Economy Accelerator
Nigeria will spearhead a new Africa Digital Economy Accelerator Initiative, following a key UN agreement. NITDA to coordinate national efforts for digital inclusion and infrastructure.
Last-Mile Hurdles Rob Rural Nigeria of Digital Economy
Despite billions invested in fibre, Nigeria's rural communities remain disconnected. Explore how the last-mile gap cripples farmers, healthcare, and education, widening the national digital divide.
How Nigerian Children Live: Stark Contrasts in Childhood
Explore the dual realities of Nigerian childhood, from affluent urban life to rural poverty. Learn about the 54% in multidimensional poverty and 14.8 million out-of-school children. Discover the facts.
FirstBank CEO Explains Digital Innovation Drive
FirstBank CEO Olusegun Alebiosu unveils a 24/7 Digital Xperience Centre at UNIBEN, enhancing customer flexibility and financial inclusion without job losses. Discover the future of banking.
Nigeria Misses 2025 Broadband Target, New Plan in Works
Nigeria falls short of its 70% broadband penetration goal for 2025, reaching only 50.58%. The NCC confirms a new five-year plan is underway, focusing on satellite technology to bridge the digital divide. Read more.
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.
Water Ministry Goes Paperless with 1GOV Digital System
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.
10 Safety Tips for a Secure Nigerian Holiday
Navigate Nigeria's festive season safely with these 10 crucial tips covering travel, home security, and financial safety. Stay prepared and enjoy the celebrations without stress.
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.
Kate Henshaw: Set boundaries on kids' phone use
Nollywood star Kate Henshaw calls for strict limits on children's screen time and social media to protect focus and real relationships. Learn her advice for parents.
Digital Violence Silences Women with Disabilities
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.
4 Children Killed in Borno IED Explosion
A tragic IED explosion in Banki, Borno State, has claimed the lives of four children. A 12-year-old boy is injured. Police warn against handling suspicious objects. Read more.
FG Unveils Digital Farmers Registry for Food Security
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.
Executives: Data Discipline Unlocks Digital Revenue in Nigeria
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.
Masked Man Found in School Compound, Arrested
A Nigerian mother shares a chilling TikTok video after a masked man was discovered inside her children's school early in the morning. Pupils raised the alarm, leading to his arrest. Read the full story and netizens' reactions.
Bamidele Urges Graduates to Embrace Digital Skills for Jobs
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 ranks 97th in global digital quality of life index
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.
Ireland Probes TikTok, LinkedIn Over EU Content Rules
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.
YouTube Slams Australia's Social Media Ban for Under-16s
YouTube attacks Australia's world-first social media ban for under-16s, calling it 'rushed' and warning it will make children less safe online. Read the full details and implications.
FG Launches Device Credit for 15,000 Nigerians
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.
Rise in covert surveillance apps worries experts
Tech specialists warn Nigerian youth about dangerous surveillance apps trend. Learn how to protect your digital privacy and rights in relationships.
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