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.
Nigeria's First Unmanned Fuel Stations Unveiled by AA Rano
AA Rano Nigeria partners with Petrosoft to launch fully automated, 24-hour fuel stations in January 2026. The innovation promises efficiency but raises concerns over massive job losses in the retail sector. Read more.
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
Reclaiming Human Dignity in the Digital Age of Work
As algorithms and automation redefine labour, the core meaning of work erodes. Explore how Nigeria can reclaim agency, embed ethics, and safeguard decent work in a mechanised world. Act now to shape a human-centric future.
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.
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.
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.
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.
ANCOPSS Alarms Over Nigeria's Slow Digital Education
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.
Digital Assets Can Make Nigeria a Top-Tier Economy
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.
Ministers Announce Digital Education Transformation Plan
Education and Communications ministers reveal joint push for integrated digital learning ecosystem. Smart boards, zero-rated data for teachers, and nationwide connectivity planned.
Nigeria's $1tr Digital Economy Needs Collaboration
Ekiti State University Chancellor Dr Tunji Olowolafe calls for government, industry and academia collaboration to achieve Nigeria's trillion-dollar digital economy by 2030.
China Supports Nigeria's Port Modernisation Drive
China pledges technical support for Nigeria's port automation, offering expertise from 52 automated ports. Partnership includes maritime training and digital infrastructure development.
AI Industry Faces Critical Turning Point in 2026
After three years of rapid growth, the AI industry enters 2026 with bubble concerns and job automation fears. Global spending expected to exceed $2 trillion. Read more about the future of artificial intelligence.
Innovation Key for Nigeria's Sustainable Digital Ecosystem
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.
Digital Rights Bill: Stakeholders Focus on Minors' Protection
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.
AIG Foundation Launches Digital Training for Civil Service
Aig-Imoukhuede Foundation partners with Federal Government to equip civil servants with digital skills for improved public service delivery. Learn how this initiative transforms governance.
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