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.
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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.
NSA Issues Emergency Yuletide Security Alert to Governors
Nigeria's National Security Adviser issues urgent security alert for the 2025 festive season, prompting nationwide deployments and coordinated responses from state governors and police commands.
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.
Buni Orders Tight Security for Yuletide in Yobe
Yobe State Governor Mai Mala Buni mandates police and security agencies to scale up operations to ensure public safety during Christmas and New Year celebrations across the state.
LSSTF Boss Urges Innovation to Tackle Lagos Security
Lagos State Security Trust Fund's new CEO, Dr. Ayo Ogunsan, outlines a modern, collaborative strategy for tackling security challenges, including public donations and a major town hall meeting on December 11.
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.
2,300 Stowaways Annually at Nigerian Ports
The Shipping Association of Nigeria reports 2,300 security breaches by stowaways yearly, costing firms $2,000 per case. Port security agencies dispute the figures. Read more.
Kefas, Kalu Lead Security Delegation to Cameroon
Taraba Governor Agbu Kefas leads a strategic security mission to Cameroon with Senators Kalu and Abdullahi to strengthen border cooperation against terrorism and crime. Details emerge.
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.
CBN's New 72-Hour Rule for Reporting Fraudulent Transfers
The Central Bank of Nigeria's new draft guidelines mandate a 72-hour window for reporting suspicious transfers to qualify for refunds. Learn what this means for your digital banking security.
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.
Food Bank Targets 40m Nigerians in Hunger Intervention
MATAN Food Bank launches an automated digital initiative to provide direct food access for over 40 million Nigerians, backed by the House of Representatives. Read how this plan tackles the nation's food crisis.
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.
Enugu Boosts Security with Drones, Patrol Vans
Governor Peter Mbah launches hi-tech drones, bulletproof gear, and patrol vehicles to make Enugu the safest state in Nigeria. See the full security upgrade details.
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.
OPay bags double honours for organisational excellence
OPay, Nigeria's top fintech firm, secures two major awards for financial crime prevention and governance, reinforcing its commitment to a secure digital finance ecosystem for millions.
National Assembly Declares Security Crisis, Seeks Death Penalty
Nigerian lawmakers declare security system near collapse, demand death penalty for kidnappers and sweeping security reforms amid escalating nationwide attacks.
Tunji-Ojo: Tech Drives National Success
Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, champions technology as essential for national progress, highlighting digital reforms in passport processing and border security.
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.
Northern Governors Security Meeting on November 29
Northern Nigeria's 19 governors schedule crucial security meeting with traditional rulers in Kaduna to address escalating attacks and kidnappings. Citizens urged to support security agencies.
Nigeria, Tech Giants Remove 28M Fraud Accounts
Federal Government collaboration with Google, LinkedIn, TikTok results in removal of 28 million Nigerian accounts and 58.9 million contents in anti-fraud campaign. Learn about the digital security partnership.
Nigerian lawmakers investigate rising POS fraud cases
House of Representatives investigates escalating POS fraud reaching N52.26bn. Committee reveals security breaches, cloned terminals, and urgent need for regulatory framework. #POSFraud #FinancialSecurity
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