Nigerian social media expert TheBeckyJoe plans to break a Guinness World Record by teaching over 3,000 people how to earn money online. Her mission: turn smartphones into income tools for young Africans.
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.
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.
PIND Foundation invests N113 million to modernise 14 TVET centres across the Niger Delta, aiming to directly train over 10,000 youths with industry-relevant skills by February 2026.
Push Africa partners with AUST to train and empower millions with industry skills. Over 100 healthcare assistants graduate in Abuja, marking a step towards reducing unemployment.
The Nkata Ndi Inyom Igbo Foundation highlights digital literacy and funding as key to empowering women and youth in tech and agribusiness. Experts call for action to meet Nigeria's 70% digital literacy target by 2027.
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 disburses first payments to over 42,000 youth under the TVET Initiative, providing N22,500 monthly stipends and funding 600 vocational centres nationwide. Read more.
Governor Umo Eno approves over N1.6 billion in transport refunds for civil service CBT applicants. 12,000 candidates proceed to oral interviews in 2026. Read the full details.
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 Federal Government has started paying monthly stipends to over 42,000 students under the TVET initiative. Learn how this program supports skills acquisition and economic growth.
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.
Isaac Balami University of Aeronautics signs MoU with Auxano Aviation for 30 Jabiru J430 planes to expand pilot training capacity. Delivery starts this December.
Learn what microaggressions are, why they matter in Nigerian society, and get a 5-step guide on how to address them effectively in everyday conversations to foster respect.
IBUAM signs MoU with Auxano Aviation for 30 Jabiru aircraft to boost pilot training. Minister Festus Keyamo hails the deal at the Nigeria International Airshow. Full delivery expected by 2027.
Education stakeholders at the EWAN 2025 summit call for a national shift towards skill-based learning to curb exam malpractice and drive development. Read the full report.
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 Adunni Save A Girl Foundation held its inaugural Girl Child Summit in Lagos, focusing on leadership and empowerment for young women. Read about the key insights and calls to action from the event.
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.
Senate Leader Opeyemi Bamidele told 8,000 YABATECH graduates that digital skills are key to tackling unemployment. He highlighted new tech laws and called for curriculum reforms.
Egbe-Idimu LCDA Chairman Idris Balogun empowers 500 skills acquisition graduates with tools and N100,000 cash each, marking 100 days of 'Renewed Hope Agenda'.
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.
Hercode Initiative calls on Nigerian government to prioritize digital skills training for girls as strategic tool against gender-based violence. Learn how tech education reduces vulnerability.
Google.org commits N3 billion to advance Nigeria's digital transformation through AI talent development and cybersecurity training. Learn how this initiative creates job opportunities.
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.