Google launches Gemini Student Offer for Nigerian university, polytechnic and college students, providing free 12-month AI Plus subscription valued at N92,400 per student across 27 Sub-Saharan African countries.
Google offers Nigerian students 12 months of free Google AI Plus worth ₦92,400. Eligible students aged 18+ in accredited universities, polytechnics, and colleges can claim and renew.
Nigeria’s new Alphanumeric Postcode System launches October 1, 2026, giving every home a unique digital address. The GIS-enabled system aims to improve logistics, e-commerce, emergency response, and national planning, with integration into national identi
Microsoft warns Africa risks becoming a net consumer of AI technologies due to weak adoption, citing a lack of infrastructure, skills, and policy frameworks across the continent.
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YouTube is offering selected creators millions of dollars for exclusive content, intensifying competition with Netflix. This move could create major opportunities for Nigerian creators in the growing digital economy.
OPay's AML/CFT system uses AI, 5,000+ rules, and 10,000 risk profiles to block suspicious transactions, keeping its fraud rate below 0.001% and blocking over 1 million fake identities.
Fintribe has launched a mobile app designed to help African women save, learn, and build wealth through financial education and community support.
Standard Bank Group is considering acquiring a stake in Nigerian fintech OPay, which targets a $4 billion valuation in a US IPO. Talks are preliminary, and no deal is confirmed.
Nigerian music star Mr Eazi plans to list his tech company on NGX, aiming to let Nigerians own shares and benefit from its growth, according to a report.
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Christ Embassy founder Pastor Chris Oyakhilome unveiled Tsion electric vehicles, including Passion, Falcon, Vision Coupe, and OG series, at The New Economy Unveiling 2026, sparking mixed reactions online.
Nigeria's gambling regulation shifted to states after a 2024 Supreme Court ruling. By 2026, state-by-state licensing is emerging, and crypto live casinos like Shuffle are adapting. Legality now depends on location, and players must verify state rules.
Meta partners with Nigeria's Federal Ministry to launch AI Academy Nigeria, offering free AI training, a six-week bootcamp, and up to $5,000 in ad credits to top performers.
Myanmar topped the global list with 95 internet shutdowns in 2025, followed by India with 65, according to Statisense. Africa recorded 30 shutdowns across 15 countries, with Nigeria ranking 29th globally.
AI-driven rural electrification is transforming energy access in Nigeria, moving beyond megawatts to drive economic prosperity and sustainable development.
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The Federal Government launched the Digital Training Academy (DTA) on August 17, 2026, offering free online training in AI, cybersecurity, and more to 32,000 Nigerians aged 18+ via Coursera.
Standard Chartered Bank Nigeria and Junior Achievement Nigeria partner to train over 600 young Nigerians in digital and financial skills, boosting employability and entrepreneurship.
Digital Encode launched DEPAS AI, Nigeria's first autonomous access testing platform, to counter AI-driven cyber threats, as IBM reports AI-enabled breaches cost $6.04M on average.
TrustBanc CEO calls for AI-driven credit scoring for MSMEs and professional fintech certification to boost lending and sector credibility in Nigeria.
Nigeria's Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Bosun Tijani, has unveiled a National Digital Cloud Policy targeting $750 million in investments, aiming to boost local cloud adoption and digital sovereignty.
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Meta and the Federal Government have launched a free AI Academy for Nigerians, offering AI training, $5,000 grants, startup funding, Meta ad credits and an all-expenses-paid trip to Türkiye. Applications for the AI Startup Pitchathon close on August 21.
Nigeria's broadband speed rose 155% to 19.8Mbps, while fibre connections tripled to 25,000km, according to the NCC's latest report.
Africa's data centre demand could surge fivefold by 2030, requiring $20 billion in investment, according to a new report from Xalam Analytics.
The dollar strength cycle is entering a new phase, with the greenback expected to remain firm against major currencies. Traders should brace for volatility as the Fed's monetary policy and global economic conditions shape the cycle. According to analysts,
Meta and the Federal Government have launched an AI academy to train 5,000 Nigerian youths, with selected startups receiving $5,000 each in funding.
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Airtel Africa and Starlink launched the first commercial satellite-to-phone service in Africa on August 14, 2026, in the DRC, enabling compatible smartphones to connect directly to satellites without a dish, initially offering SMS and light-data apps.
Stablecoins could transform Africa's cross-border payments, but integration with local systems is crucial, says a new report.
NIRA announces plans to reduce .ng domain registration fees and implement stricter measures to protect Nigerian brands from cyber-squatting and abuse.
MTN launches One TV, a flexible streaming platform rivaling Netflix in Africa, as MultiChoice cuts seven DStv Premium channels amid shifting viewer habits.
Airtel and Starlink have launched satellite-to-phone service in the DRC, marking the first such deployment in Africa, aiming to bridge connectivity gaps in remote areas.
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AI-driven cyberattacks surged 56% in 2025, with average breach costs hitting $6.04 million, according to IBM's latest report.
