Girls Showcase Tech Solutions at CHAI-GESP Hackathon
Young women presented innovative tech solutions at a Lagos hackathon organized by CHAI and GESP, highlighting the importance of equipping girls with digital skills for national development.
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Agbonavbare Joins Truist Foundation Fellowship for AI Impact
Osaretin Agbonavbare, a Houston-based AI strategist, has been selected for the competitive Truist Foundation Fellowship. The program supports entrepreneurs advancing economic mobility in underserved U.S. communities through technology and leadership.
AI Crucial for Nigeria's Data Centers During Grid Collapses
Schneider Electric's Country President for Anglophone Africa, Ajibola Akindele, highlights artificial intelligence as vital for maintaining data center operations in Nigeria's unstable power environment, emphasizing energy optimization and sustainability.
NIGCOMSAT Accelerator 3.0 Drives Space Tech Growth
NIGCOMSAT unveils Accelerator Cohort 3.0 to strengthen Nigeria's space technology ecosystem and support local startups, featuring at the 2026 Nigerian Satellite Week in Abuja.
Top 5 Smartphones With Best Battery Life in 2026
Discover the top 5 smartphones with outstanding battery performance in 2026, based on real-world testing. Learn why battery life depends on more than just capacity and find reliable options for every budget.
Flutterwave CEO: Tinubu's UK Visit Boosts Tech and Trade
Flutterwave CEO Olugbenga Agboola praises President Tinubu's UK state visit as a pivotal moment for Nigeria's tech sector and global trade partnerships, highlighting discussions on regulatory alignment and the £8.1 billion trade corridor.
FUNAAB Graduate Uses AI to Create Convocation Photos
A Federal University of Agriculture Abeokuta graduate went viral after using ChatGPT to generate professional convocation photos, sparking reactions about AI's impact on traditional photography.
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PUBG MOBILE Version 4.3 Update for 8th Anniversary
PUBG MOBILE celebrates eight years with the Version 4.3 update, featuring new gameplay modes, global events, and collaborations with MrBeast and Jujutsu Kaisen.
African Startup Debt Financing Hits $1.2 Billion
Debt financing for African startups surged from under $300 million in 2021 to $1.2 billion in 2025, now accounting for 38% of total disclosed funding, with institutional investors driving the shift.
Nigerian Man's Life Changed by Tech Skill, Shares Story
A Nigerian man has gone viral after sharing how learning a specific tech skill dramatically improved his life, sparking inspiration among youths online.
Debsie Digital Learning Platform Transforms Education for Kids
Debsie, an innovative edtech platform, addresses the evolving needs of modern children by integrating structured courses, AI assistance, human tutors, and motivational systems to enhance learning outcomes and engagement.
Debsie Digital Learning: Meeting Modern Children's Educational Needs
Debsie is transforming education by offering a comprehensive digital learning platform that combines structured courses, AI assistance, human tutors, and motivational tools to address the evolving needs of modern children in a fast-paced world.
How to Use Gift Cards for Online Services in Nigeria
Learn how to use gift cards to pay for online services in Nigeria, including streaming, gaming, and e-commerce. Discover trusted platforms to buy gift cards and step-by-step payment instructions.
Meta, YouTube Found Liable for Addictive Design Harm
A Los Angeles jury found Meta and YouTube liable for harming a young woman through addictive platform design, awarding $6 million in damages. The verdict highlights negligence and risks to minors.
EU Accuses Adult Platforms of Failing to Protect Children
The European Commission has accused four major adult content platforms of insufficient safeguards for minors, potentially leading to hefty fines under the Digital Services Act. A separate investigation into Snapchat has also been launched over child safet
Meta, Google Pay $3M in Landmark Social Media Addiction Case
A Los Angeles jury found Meta and Google liable for a woman's social media addiction, ordering $3 million in damages. The case highlights design features like infinite feeds and autoplay.
FinTribe Trains Women to Close Gender Wealth Gap at IWD
FinTribe hosted a virtual training for over 5,000 women on International Women's Day 2026, focusing on mutual funds and investment strategies to reduce the gender wealth gap in Nigeria.
FinTribe Trains Women to Close Gender Wealth Gap at IWD 2026
FinTribe held a virtual training for over 5,000 women on mutual funds and investment strategies to address low female participation in Nigeria's capital markets, aligning with IWD 2026 themes.
Mobile Money Hits $2 Trillion in 2025, Doubling in Four Years
Global mobile money transactions surged to over $2 trillion in 2025, doubling from $1 trillion in just four years, with Sub-Saharan Africa leading in new accounts, according to GSMA's latest report.
Lagos Backs Africa Gaming Industry for Global Expansion
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu commits Lagos State to supporting Africa's gaming sector transformation into a structured, globally competitive ecosystem through policy and investment.
AI Crises Outpace Response, Erode Trust, Experts Warn
Stakeholders at a Lagos conference warn that AI-driven misinformation, deepfakes, and cyber threats are spreading faster than institutional responses, widening the gap between emerging digital risks and preparedness while eroding public trust.
IoT Tech Urged to Fight Water Pollution in Nigeria
Aderonke Okoya, a professor at OAU, calls for IoT adoption to monitor water quality, citing health risks from pollution and Nigeria's waste management challenges.
AI-Driven Energy Alternatives Urged for Nigeria's Power Crisis
Industry leaders in Nigeria's energy sector are pushing for the adoption of AI-driven Distributed Energy Resources to provide reliable, round-the-clock power, boost local economies, and address Africa's 600 million energy deficit.
Omniverse Africa Summit 3.0 to Boost Digital Infrastructure
The Omniverse Africa Summit 3.0 will convene in Lagos from June 2-5, 2026, focusing on enabling infrastructure for Africa's digital and creative economy. The event brings together policymakers, investors, and creatives to foster collaboration and innovati
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Women Lead West Africa's Digital Payments Growth at Visa
Female executives at Visa are transforming West Africa's financial landscape by driving digital payments adoption. Their work in strategy, partnerships, and product development is expanding economic access across Nigeria and the region.
Nigeria-Finland Sign Digitalization and Innovation Pact
Nigeria and Finland have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to enhance bilateral cooperation in digital government, cybersecurity, and innovation ecosystems, aiming to drive sustainable economic growth.
Abuja Tech Meetup Aims to Boost Developer Collaboration
Over 300 tech professionals gathered in Abuja for the inaugural Abuja Tech Meetup, focusing on collaboration to address isolation in Nigeria's innovation ecosystem. Organizers plan quarterly events with mentorship programs.
Middle East Crisis Disrupts Smartphone Supply Chains
Counterpoint Research warns that the US-Israel-Iran conflict poses logistics and cost risks to the smartphone industry, affecting air freight routes and operational resilience globally.
Vantage Markets Cashback Prime: $2 Per Lot on Gold, Oil, Bitcoin
Vantage Markets introduces Cashback Prime, offering up to $2 per $100,000 in trading volume on Gold, Oil, and Bitcoin CFDs for African traders through May 2026.
TECNO EllaClaw AI Agent Launches in Nigeria Soon
TECNO is introducing EllaClaw, a groundbreaking mobile AI agent powered by OpenClaw, designed to simplify digital tasks for Nigerian users through system-level integration and intuitive automation.
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