Category : Artificial Intelligence


Nigeria Smartphone Boom at Risk Over 2026 Shipment Decline

Africa's smartphone market grew 13% in 2025, but shipments are forecast to fall 25% in 2026 due to soaring costs. Nigeria's heavy reliance on entry-level devices makes it vulnerable to price hikes, threatening digital inclusion.

Google's 'Find the Look' Feature Debuts in Nigeria

Google introduces an upgraded Circle to Search with 'Find the Look' in Nigeria, powered by Gemini 3 AI, enabling Android users to search entire outfits and multiple items simultaneously from images.

Pope Bans AI Sermons, Says It Can't Share Faith

Pope Leo XIV has prohibited Catholic priests from using artificial intelligence to write homilies, arguing AI can never truly share faith or speak to God. He emphasized personal connection and real-life experience in ministry.

Samsung Bixby AI Upgrade in One UI 8.5 Beta

Samsung is significantly upgrading Bixby with AI-powered natural language processing and real-time web search capabilities in the One UI 8.5 Beta, marking a strategic shift in its voice assistant development.

UNN Student Invents AI Device to Predict Road Accidents

A 20-year-old University of Nigeria, Nsukka student, Chidiebere Oguejiofor, has developed an AI-powered pre-accident detection system to monitor driver behavior and environmental hazards, aiming to reduce road fatalities in Nigeria.

ARCON Vetting Rules Squeeze Nigerian Businesses and Influencers

Nine months after ARCON tightened advertising vetting rules, businesses and influencers face delays, costs, and uncertainty. While aimed at curbing scams, the policy raises questions about enforcement effectiveness and stifles digital market agility.

EU Grants €22M for Nigeria's 90,000km Fibre Project

The European Union has approved a €22 million grant to support Nigeria's Project BRIDGE, a nationwide fibre-optic expansion initiative. The funding will complement an €86 million EBRD loan and expected support from World Bank and AfDB.

FG Launches 2026 National Girls in ICT Competition

The Federal Ministry of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy has opened applications for the 2026 National Girls in ICT Competition, targeting girls aged 10-16 nationwide to develop tech solutions and win prizes.

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