Nigerians Hit New Data Record: 1.5M TB in May
Nigerians consumed 1.5 million terabytes of data in May 2026, a new record, according to the NCC. This marks a 25% increase from April, driven by streaming and remote work.
Category : Internet
Google One Price Hike Hits Nigeria: 55.3% Increase
Google increases Google One 100GB plan in Nigeria from N1,900 to N2,950 monthly, a 55.3% rise, effective September 9, 2026. Subscribers face automatic charges unless canceled.
Nigeria's EV Infrastructure Race: Beyond the Chargers
Nigeria is racing to build EV infrastructure beyond charging stations, including battery swapping, local assembly, and renewable energy integration, as adoption grows.
Love Tops Nigeria’s 2026 Most Searched Word Definitions
Love was Nigeria’s most searched word definition in 2026 with 61,800 monthly queries, followed by biology, introvert, and narcissist, according to Google Trends analysis by Unscramblerer.com.
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WhatsApp launches five new calling features including web voice/video calls, call transfer between devices, waiting rooms for group calls, HD video, and noise suppression.
Russia Restricts WhatsApp Calls Amid Global Crackdown Trend
Russia has restricted WhatsApp calls, accusing Meta of refusing to share fraud and terrorism data, joining a list of countries that have partially or fully banned the messaging app.
20+ Countries Pass Social Media Laws in 2026
More than 20 countries across six regions have enacted or proposed social media laws focusing on child protection, government employee conduct, and platform accountability in 2026.
Complete List of YouTube Banned Countries 2026
China, North Korea, Iran, and Russia have banned YouTube as of 2026. Russia completed its total block in February 2026 after years of restrictions, citing censorship and political control.
WhatsApp Username Feature: Contact Without Phone Number
WhatsApp rolls out a username feature allowing users to start conversations without sharing phone numbers. Learn how to find and message contacts using exact usernames and optional username keys.
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NBC launches FreeTV mobile app for Android and iPhone, offering over 100 free channels to Nigerians at home and abroad, with satellite decoders still available for rural areas.
Man Recovers Money After Mistakenly Buying 300GB Data
A Nigerian man who mistakenly sent 300GB data to another line recovered his money by contacting Airtel customer care, who reversed the transaction as airtime.
Why Nigerian Mobile Data Finishes Faster: NCC Explains
Nigerians complain of fast data depletion despite unchanged usage. NCC attributes it to auto-updates, faster networks, and video streaming, advising users to disable background data and use data-saving modes.
New IXPN Internet Exchange Point Activated in Lagos by Digital Realty
Digital Realty has launched a new Internet exchange point for IXPN at its Lekki data centre, boosting Nigeria's digital infrastructure and connectivity across West Africa.
Iran Warns Citizens Defying Internet Blackout Amid Strikes
Iran's internet connectivity has plummeted to just 1% of normal levels following air strikes, with citizens receiving threats of legal action for using VPNs to bypass restrictions, severely disrupting daily life and communication.
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NBS data reveals Nigeria's internet user distribution with Lagos dominating at 17.5 million subscribers, followed by Kano and Ogun states. Quarterly and yearly trends show mixed growth patterns across states.
Russia Blocks WhatsApp, Directs Users to State-Backed Max App
Russia has officially blocked WhatsApp, citing legal violations, and is directing citizens to use the state-developed Max app. This follows restrictions on Telegram as part of a broader crackdown on foreign digital platforms.
Wikipedia at 25: Celebrates with Docuseries and Nigerian Story
Wikipedia celebrates its 25th anniversary, launching a video docuseries and highlighting Nigerian contributor Goodness Ignatius. Discover how the human-powered encyclopedia shapes the AI era.
Starlink Provides Free Internet to Iranian Protesters
Elon Musk's Starlink reportedly offers free satellite internet in Iran, helping activists bypass government blackouts and share footage of the violent crackdown. Read the full story.
Iran Internet Shutdown Enters 4th Day Amid Protests
Iran's nationwide internet blackout surpasses 84 hours, hiding a deadly crackdown on anti-government protesters. Global solidarity rallies demand action. Read more.
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Google is rolling out a feature allowing users to change their @gmail.com address for the first time. Learn how it works, its limits, and how to check if you have access.
Gmail Users Can Now Change Their Email Address
Google has introduced a long-awaited feature allowing users to change their @gmail.com address while keeping all data. The global rollout appears to have started in India.
Buhari, Akpoti-Uduaghan Lead 2025 Google Searches in Nigeria
Google's 2025 Year in Search reveals Nigeria's top trends: Buhari's legacy, Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan's rise, and the Lababu toy craze. See what captivated the nation!
Cloudflare outage disrupts global internet services
Major Cloudflare outage on November 18, 2025 caused worldwide internet disruption. Learn about this and 5 other major internet failures that paralyzed global digital services.
Global Internet Disruption Hits Major Services
Widespread internet outage caused by Cloudflare glitch affects X, ChatGPT, banking services globally. Technical issues persist for hours before gradual fix implementation.
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A major Cloudflare outage on 18 November 2025 disrupted popular platforms like X (Twitter), ChatGPT, and Bet365 across Nigeria. Learn the cause and impact of this widespread internet failure.
UN Vote to Prevent Internet Splintering - ICANN
ICANN warns against internet fragmentation as UN prepares December vote on global web governance. Nigeria's digital future depends on unified internet system.
Africa's Digital Economy to Hit $1.5T by 2030
New report reveals Africa's digital economy is set for explosive growth, creating massive opportunities for tech startups, investors, and job seekers across the continent.
Block Annoying Ads on Nigerian Movie Sites - Easy Guide
Discover easy methods to eliminate disruptive pop-ups and ads while watching movies online. Our guide shows Nigerian viewers how to enjoy uninterrupted streaming.
CDFIPB Recruitment Portal Hit by Technical Glitches
Technical issues plague CDFIPB recruitment portal as thousands of applicants struggle to complete registrations. Official confirms problems being addressed urgently.
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Leading Nigerian technology company announces strategic rebranding to Seequre, signaling new era of digital innovation and expanded service offerings across West Africa.
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