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FG opens digital academy, selects 16,000 Nigerians for first cohort
The Federal Government has launched a Digital Training Academy, selecting 16,000 Nigerians for its first cohort to provide free, globally recognised digita Read More:…
Nigeria, B/Faso to deepen trade, investment ties
Nigeria and Burkina Faso have moved to deepen economic relations, targeting increased trade, investment, transportation, manufacturing, logistics and digital-economy cooperation. Nigeria’s Ambassador to Burkina Faso,…
How to clean up your digital footprint before applying for competitive remote roles
Applying for a competitive remote job? Discover practical ways to clean up your digital footprint and make a positive impression on recruiters. The post How to clean up your digital footprint before applying for…
NCC flags high device costs, inaccessible tech as digital inclusion barriers
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has identified high device and connectivity costs, inaccessible digital products and inadequate digital skills as major barriers preventing persons with disabilities from…
Find out more as Nigeria goes digital as millions embrace mobile payments, fintech and online services
Nigeria's digital economy is transforming everyday life as millions embrace mobile internet, digital payments, fintech platforms and online services.
UK-backed digital hub opens in Ogun community
A new UK-backed digital hub in Ogun State opens in Siun to provide affordable internet, digital skills, and economic opportunities for the community. Read More:…
Nigeria must lay 80km of fibre daily to meet 2030 digital economy goal
Nigeria will have to sustain one of Africa’s fastest digital infrastructure construction programmes by laying up to 90 kilometres of read more Nigeria must lay 80km of fibre daily to meet 2030 digital economy goal
Digital Parks Africa enters Nigeria’s data centre race with Lagos facility
Digital Parks Africa (DPA), the data centre business associated with Master Power Technologies Group, is expanding into West Africa with plans to develop a new carrier-neutral data centre in Lagos. The post Digital…
Flutterwave Offers Seamless Digital Participation in Dangote IPO
Flutterwave, Africa’s leading payments technology company, is enabling Nigerians at home and abroad to participate in the initial public offering (IPO) of Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals, providing digital…
FG launches zero-rated education platforms initiative to expand digital learning
The Federal Government has launched the Zero-Rated Access to Education Platforms initiative to expand access to digital learning resources for students across Nigeria. The post FG launches zero-rated education platforms…
Abia prepares teachers to use digital tools in new high-tech schools
The News Agency of Nigeria reports that the exercise focuses on equipping teachers with skills for technology-driven and student-centred learning. The post Abia prepares teachers to use digital tools in new high-tech…
Flutterwave offers seamless digital participation in Dangote IPO
Flutterwave, Africa’s leading payments technology company, is enabling Nigerians at home and abroad to participate in the initial public offering (IPO) of Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals, providing digital…
Dangote Refinery IPO is Nigeria’s first fully digital retail offer — Vetiva Capital
The Dangote Petroleum Refinery Initial Public Offer (IPO) will be the first public offer in Nigeria that retail investors can subscribe to entirely through digital channels, the Chief Executive Officer of Vetiva Capital…
Zamfara AGILE trains 140 teachers in digital skills
The Zamfara State Adolescent Girls Initiative for Learning and Empowerment (AGILE) project has commenced a five-day digital skills training for 140 teachers from 70 schools across the state. The training, which began…
Remita Approved As Digital Application Channel for Landmark Dangote IPO
Remita has been approved by the Nigerian Exchange (NGX) as an electronic application channel for the Dangote Initial Public Offering (IPO), enabling eligible investors to subscribe digitally through its platform.
Adamawa Digital Academy To Train 10,000 Students
The Adamawa State Government is set to launch a major digital skills initiative aimed at equipping more than 10,000 young people with practical technology skills and preparing them for opportunities in the modern…
Youths get AI, digital training to create jobs
An NGO provides AI training in Nigeria to equip youths with digital skills, aiming to create jobs and tackle unemployment in a changing workforce. Read More:…
LASG begins free digital skills training for youths
The Lagos State Government has commenced a free digital skills training programme for youths in Badagry and Ikorodu, covering AI, IT, and entrepreneurship. Read More:…
AI, Digital Tools Reshape How Small Businesses Reach Customers
Nigerian small businesses are increasingly turning to digital messaging platforms and artificial intelligence (AI) to manage customer enquiries, showcase products and convert conversations into sales, highlighting the…
From Trading to Everyday Utility: How Crypto Platforms Are Expanding Their Role in Digital Finance
For years, cryptocurrency platforms have largely been associated with buying, selling and holding digital assets. But as the industry matures, the conversation is beginning to move beyond trading towards a more…
FG, NYSC partner on digital integration to end certificate racketeering
The Federal Government is partnering with NYSC on digital integration to end certificate racketeering and strengthen qualification verification for graduat Read More:…
Nigeria Links Data Sovereignty, AI To Fresh Digital Infrastructure Investment
Nigeria is seeking to convert its digital policies and data-sovereignty requirements into investable opportunities for private capital through its National Cloud Infrastructure Strategy, the Director-General of the…
Lagos launches Eko Digital Training for Youths
— Flags off Badagry, Ikorodu programmes By Olasunkanmi Akoni LAGOS — The Lagos State Government, through the Ministry of Tertiary Education, has launched the Eko Digital Training initiative to equip youths in the…
Yobe trains 800 media actors on digital communication
Yobe State government has commenced the training of 800 media actors on digital communication to improve grassroots engagement, counter misinformation, and strengthen interaction between the government and citizens. The…
Africa’s savings, digital payments rise as deposits hit $156.3bn
Rising savings, stronger electronic payments and growing cross-border transactions are pointing to increased economic activity across Africa, with deposits at read more Africa’s savings, digital payments rise as…
Flutterwave Enables Digital Payments For Dangote Refinery IPO
Flutterwave has announced that it is providing digital payment infrastructure to enable Nigerians in the country and abroad to participate in the initial public offering of Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals.…
NESG, NITDA, others seek coordinated digital reforms to boost Nigeria’s economy
The Nigerian Economic Summit Group (NESG), in collaboration with the Federal Ministry of Budget and Economic Planning, has called for coordinated reforms, investment in digital infrastructure and stronger technology…
NACCIMA, NITDA sign digital economy pact
A digital economy pact has been sealed between the Nigerian Association of Chambers of Commerce, Industry, Mines and Agriculture (NACCIMA) and the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA). A statement…
FG digitises academic certificate evaluation, authentication process
The Federal Ministry of Education has announced the full automation of academic certificate evaluation and authentication, eliminating the need for applicants to visit the ministry physically. The post FG digitises…
When the app meets an analogue economy: What Uber’s exit should make Nigeria ask (1), By Dipo Baruwa
The deeper issue is that Nigeria is more digitally connected than digitally organised. We have acquired the applications and embraced the devices, but we have not built all the physical, institutional and information…
UK Backs Rural Digital Revolution With Community Hub in Ogun
Michael Olugbode in Abuja The United Kingdom has intensified its push to bridge Nigeria’s widening digital divide with the inauguration of a community-owned connectivity hub in Siun, Obafemi Owode Local
YEDI Empowers 150 Youths on Digital, Software Skills
Oluchi Chibuzor The Youth Development and Empowerment Initiative (YEDI) has empowered about 150 youths with digital and soft skills aimed at teaching those with economic talents that they can further
FG’s digital reforms will strengthen education integrity, end certificate racketeering — Alausa
The Federal Government has intensified the digital transformation of Nigeria’s education system as part of efforts to strengthen the integrity of academic qualifications, curb certificate racketeering, and ensure that…
ICTN’s Ex-President Tasks SMES on Embracing Digital Tax Compliance
Dike Onwuamaeze The immediate past President of the Chartered Institute of Taxation of Nigeria (CITN), Mr. Samuel Agbeluyi, has advised Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) to embrace digital compliance under
TETFund moves to revolutionise tertiary education with strong digital infrastructure base
The Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) is intensifying efforts to transform Nigeria’s tertiary education system through massive investments in infrastructure, digital technology, and modern learning facilities,…
YEDI Empowers 150 Youths on Digital, Textile Skills
Oluchi Chibuzor The Youth Development and Empowerment Initiative (YEDI), has empowered about 150 youths with digital and textile making skills aimed at teaching them talents they can further develop their career on.…
Zamfara gov’t overhauls healthcare delivery system, begins digitisation of general hospitals
In a grand move to deepen transparency and improve healthcare service delivery, the Zamfara State Government has digitised the General Hospital Gusau as a first step of automating all general hospitals in the state. The…
SpaceTrade boosts digital assets accessibility
A digital asset firm, SpaceTrade has expanded its platform aimed at deepening cryptocurrency accessible, practical and relevant to everyday users. The firm stated that it is reducing the barrier and providing users with…
Mastercard and Busha Bring Trusted and Simpler Digital Asset Transfers to Nigeria
Mastercard has partnered with Busha, a pan-African digital asset exchange,...
C’River Offers Laid-Off LG Applicants New Digital Recruitment Window
The Cross River State Government has opened a new opportunity for thousands of job seekers affected by the cancellation of the 2024/2025 Local Government recruitment, announcing plans to launch a digital recruitment…