A religious group has called for the inclusion of religious group to contribute to ethical voices for balancing of languages that promote tolerance and inclusiveness for the implementation of ethical AI principles in Nigeria. The Group, the Nigerian Religoius Coalition on Artificial Intelligence are also considering the support of the National Information Technology Development Agency […]
Read MoreIdenty.io, a biometric authentication technology company specializing in secure, mobile-first identity verification, announced today its expansion plans for Africa. This expansion will enhance Identy.io’s service offerings in key markets on the continent, including Kenya and Nigeria. To facilitate this growth, the company has appointed a regional leadership team to engage with key stakeholders across government, […]
Read MoreThe NDPC National Commissioner/CEO, Dr Vincent Olatunji has ordered an immediate investigation of the data processing activities of Temu which may be in violation of the NDP Act. A statement by the Head, Legal, Enforcement and Regulations, Mr Babatunde Bamigboye, said that the investigation of Temu was triggered by concerns around online surveillance through personal […]
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Dangote Group has signed a $400 million construction equipment agreement with XCMG Construction Machinery Co., Ltd., one of China’s leading manufacturers of construction machinery, in a move set to accelerate the expansion of the Dangote Petroleum Refinery & Petrochemicals from 650,000 barrels per day to 1.4 million barrels per day, positioning it to become the […]
Read MoreMEXC, the world’s digital asset exchange and a pioneer of true zero-fee trading, released its February Proof of Reserve report, confirming that all major assets maintained reserve ratios above 100%. BTC reserve coverage rose to 267%, demonstrating the platform’s continued commitment to transparency and user asset protection. The February report shows reserve ratios of 267% […]
Read MoreOperators of Rich Communication Services (RCS) will generate $3.1 billion globally from RCS for Business traffic in 2027; up from $1.2 billion in 2025, a report from Juniper Research reveals. RCS is a modern, internet-based messaging protocol that replaces traditional SMS/MMS with features similar to apps like WhatsApp, such as typing indicators, read receipts, high-resolution […]
Read MoreThe National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) and Wigwe University have held talks for a far‑reaching collaboration centred on artificial intelligence (AI) research, agricultural innovation and digital talent development. Both organisations had a high‑level engagement at the Nigerian capital city, Abuja. The discussions, led by Wigwe University Vice‑Chancellor Professor Marwan Al‑Akaidi and senior NITDA officials, […]
Read MoreNASCON Allied Industries Plc, otherwise known as Dangote Salt, has honoured 50 outstanding customers at its 2025 Customers Dinner and Awards Night attended by Africa’s foremost industrialist and President of Dangote Group, Aliko Dangote, and Vice President, Olakunle Alake. NASCON Allied Industries Plc, a subsidiary of Dangote Industries Limited, is a Nigerian company and manufacturer […]
Read MoreHong Kong-based, e-commerce-powered direct selling company, QNET is essentially focusing on markets where traditional employment is quite limited. The company today in a webinar for journalist across Africa with the theme: Setting the ‘Narrative for the Year Ahead’ revealed three areas of its business focus for the year, 2026 stating entrepreneurship as the first pillar […]
Read MoreEmerging Markets Telecommunication Services Limited (EMTS), operator of the T2 brand and formerly known as 9Mobile, yesterday paid a courtesy visit to the Advertising Regulatory Council of Nigeria (ARCON) to express gratitude for the Council’s role in resolving long-standing commercial disputes. The visit, led by Chief Operating Officer, EMTS, John Vasikaran, and other senior executives […]
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