Technology

NDPC, Others Mulls Fresh Strategy to Tackle Online Child Safety, Seeks Stakeholders Support

The Federal Ministry of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, in collaboration with the Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC), convened a high-level stakeholder engagement on the protection of children online to discuss strategies for creating a safer digital environment for children in Nigeria. In his speech, the Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Dr ‘Bosun […]

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FinTech

Flutterwave Partners Tempo to Expand Payment Across Africa

Flutterwave has entered a strategic partnership with blockchain network Tempo to expand its stablecoin-based payment and settlement infrastructure across Africa. The collaboration will see Tempo integrated into Flutterwave’s Send App and Flutterwave for Business platforms, with the aim of improving cross-border payment efficiency for individuals and businesses. The partnership targets longstanding challenges in international money […]

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NITDA Boss Harps on Digital Infrastructure as Critical for Economic Growth, & Innovation

Digital infrastructure remains a critical enabler of economic growth, innovation, competitiveness, and national development. Director General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi, who made this known in the closing keynote panel session at the Datacloud Global Congress 2026 held in Cannes, France, disclosed that there was the need for increased […]

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Fidelity Bank Rejigs Fraud Detection Systems Leveraging on Machine Learning, Says Credit Assessment Data-Driven

Fidelity Bank has fraud detection systems that leverages machine learning to identify unusual patterns and prevent losses in real time thereby protecting customers’ fund. According to the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Fidelity Bank Plc, the bank has enhanced its credit assessment processes through data-driven models, which improve both accuracy and speed. Onyeali-Ikpe, […]

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Nigeria Targets 95% Financial Inclusion, as New Payment System Berths

The Central Bank of Nigeria has said it is implementing a reform targeting 95 per cent financial inclusion, and “faster-than-a-blink” digital transactions, bringing millions more market women, farmers, and young people into the formal financial system. Speaking during the launch of the Payments System Vision 2028 (PSV 2028) Monday, the CBN Governor, Olayemi Cardoso, noted […]

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Technology

Meta Now Demands Subscription from Users of Facebook, Instagram & WhatsApp

Meta has unveiled subscription plans for Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp. The Facebook Plus, Instagram Plus, and WhatsApp Plus plans are designed to provide subscribers with exclusive features and expanded AI capabilities. Paid users of both Instagram and Facebook are likely to get access to more Story Insights and profile customisation options. WhatsApp Plus could offer […]

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Respite Beckons for Mobile Phone Users as Cube Cover, SLOT Unveil Device Protection Solution

There is now respite for mobile phone users who had for long grabble with the cost of having to fix faulty device following the introduction of instant digital onboarding and automated device repair approvals across Slot stores nationwide The respite was from Cube Cover, a Tasala Insurance Broker Company, which launched of its groundbreaking device […]

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Lagos Set to Host Nigeria 2.0 Africa’s Boldest Web3 Conference,  Returns with Gala Night 

Southwest Nigeria most vibrant commercial city, Lagos is set to host Africa’s blockchain revolution, and as decentralized Nigeria, the continent’s most talked-about Web3 conference is returning for its second edition, and this time, the organisers are raising the bar with an awards and gala Nite. Decentralized Nigeria 2.0 is scheduled for August 15, 2026 and […]

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Coscharis Technologies, Huawei Unveil IdeaHub S3 Interactive Board in Nigeria.

Coscharis Technologies Limited, a leading Information Technology distribution company in the Sub-Saharan African market, in collaboration with Huawei, has officially launched the innovative Huawei IdeaHub S3 interactive board into the Nigerian market. The unveiling ceremony, which attracted top industry stakeholders, partners, and technology enthusiasts, was held at the prestigious Federal Palace Hotel, Lagos, in the […]

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NITDA DG Tasks MDAs on AI Adoption, Says AI Transformation Plan Seamless

National Information Technology Development Agency, said public institutions and organisations need to embrace Artificial Intelligence (AI) responsibly while prioritising human accountability, policy frameworks, and digital skills development. According to the Director General of the Kashifu Inuwa, the Agency has already begun implementing a comprehensive AI Transformation Plan designed to reposition the organisation for long-term institutional […]

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