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Technology · Nairametrics ·Seamfix, Federal Government and CFN sign agreement to launch National Digital Identity Infrastructure for Nigeria’s Cooperative Sector
Seamfix, the Federal Government and the Cooperative Federation of Nigeria have signed an agreement to launch a national digital identity infrastructure for Nigeria’s cooperative sector, marking a formal step toward building identity systems tailored to cooperative societies and their members across the country.
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Technology · BusinessDay ·Beyond responsible AI: The case for defensible AI
The report examines a shift from broad responsible AI principles toward defensible AI, focusing on how organisations can better justify, protect and manage their artificial intelligence systems as scrutiny, risk and accountability demands around AI continue to grow.
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Technology · Leadership News ·
Federal Govt Sets Up Committee On Civil Service Digitalisation
The Federal Government has established a committee to work on the digitalisation of the civil service, signalling an official step toward modernising administrative processes and public sector operations. The move indicates plans to coordinate how technology will be introduced or expanded across government service structures.
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Technology · Nairametrics ·
Meta, FG launch AI academy with $5,000 funding for Nigerian startups
Meta and the Federal Government have launched an AI academy aimed at supporting Nigerian startups, with a $5,000 funding component attached. The initiative suggests a joint effort to promote artificial intelligence skills, innovation, and early-stage business development in Nigeria’s tech ecosystem.
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Technology · BusinessDay ·NCDMB urges operators to adopt domestic tech as maiden Innovation Challenge concludes
The Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board called on industry operators to embrace locally developed technology following the conclusion of its first Innovation Challenge, signalling continued efforts to promote domestic innovation and strengthen the role of homegrown solutions in the sector.
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Technology · Nigerian Tribune ·NLNG, NCDMB expand Nigeria’s indigenous research, tech capacity
NLNG and the Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board are expanding support for indigenous research and technological capacity in Nigeria, signalling a broader effort to strengthen local innovation, skills development and home-grown technical capabilities across relevant sectors.
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Technology · Daily Trust ·
Nigeria steps up production of armoured vehicles, anti-drone systems
Nigeria is increasing domestic production of armoured vehicles and anti-drone systems, signalling a stronger focus on local defence manufacturing and security technology. The move points to efforts to expand military equipment capacity within the country and reduce reliance on external supply.
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Technology · Daily Trust ·
60 young innovators to compete in NASENI hackathon
Sixty young innovators are set to take part in a NASENI hackathon, where they will compete by presenting ideas or solutions. The event highlights youth participation in innovation and technology-driven problem solving under the agency’s platform.
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Technology · Leadership News ·
NASENI To Begin FutureMakers Virtual Hackathon, Pitch Sessions
NASENI is set to commence the FutureMakers virtual hackathon and associated pitch sessions, signalling the start of a programme focused on innovation and idea presentation. The event is expected to involve participants showcasing solutions and concepts through an online format.
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Technology · Nigerian Tribune ·Human mind trumps AI
The headline indicates a report or commentary arguing that human intelligence outperforms artificial intelligence in a specific context, suggesting a focus on the limits of AI and the continuing importance of human reasoning, creativity or judgement. Further details are not clear from the headline alone.
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Technology · ThisDay ·
NASENI Kicks-off FutureMakers Hackathon for 60 Young Innovators- Winners to receive ₦1.5m, ₦1m and ₦500,000 zone prizes
NASENI has launched the FutureMakers Hackathon for 60 young innovators, with winners set to receive zone prizes of ₦1.5 million, ₦1 million and ₦500,000. The initiative centres on innovation and youth participation, with cash rewards attached to top entries across the zones.
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Technology · ThisDay ·
Saraki Says Suphi’s ICT Centre Will Unlock Bauchi Youths’ Global Opportunities
Saraki said Suphi’s ICT Centre is expected to expand access to digital skills and technology opportunities for young people in Bauchi. He indicated that the facility could help position Bauchi youths to engage more competitively in the global digital economy.
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Technology · ThisDay ·
FATE Foundation, AIMS to Implement $1.1M Google.org AI Upskilling Programme
FATE Foundation and the African Institute for Mathematical Sciences are set to implement a 1.1 million dollar Google.org-funded artificial intelligence upskilling programme, signalling a partnership focused on expanding AI-related training and capacity building for participants through the initiative.
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Technology · ThisDay ·
HoS Inaugurates Technical Working Committee on Digital Transformation Agenda
The Head of Service has inaugurated a technical working committee to drive a digital transformation agenda, signalling the start of a structured effort to support planning, coordination and implementation around digital reforms within the relevant public sector framework.
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Technology · ThisDay ·
Nigeria Ramps Up Local Production of Armoured Vehicles, Anti-Drone Systems, Says DICON-D7G
Nigeria is increasing local production of armoured vehicles and anti-drone systems, according to DICON-D7G. The headline indicates a push to strengthen domestic defence manufacturing capacity and expand homegrown military equipment development within the country.
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Technology · ThisDay ·
Airtel Launches Starlink Mobile in Africa
Airtel has launched Starlink Mobile services in Africa, marking a new move in the continent’s telecommunications and satellite connectivity space. The development indicates an expansion of mobile network offerings through Starlink-linked technology across African markets.
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Technology · The Punch ·Nigeria targets local production of military hardware, anti-drone systems
Nigeria is aiming to develop local production capacity for military hardware, including anti-drone systems, as part of efforts to strengthen domestic defence capabilities and reduce reliance on foreign supplies for critical security equipment.
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Technology · The Punch ·
FG, Seamfix partner to digitise cooperative sector
The Federal Government and Seamfix have partnered to digitise Nigeria’s cooperative sector, indicating plans to use digital systems to improve operations, records and access within the space. The move points to a broader push for technology-driven administration and service delivery.
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Technology · The Punch ·
FRC tasks auditors, regulators on responsible AI use
The Financial Reporting Council has called on auditors and regulators to promote the responsible use of artificial intelligence, signalling a focus on oversight, accountability and professional standards as AI becomes more widely adopted in audit and regulatory processes.
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Technology · The Punch ·
FG targets mid-2027 to connect all riverine communities to telecoms
The Federal Government is aiming to ensure all riverine communities in Nigeria are connected to telecommunications services by the middle of 2027, signalling a timeline for expanding network access to hard-to-reach areas and improving communication infrastructure in underserved communities.
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