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Technology · Leadership News ·
Sanwo-Olu’s Aide Pushes Digital Skills For Lagos Youths
An aide to Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State is advocating for the acquisition of digital skills among the youth population. This initiative aims to equip young residents with modern technological competencies to enhance their employability and economic prospects within the state's evolving digital landscape.
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Technology · BusinessDay ·
What you need to know as nations, terror groups race to weaponise Artificial Intelligence
Global powers and insurgent organizations are increasingly competing to integrate artificial intelligence into military and tactical operations. This development highlights the growing security risks associated with advanced technology as both sovereign states and non-state actors seek to enhance their offensive capabilities through automated and intelligent systems.
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Technology · ThisDay ·
NOTAP Moves to Turn Nigerian Research into Wealth, Partners NUJ to Drive Innovation Agenda
The National Office for Technology Acquisition and Promotion is collaborating with the Nigeria Union of Journalists to commercialize local research. This partnership aims to transform academic findings into wealth by promoting an innovation agenda across the country, ensuring that scientific developments contribute more effectively to the national economy through increased public awareness.
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Technology · Vanguard ·
Fast-tracking the National ID project
The Nigerian government is intensifying efforts to accelerate the implementation of the national identification project. This initiative aims to streamline identity management across the country, ensuring more citizens are captured in the database to enhance national security, economic planning, and access to essential social services for the general population.
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Technology · ThisDay ·
Innovation Minister Tochukwu Udeh to Deliver Keynote Address at Enugu Gaming Conference 2026
Nigeria’s Minister of Innovation, Tochukwu Udeh, is set to deliver a keynote address at the Enugu Gaming Conference scheduled for 2026. The event focuses on the growth of the gaming sector and digital innovation within the country, highlighting the government’s commitment to supporting technological advancements and the local creative economy.
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Technology · ThisDay ·
Girls in ICT Campaign Harps on Gender Support
The Girls in ICT campaign emphasizes the importance of providing gender support to encourage female participation in the information and communications technology sector. The initiative aims to address existing gender imbalances by fostering an environment that empowers young women to pursue careers and leadership roles within Nigeria's evolving digital economy.
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Technology · ThisDay ·
Of Nigeria’s Artificial Intelligence Adoption, Access
Nigeria is currently exploring the strategic adoption of artificial intelligence and the necessary frameworks to enhance technological access. Stakeholders are focused on improving digital infrastructure and policy development to ensure that AI integration benefits various sectors while addressing existing barriers to widespread implementation.
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Technology · ThisDay ·
Of Nigeria’s Artificial Intelligence Adoption, Access
Nigeria is currently evaluating the integration and accessibility of artificial intelligence across various national sectors. The focus remains on enhancing digital infrastructure and developing strategic frameworks to facilitate technological growth, ensuring that both public and private entities can effectively leverage these emerging tools for national development.
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Technology · ThisDay ·
Number Porting: MTN Maintains Lead as 1,716 Subscribers Port in One Month
MTN Nigeria recorded 1,716 incoming subscribers through mobile number porting in a single month, maintaining its position as the market leader for that period. This figure reflects the movement of telecom users across service providers as they seek improved services or better pricing options within the Nigerian telecommunications industry.
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Technology · ThisDay ·
Africa’s Next Digital Investment Must Be in Institutions, Not Just Infrastructure
Future digital development across Africa requires a strategic shift toward strengthening institutional frameworks alongside existing infrastructure projects. This approach aims to ensure that technological advancements are supported by robust governance and policy structures to maximize the long-term impact of digital investments on the continent's economic growth.
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Technology · Leadership News ·
NCC Urges Systematic Collaboration To Address African Telecoms Regulatory Challenges
The Nigerian Communications Commission has called for enhanced systematic collaboration among stakeholders to tackle regulatory hurdles within the African telecommunications industry. This initiative aims to foster a more integrated approach to managing digital infrastructure and policy frameworks across the continent to ensure sustainable growth and improved service delivery for regional consumers.
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Technology · Leadership News ·
Growing Smartphone Use Heightens Cyber Risks, Kaspersky Warns
Kaspersky has warned that the expansion of smartphone usage is contributing to elevated cybersecurity threats. The organization indicates that increased mobile connectivity exposes users to more digital risks, underscoring the need for enhanced security protocols as mobile devices become more central to daily life and financial transactions.
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Technology · Nairametrics ·
PAC Foundation graduates 25 young women from Girls Can Code cohort 4
PAC Foundation recently celebrated the graduation of twenty-five young women from the fourth cohort of its Girls Can Code initiative. The program focuses on providing technical training and digital skills to female participants to support their entry into the technology workforce. This graduation marks the completion of another cycle of the foundation's empowerment project.
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Technology · ThisDay ·
Shettima: Nigeria’s Digital Transformation Under Tinubu Unrivalled.Hails ongoing reforms by NIMC management
Vice President Kashim Shettima has commended the digital transformation initiatives implemented under President Bola Tinubu’s administration. He specifically highlighted the progress made by the National Identity Management Commission and acknowledged the ongoing reforms aimed at enhancing the country's technological landscape and identity management systems.
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Technology · ThisDay ·
Reimagining Nigeria’s Data Protection Landscape: The Legal Basis Project’s Impact on the Digital Economy
Nigeria's Legal Basis Project is influencing the national data protection landscape by establishing frameworks intended to support the digital economy. This initiative addresses the legal requirements for data processing and privacy, aiming to strengthen the country's technological infrastructure and promote secure digital interactions for businesses and citizens.
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Technology · The Punch ·
NPC begins digital birth, death registration in Kwara
The National Population Commission has commenced the digital registration of births and deaths across Kwara State. This transition from manual to electronic documentation is intended to improve the accuracy of demographic data and streamline the process of recording vital statistics for residents within the state.
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Technology · The Punch ·
Nigeria’s digital identity transformation unrivaled under Tinubu — Shettima
Vice President Kashim Shettima asserts that Nigeria's digital identity transformation under President Bola Tinubu's administration has reached unprecedented levels. The government focuses on enhancing national data systems and digital infrastructure to streamline identification processes, aiming to support broader economic development and improve service delivery across various sectors of the Nigerian economy.
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Technology · Nigerian Tribune ·
Using BTC and USDT for Fast Payments at Pinco Casino
Pinco Casino now accepts Bitcoin and USDT to enable quicker payment processing for its platform users. The inclusion of these digital currencies provides an alternative for deposits and withdrawals, focusing on the speed and efficiency of financial transactions for those engaging with the online gaming service.
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Technology · BusinessDay ·
PAC Foundation graduates 25 women as Girls Can Code programme narrows Nigeria’s tech gender gap
The PAC Foundation recently graduated twenty-five women from its Girls Can Code initiative. This program aims to address the significant gender disparity within Nigeria's technology sector by providing essential digital skills to female participants. The graduation marks a step forward in narrowing the digital divide and fostering inclusivity in the local tech ecosystem.
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Technology · Leadership News ·
Sanwo-Olu’s Aide Pushes Digital Skills For Youths In Lagos
An aide to Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu is advocating for the acquisition of digital skills among the youth population in Lagos State. The initiative focuses on equipping young residents with modern technological competencies to improve their employability and support the state's economic growth through enhanced digital literacy programs.