Muzakkari: Inside KASITDA pioneer D-G’s bold drive for Kano’s digital transformation

In a bold stroke signalling its resolve to chart a future rooted in innovation and digital inclusion, Kano State has appointed Dr. Bashir Abdu Muzakkari as the pioneer Director-General of the Kano State Information Technology Development Agency (KASITDA). Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf’s selection of Dr. Muzakkari — a computer scientist, seasoned public servant, and policy […]

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Nigerians now spend about ₦30,000 monthly on data amid hike

Data: A luxury or a lifeline?  Across the board, many respondents reveal that their monthly data expenses have ballooned to around ₦30,000—an amount equivalent to nearly half of Nigeria’s national minimum wage. And yet, they still complain of inconsistent network service and poor value for money. “I use Glo and spend almost ₦30,000 monthly. But […]

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Tech pioneer Nkiru Balonwu to deliver QEDNG Creative Summit keynote

The announcement was made by Mighty Media Plus Network Limited, publishers of the online newspaper QEDNG in a statement issued in Lagos. Dr. Balonwu, known for her time as CEO of Spinlet, Sub-Saharan Africa’s first major music streaming platform oversaw the company’s growth to over two million subscribers solidified her reputation as a leading figure […]

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Nigeria opens licensing round for International A2P Messaging Services

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) says it is licensing International Application-to-Person (A2P) Messaging Aggregator Services in a move to tighten regulatory oversight, boost security, and enhance quality of international messaging traffic terminating in Nigeria. The telecoms regulator says the new licensing regime introduces “a structured and transparent framework for managing the flow of international messaging […]

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Heirs Technologies warns businesses on risks of outdated IT systems, calls for tech audits

Heirs Technologies, a Nigerian enterprise technology firm, is urging African businesses to prioritise technology audits, warning that outdated systems and disconnected tools are undermining operational efficiency, increasing costs, and limiting growth across the continent. “Technology underpins nearly every aspect of modern business, including operations, decision-making, customer experience, and scalability,” Heirs Technologies says in a company […]

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Nigeria’s Gen Z face rising cyberattacks as scammers exploit fast fashion, FOMO

Young Gen Z Nigerians are increasingly becoming prime targets for cybercriminals who are exploiting their social media habits, love for fast fashion, and reliance on digital mental health tools to launch phishing attacks, Kaspersky, a cybersecurity firm, says in a new report. Internet usage in Nigeria stands at 1,043,431.98 million Terabytes (TB) as of May […]

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B’Odogwu Digital Platform: Tincan Customs rakes in ₦747 billion in H1 2025

The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) Tincan Island Port Command says it generates ₦747.08 billion in revenue in the first half of 2025, a nearly 30% year-on-year rise, powered by the deployment of the indigenous B’Odogwu digital clearance platform. Superintendent Oscar Ivara, Public Relations Officer of the Tincan Command, says in a statement that the figure reflects […]

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Tri-laser projector throws big, bright, cinematic visuals from inches away

If you're looking for a big-screen TV alternative that doesn't dominate the room when not in use, ultra-short-throw projectors are a good shout. The PT1 from Hisense brings Dolby Vision and IMAX to 4K viewing at up to 150 inches.

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Under-construction skyscraper breaks a North American record

A new tower is set to make a major impact on the skyline in Toronto, Canada. One Bloor West is nearing completion and has officially surpassed 984 ft, making it the country's first supertall skyscraper. And it's going to get even taller.

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Google just pre-ordered 200 megawatts of fusion energy for the 2030s

Massachusetts-based energy startup Commonwealth Fusion Systems (CFS) has struck a deal to deliver 200 MW of electricity to Google from its upcoming ARC power plant in Chesterfield County, Virginia.

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