ProfitSpark, a digital income platform, has empowered African entrepreneurs with achievements that include over £70,000 paid to affiliates within just one year. In a press statement, the founder of ProfitSpark, Abiodun Damilola, reaffirmed the platform’s commitment to driving Africa’s digital economy forward. Damilola disclosed that the platform has launched nearly […]
Technology
Digital rights and inclusion advocacy group Paradigm Initiative says it is working to create a digital environment where technology enhances human rights and empowers underserved communities. The executive director of the nonprofit organisation, Gbenga Sesan, shared this vision recently in Lagos. Sesan explained that the organisation focuses on leveraging its […]
Stakeholders in Nigeria’s technology sector are clamouring for significant investments to drive economic growth, emphasising technology’s critical role in industrialisation and national development. At the recent Curating Chaos: ‘Unpacking the Next Decade’ event in Lagos, which focused on key topics such as technology, geopolitics, human behaviour, entertainment, and climate change, […]
The information and communications technology sector contributed 16.35 per cent to Nigeria’s real Gross Domestic Product in the third quarter of 2024, according to the National Bureau of Statistics. This marked a decline from the 19.78 per cent contribution recorded in the previous quarter but shows an improvement from the […]
The festive season is here, offering the perfect opportunity to delight your loved ones with gifts that combine practicality and excitement. For tech enthusiasts in Nigeria, PUNCH Online highlights the latest gadgets offering endless possibilities — from smart devices to cutting-edge accessories. Here’s a guide to some of the best […]
As the Yuletide season approaches, online shoppers are actively seeking websites that offer a wide variety of products at budget-friendly prices, JUSTICE OKAMGBA writes The e-commerce landscape continues to evolve, bridging the gap between consumers and affordable, high-quality goods from around the world. Platforms like Alibaba, 1688, Shein, and Temu […]
Business Network International will host a seminar focused on how businesses can leverage technology to improve efficiency, competitiveness, and innovation. The event, themed “Leveraging Technologies for Business Growth and Global Expansion”, will take place on December 13, 2024, in Lagos. In a statement, the Executive Director of BNI for the […]
Chinese smartphone manufacturer, realme, has launched the realme C61 in the Nigerian market, offering a blend of affordability, innovation, and advanced features aimed at redefining the budget smartphone segment. At a recent media briefing in Lagos, the Head of Sales for realme, Olumide Kaka, emphasised the company’s commitment to bringing […]
Global leader in video streaming services, Netflix, has dismissed reports suggesting it plans to exit Nigeria, reiterating its commitment to the country’s burgeoning creative industry. The streaming giant responded to the speculation on Wednesday in an email to The PUNCH. The Group Account Director, Edafe Onoriode, from Netflix’s public relations […]
With its low-cost, direct-from-manufacturer model, Chinese e-commerce giant Temu has entered the Nigerian market, challenging local players such as Jumia, Konga, and Jiji. Analysts predict this increased competition will benefit Nigerian consumers through lower prices and a broader range of produzcts. Launched in 2022 by PDD Holdings, the parent company […]
