African nations have been urged to develop region-specific cybersecurity frameworks to safeguard their rapidly expanding digital infrastructure from escalating cyber threats. A Nigerian cybersecurity expert and academic, Dr Shefiu Ganiyu, who currently serves as the Head of the Information Technology Department at the Kampala International University in Uganda, made this […]
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Fibre-optic internet providers in Nigeria are dealing with a surge of extortionate demands from estate associations in urban hubs like Lagos, threatening the country’s push to expand high-speed broadband, industry executives told The PUNCH. The escalating issue, which includes cash payments and monopolistic access deals, has prompted urgent calls for […]
VFS Global, the world’s leading provider of technology services for secure global mobility, has acquired a majority stake in CiX Citizen Experience, a Brazil-based pioneer in digital and physical citizen services. The strategic acquisition, announced in a statement, marks a significant step in VFS Global’s mission to expand its capabilities […]
The Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, Chief Uche Nnaji, on Wednesday said the Federal Executive Council has approved the launch of four satellites to aid Earth observation and the fight against insecurity in the country. Nnaji said this at the 22nd National Council on Innovation, Science and Technology in […]
Many students worldwide are embracing AI tools for schoolwork, but concerns about dependence and ethical use remain high, JUSTICE OKAMGBA writes The question of whether students should formally adopt artificial intelligence in their studies is becoming more pressing as usage skyrockets globally. While many students report benefits such as enhanced […]
Zamfara State Governor Dauda Lawal has launched a financial empowerment programme, flagging off the distribution of debit cards to beneficiaries of the World Bank-financed Cash Transfer Scheme. The initiative, which aims to uplift the most vulnerable residents of Zamfara, was officially launched at the Tsafe Local Government Secretariat, according to […]
TeKnowledge, a global leader in technology services, has introduced its AI-First Expert Technology Services at the Nigeria CxO Summit 2025 in Lagos, reinforcing its commitment to accelerating digital transformation in the country through artificial intelligence and cybersecurity. The summit held recently, marking TeKnowledge’s seven years of operations in Nigeria, brought […]
Nigeria is at the forefront of a transformative shift in workforce dynamics, driven by the rise of “Frontier Firms” that harness artificial intelligence and hybrid human-agent teams, according to Microsoft’s 2025 Work Trend Index Report. The report, conducted with LinkedIn, underscores Nigeria’s growing role in AI adoption, ranking 7th in […]
The first indigenous AI software developer in Nigeria, Mr, Chibuike Aguene, has said that Artificial Intelligence has what it takes to turn around Nigeria’s critical sectors and democratise access to education. Speaking on Arise TV’s Newsnight on Monday, Aguene, who doubles as the Chief Executive Officer of Bildup Technology, highlighted […]
Nigeria’s broadcasting regulator is gearing up to impose oversight on the rapid rise of artificial intelligence, seeking to harness its potential while preserving the integrity of the media industry. The National Broadcasting Commission will soon unveil regulations to govern AI-driven platforms, a move announced on Friday by the Director-General, Charles […]
