President Bola Tinubu welcomes Airtel Nigeria’s Open Network initiative, which allows subscribers to check network coverage, report service problems and support improved telecommunications services.
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Unchecked AI Agents Threaten Nigerian Banks’ Payment Systems, TransFi CEO Raj Kamal Warns!
TransFi CEO Raj Kamal warns Nigerian banks and fintechs about the risks of unchecked AI payment agents and calls for stronger safeguards to protect digital transactions.
Nigerian-Made Ubokobong Bionic Arm Recognised Among TIME’s Best Inventions of 2026!
The Nigerian-developed Ubokobong Bionic Arm highlights local innovation in prosthetics, with a design focused on functionality and the needs of African users.
NSCDC Arrests 39-Year-Old Man Over IHS-MTN Mast Vandalism in Anambra State!
The NSCDC has arrested a 39-year-old man over alleged IHS-MTN telecommunications mast vandalism in Okpuno, Awka South, Anambra State.
African Nonprofits Can Use AI to Expand Healthcare, Education and Agriculture Services — Report!
A new Bridgespan Group report explains how African nonprofits can use AI to strengthen healthcare, education, agriculture and community development through responsible adoption.
Schneider Electric Targets AI Data Centres With New Power Technology to Speed Up Infrastructure Deployment!
Schneider Electric has unveiled software-defined medium-voltage switchgear designed to accelerate AI data centre power infrastructure deployment and upgrades.
NIBSS, Transactility to Power Nigeria’s Next-Generation National Payment Stack!
NIBSS’s National Payment Stack is advancing Nigeria’s digital payment infrastructure. Learn about its features, transaction milestones and potential implications for banks, fintechs and businesses.
Microsoft Unveils Maia 300 AI Chip for 2027 Rollout as It Challenges Nvidia’s Dominance!
Microsoft unveils its Maia 300 AI chip for 2027 deployment, targeting improved computing efficiency, lower infrastructure costs and reduced reliance on Nvidia.
Lagos to Review Private Investment in Power Sector as Energy Summit Targets Electricity Market Growth!
Lagos State will review private investment and private-sector participation in its electricity market at the November 2026 Lagos Energy Summit as power-sector reforms advance.
Nigerian Cold-Chain Firms Turn to Gas Power as Energy Costs Rise!
Nigerian cold-chain firms are turning to gas-powered generation as rising energy costs and unreliable electricity drive investment in reliable refrigeration.
Coleman Urges Stiffer Sanctions Against Counterfeit Cable Makers in Nigeria!
Coleman Technical Industries has urged Nigeria to impose stiffer penalties and stronger prosecution for manufacturers and distributors of counterfeit electrical cables.
10 Phones With the Top AI Features in 2026!
Discover 10 phones with the top AI features in 2026, from Google Pixel and Samsung Galaxy to iPhone, OnePlus, HONOR, OPPO, vivo and Motorola.
EY Alumni Week: Experts Call for Responsible Governance as Agentic AI Reshapes Business!
EY Nigeria Alumni Week experts have urged businesses to adopt agentic AI responsibly, with clear governance, defined authority, data controls and human oversight.
Elon Musk Returns to US Government Role to Co-Lead Pentagon Study on Future Warfare!
Elon Musk returns to a formal U.S. government advisory role as he co-leads Pentagon Project Meridian, a 120-day study examining future warfare and military technologies.
US Government AI Chatbot Changes Political Answers After Contradicting Trump Claims!
The US government’s America.gov AI chatbot changed some political responses after initially providing government-sourced answers that contradicted several claims associated with Donald Trump.