The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has directed all Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) of government to implement Domain Name System Security Extensions (DNSSEC), making the security architecture a key criterion in its cybersecurity assessment of government institutions. The move is aimed at strengthening the security of Nigeria’s digital […]
The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce are exploring strategic partnerships to accelerate Nigeria’s digital transformation, attract technology investments and strengthen collaboration in artificial intelligence (AI), cloud computing, data governance and digital skills development. The discussions took place when the Director-General of NITDA, Kashifu […]
The World Health Organization (WHO), alongside the Federal Ministry of Health and the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC), has officially confirmed that Nigeria currently maintains no active cases of the Ebola virus. The announcement follows the successful, specialized air-ambulance evacuation of the nation’s index patient a 42-year […]
Nigeria Political Developments 2026 APC Campaign Alignment Economic Reforms Political activities and inter-governmental engagements intensified in Abuja today as the presidency, cabinet ministers, and state governors convened for high-level consultative meetings to review national economic reforms, infrastructure delivery, and political alignment ahead of the 2027 electoral cycle. At the center […]
Nigeria 2026 Youth Olympic Games Dakar Medal Strategy National Sports Commission The National Sports Commission (NSC) today declared a target for Team Nigeria as preparations reach their final phase for the 2026 Youth Olympic Games in Dakar, Senegal. Speaking during an official briefing on Monday, NSC Director General Bukola Olopade […]
Honeywell AI Platform Launch Dangote Refinery Nigeria Technology Advancement 2026 In a landmark advancement for West Africa’s industrial technology landscape, Honeywell Technologies has officially launched an enterprise-grade artificial intelligence (AI) platform integrated directly into operations at the Dangote Petroleum Refinery. Announced today in partnership with refinery leadership, this deployment represents […]
Residents and traditional leaders of Aramoko-Ekiti have launched an urgent appeal to the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, requesting his high-level intervention in the prolonged chieftaincy impasse currently stalling the selection of their new traditional ruler. Community leaders are asking the revered monarch to intercede with the Ekiti […]
MTN Nigeria Chief Executive Officer, Karl Toriola, has called for the effective implementation of economic reforms to translate government policies into tangible growth opportunities for micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) across the country. Toriola made the call while delivering the keynote address at the 7th Annual Lecture of the […]
As many as 266 million people faced acute hunger across the globe in 2025, driven largely by armed conflict, extreme weather shocks, and severe disruption to critical trade routes. The warning highlights an accelerating humanitarian emergency as international aid agencies struggle to secure the funding and logistically demanding access […]
Moniepoint Microfinance Bank (MFB) has been named SME Microfinance Bank of the Year for the third consecutive year at the 14th BusinessDay Banks and Other Financial Institutions (BAFI) Awards, further strengthening its reputation as a key financial services provider to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Nigeria. The bank’s Co-founder […]