Adding about 1.2 million new subscribers—nearly half of the 2.67 million increase recorded nationwide—according to the latest figures from the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC). Nigeria’s total Internet subscriber base rose from approximately 154.3 million in April to about 157 million in May, reflecting continued growth in demand for mobile Internet […]
Technology and Innovation
The MTN Foundation has partnered with UN Women to launch a new initiative aimed at strengthening the economic empowerment of rural women and supporting the growth of women-led agribusinesses in Nigeria. The partnership was formalised on Friday, August 7, 2026, with the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for […]
Nigeria is strengthening its position as a major force in Africa’s digital transformation as preparations intensify for the second edition of GITEX NIGERIA, which will bring together global technology leaders, investors, policymakers, innovators and startups to accelerate the country’s digital economy ambitions. Held under the patronage of President Bola Ahmed […]
The engagement took place on Thursday, August 6, 2026, during MTN’s Mid-Year Y’elloverse Catch-up, which brought together members of the MTN Media Innovation Programme (MIP) and selected media practitioners for an interactive session focused on developments shaping the company and the wider telecommunications industry. The session featured presentations and discussions […]
The Director General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), Kashifu Inuwa, CCIE, has called for stronger collaboration among government regulators to accelerate the establishment of Nigeria’s National Regulatory Sandbox, describing inter-agency cooperation as the cornerstone for building an innovation-friendly regulatory ecosystem. Speaking through the National Coordinator of the […]
The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has taken a major step towards safeguarding Nigeria’s digital future with the unveiling of the National Sovereignty Cloud Initiative (NSCI) Regulatory Instruments, a comprehensive framework designed to strengthen data sovereignty, boost indigenous cloud infrastructure and position the country as a leading digital hub […]
The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has reiterated its commitment to positioning Nigeria as a leading player in the global artificial intelligence (AI) ecosystem through sustained investments in digital infrastructure, talent development and responsible AI adoption. The Agency reaffirmed this commitment during the official launch of the ECOWAS Small […]
The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has called for deeper collaboration among government institutions, the private sector, academia, development partners and technology professionals to accelerate digital innovation and position Nigeria for sustainable and inclusive economic growth. The Agency made the call during the 20th Nigeria Computer Society (NCS) International […]
The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has unveiled the National Software Quality Assurance (SQA) Framework, a landmark regulatory initiative designed to improve software quality, strengthen cybersecurity and enhance public confidence in Nigeria’s digital ecosystem. The framework, approved by the Director General and Chief Executive Officer of NITDA, Kashifu Inuwa […]
The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has reaffirmed its commitment to bridging Nigeria’s digital divide by strengthening strategic partnerships that expand digital literacy, improve access to technology and empower underserved communities as part of the country’s digital transformation agenda. The Director General of NITDA, Kashifu Inuwa, gave the assurance when […]