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ICT and Governance

Lagos deploys drones, AI to boost traffic response

The digital transition will replace manual reporting and fragmented coordination with an integrated, data-driven platform capable of instantaneously detecting, verifying, and dispatching responders to crashes and breakdowns.

Lebara enters Nigeria with niche-focused MVNO model

Instead of competing directly for the broad market, the telecom provider said it focuses on underserved and niche consumer segments.

Dimension Data supercharges Nigeria's digital infrastructure

The company raised $13.7 million through a bond programme to address gaps in fibre coverage, limited enterprise connectivity, and increasing demand for cloud, fintech, and digital services.

Starlink resumes new orders in Nigeria

The Elon Musk-owned satellite internet service had previously blocked new activations due to capacity constraints

EU, Nigeria €100bn deal paves way for future visionaries

The deal represents a substantial boost to the West African country's technology ecosystem, opening up new opportunities for research, innovation, and start-up growth.

Data Management

Nigeria probes schools over data privacy compliance

Within 21 days, institutions under evaluation must present documentation of their 2024 data protection compliance audit returns, and designate a data protection officer.

Nigerian airports offer travellers free Wi-Fi

The introduction is a big milestone following years of public outrage over the lack of dependable connectivity in Nigerian airports.

Nigerian banks, telcos finally settle $200m clash after 5yrs

The 5-year USSD conflict originated as a result of unpaid corporate invoicing for mobile banking sessions, forcing telecom operators to threaten several banks with disconnection.

Data Management

Nigeria takes a closer look at Temu over data concerns

Temu is currently under regulatory scrutiny after being accused of violating data of an estimated 12.7 million Nigerians.

Nigeria, Equatorial Guinea seal subsea cable pact

The submarine cable will provide high-capacity broadband connectivity considered critical for regional integration, cross-border data security and future-ready digital infrastructure across Africa.

Nigeria mandates 24hr refunds for airtime errors

Under the plan, purchased airtime or data must be reversed within 24 hours of a complaint, while wrong-number transfers will follow value-based thresholds.

Nigeria launches the Happy Woman App Platform

The Happy Woman App Platform would provide a single interface for women to access funding facilities, business development assistance, government programmes, and essential services.