NITDA, Galaxy Backbone move to fix startup failure with local cloud, cost relief
In a direct response to rising startup failures driven by high infrastructure costs, data insecurity and foreign exchange instability, the National Information Technology Development Agency, NITDA, has partnered with Galaxy Backbone Limited, GBB, to introduce a subsidised sovereign cloud framework for early-stage tech ventures.
Experts advocate digital twins to tackle power, cost challenges in data centres
Industry experts have identified digital twin technology as a practical solution to persistent inefficiencies, rising costs and operational risks in Nigeria’s data centre sector.
Countdown to 2026 FIFA World Cup: Like 2002, Turkey young talents ready to take charge
A flood of relief and excitement surged through the Turkish ranks as the final whistle blew in the play-off match against Kosovo; the European country will be attending the 2026 FIFA World Cup for the first time in 24 years.
Nwaogu becomes CYCF’s grand patron
….he’ll deepen our initiatives, mentorship programmes – Nwosu By Gabriel Ewepu ABUJA — The Concerned Young Citizens Forum (CYCF) has appointed renowned businessman and Managing Director of Cool Group of Companies Limited, Chief Emeka Nwaogu, as its Grand Patron. The Director-General of CYCF, Comrade Miracle Nwosu, led a delegation of young leaders from across the […]
For MTN and Airtel, a good story on telecom display board, by Okoh Aihe
In an economy where a number of indicators are pointing downwards, it becomes difficult to point at positives and to have something conspicuously stamped on the display board as an unfolding omen of good happenings. There are so many depressing things to point to – the fuel pump price which is stronger than the minimum wage, […]
Tinubu’s youth policies yielding results in education sector – OYAT DG, Apalowo
The Director-General of the Ondo Youth Alliance for Tinubu (OYAT), Thalis Apalowo, has commended President Bola Tinubu’s youth-focused policies, especially in the education sector, saying they are already delivering results.
NANS wants MTN, DSTV boycott over SA attacks
The Federal Government on Wednesday announced a ban on honorary degree holders prefixing “Dr” to their names in official, academic, or professional usage.
HairbyHairboy: Nigerian digital entrepreneur expands hair retail business online
Chinedu Daniel Akanigwo, popularly known as HairbyHairboy, has emerged as a rising figure in Nigeria’s digital fashion and beauty space.
Enugu ADC dismisses defection talks, rallies behind guber candidate, Ocho
By Victor Ahiuma-Young The Enugu State chapter of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, has denied speculations of internal cracks and possible defections, declaring that its structure remains intact while throwing its full weight behind Chief Obodeze Ocho as its preferred governorship candidate for 2027. In a statement yesterday, the party dismissed widespread reports suggesting that […]
‘Stop begging foreign-born players’ — Odemwingie fires warning to NFF
Former Super Eagles striker Osaze Odemwingie has criticised the Nigeria Football Federation’s growing push to recruit foreign-born players, warning that the country risks diminishing the pride attached to representing Nigeria.
Countdown to FIFA World Cup: Can Haiti survive another group of death?
2026 will be Haiti’s second appearance at the FIFA World Cup since 1974. On both occasions, they have found themselves in a group of death.
