Nigeria’s data demand outpacing network growth — NCC
…Says mobile broadband covers 90% of Nigerians, only 27% own smartphones…Seeks long-term naira funding for telecoms infrastructure By Juliet Umeh The Nigerian Communications Commission, NCC, has warned that rising data demand is putting pressure on Nigeria’s networks and called for greater investment in digital infrastructure.In a communiqué issued on Sunday after the Nigeria Digital Connectivity […]
Data depletion: MTN dismisses manipulation accusations
MTN Nigeria has dismissed persistent claims by subscribers that mobile data disappears without explanation.
FG pushes digital inclusion drive as 3,700 girls showcase innovation
Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Dr Bosun Tijani, on Friday led efforts to deepen digital inclusion as he hosted participants of the 2026 National Girls in Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Competition at a celebratory dinner held at the State House, Presidential Villa, Abuja.
When bank alerts become traps: Inside Nigeria’s growing digital infrastructure crisis
From failed transfers and fake debit alerts to identity theft and social engineering scams, ordinary Nigerians increasingly find themselves trapped between banks, fintech companies, telecom providers and switching platforms, each shifting responsibility whenever transactions fail, writes Juliet Umeh.
Tinubu orders breakup of Optasia’s 12-year monopoly on airtime credit lending
President Bola Tinubu has directed the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) to break the 12-year monopoly of South African firm Optasia on airtime credit lending and data advance services in Nigeria, authoritative sources have told Vanguard.
5 things to know about Meta’s new AI Agent on WhatsApp
Meta has taken another major step in its artificial intelligence push with the launch of the Meta Business Agent, an AI-powered assistant designed to help businesses manage customer interactions and everyday operations across WhatsApp, Instagram, and Messenger.
