Author: ITPulse

The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has signaled a new era of digital cooperation, reaffirming Nigeria’s commitment to a strategic partnership with the United States. The collaboration aims to fortify the nation’s digital infrastructure, with a heavy emphasis on Artificial Intelligence (AI), cybersecurity, and large-scale capacity building. During the Nigeria Data Privacy Capacity Building Workshop, a joint initiative by the U.S. Department of State and the Nigerian Mission, NITDA Director General Kashifu Inuwa highlighted that these efforts are essential for Nigeria to thrive in the global digital economy. The Director General emphasized that the core of this partnership is…

By Martin Ekpeke In a move set to transform the country’s digital landscape, the Internet Exchange Point of Nigeria (IXPN) has announced an ambitious plan to establish additional Points of Presence (POPs) across various states. The initiative aims to decentralize internet infrastructure, supporting smaller and emerging service providers while further domesticating Nigeria’s data traffic. Muhammed Rudman, MD/CEO of IXPN, unveiled the roadmap in the organization’s Q4 2025 newsletter, highlighting a year of explosive growth that saw domestic internet traffic grow exponentially in just a few months. The 2025 review detailed a significant scaling of Nigeria’s internet capacity as key global…

…. Demonstrates AI-Powered Spaces Where Affectionate Intelligence Evolves into Affectionate Action LG Electronics (LG) hosted the global audience to join the LG World Premiere press conference as the year began at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas, Nevada. Under the banner of its CES® 2026 theme, “Innovation in tune with you,” LG will share its vision for elevating daily life through Affectionate Intelligence – delivering harmonized and seamlessly connected customer experiences. With global media in attendance, LG will unveil a portfolio of AI-powered solutions that combine world-class devices and solutions with advanced AI core technologies. LG is evolving its…

Company Unveils Expanded AI-Powered SIGNATURE Lineup With Advanced Performance and Refined Minimal Design LG Electronics (LG) presents the next evolution of its premium LG SIGNATURE brand at CES® 2026 in Las Vegas as the year kicks off. Marking a decade of innovation, the latest LG SIGNATURE collections introduce an expanded range of products that blend powerful AI capabilities and elevated design – while preserving the brand’s timeless aesthetics of quiet luxury. Powered by LG’s AI Core-Tech, the new LG SIGNATURE lineup brings enhanced intelligence and seamless convenience to everyday living. With a suite of AI-driven features and generative AI functions, the…

By Martin Ekpeke As the telecommunications sector shifts from rapid development to broad implementation in 2026, the landscape of digital threats is becoming increasingly complex. According to the latest Kaspersky Security Bulletin, nearly 13% of telecom users encountered web threats last year, while almost 10% of telecom organizations worldwide were hit by ransomware. To combat these evolving risks, ranging from Advanced Persistent Threats (APTs) to the complications of AI automation, experts have outlined a strategic “four-legged” framework to bolster industry resilience. Continuous Intelligence and Human Awareness The first leg of a resilient defense is the ability to see threats before…

Nigeria’s relationship with cryptocurrency has never been simple but it has always been significant. In a period of rapid digital innovation and economic realignment, the integration of digital assets into the national tax framework is one of the most consequential developments our fintech ecosystem has seen. While digital assets have previously been acknowledged in Nigeria’s regulatory conversations, the NTAA marks one of the clearest attempts to place them within a coherent fiscal structure. The Nigeria Tax Administration Act (NTAA) 2025 clarifies how digital assets fit within the tax system. Income from trading, transfers, mining, staking, airdrops, or compensation in crypto…

By Henry Obiekea Nigeria is at a defining moment in 2026. After several years of bold macroeconomic adjustments, including foreign exchange unification and structural reforms, the country is moving from stabilization into expansion. With the Central Bank of Nigeria restoring confidence in the Naira and foreign reserves reaching a five-year high of over 45 billion dollars, the next phase of growth will be shaped by how effectively Nigerians can participate in the formal financial system. Technology-enabled banking is playing a critical role in this transition. Commercial banks remain the backbone of the system, providing balance sheet strength, regulatory depth, and…

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has declared 2026 as a pivotal year for the Nigerian telecom consumer, promising a significant shift toward better service quality, transparent billing and enhanced digital protection. In a New Year message titled “2026: Delivering Better Quality of Experience to the Nigerian Consumer,” the Executive Vice Chairman and CEO of NCC, Dr. Aminu Maida, outlined a consumer-centric roadmap aimed at making telecommunications services more reliable and fairer. According to the message posted on the Commission’s official website, the primary focus for 2026 is to ensure that Nigerians feel the impact of recent infrastructure investments in their…

New Horizons Nigeria, a global leader in ICT training, has announced a landmark ₦50 million Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative titled “Almajiris-to-Tech.” The program is designed to transform the lives of Almajiri children by equipping them with technical skills to become professional computer and electronics technicians. The initiative aims to address the Almajiri phenomenon through sustainable, non-kinetic solutions, ultimately contributing to Nigeria’s GDP, reducing unemployment, and bolstering national security. The Almajiris-to-Tech program is a 90-day intensive empowerment scheme scheduled to begin on January 19, 2026. Rather than traditional classroom learning alone, the curriculum focuses on practical, income-generating skills, including Maintenance…

A new report released by the Meltwater Entrepreneurial School of Technology (MEST Africa) reveals a surge in local innovation aimed at transforming the West African agricultural landscape. The MEST Africa AgriTech Report highlights how entrepreneurs are deploying sophisticated tech tools to overcome long-standing systemic hurdles. The findings, produced in partnership with the Norwegian Embassy in Accra, detail a shift toward a more resilient, tech-driven food system across Ghana, Nigeria, Côte d’Ivoire, Senegal, and Benin. Local innovators are implementing a diverse toolkit of modern technologies to solve specific pain points for African farmers. They use Artificial Intelligence and the Internet of…