Author: ITPulse

For many women, financial independence means the freedom to provide for their families and build a better future. Yet, this remains out of reach due to limited access to opportunities, business support, and secure payment solutions. Like millions of women in Nigeria determined to be financially independent, Pricillia started with a single PalmPay POS terminal, and as an agent, every successful transaction provided a commission which brought her one step closer to achieving her dream. Through consistency, discipline, and support from the payment platform, she reinvested her earnings and eventually opened her own provision store. “I started as just a…

By Martin Ekpeke Kaspersky’s detection systems stopped 1.6 million online attacks targeting Nigerian users in the first half of 2026, with 18.4% of users in the country targeted by web-based threats. The figures were revealed by Kaspersky’s Global Research & Analysis Team (GReAT) during its annual Cyber Security Weekend for the Middle East, Türkiye, and Africa (META) region. The data highlights a rapidly changing digital risk landscape driven by web exploitation, email phishing, and the growing integration of artificial intelligence (AI) by cybercriminals. Across the broader META region, cyber threats exploiting vulnerabilities in websites, emails, and web services continue to…

By Martin Ekpeke In a major regulatory shift designed to eliminate costly IT failures, strengthen cybersecurity, and build public trust in digital governance, the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has officially launched the National Software Quality Assurance (SQA) Framework. Signed by NITDA Director-General/CEO, Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi, under the authority of the NITDA Act 2007, the regulatory framework sets binding nationwide standards for how software is designed, tested, and deployed across Federal Government institutions, regulated industries, and the wider digital ecosystem. Under the new mandate, all software projects built for government agencies must undergo independent third-party testing and receive official…

By Epiphanus Obia Frank Odi-Njoku, a popular Nigerian baritone singer, acknowledged that he had never opened a Tinder account in his life. Yet, somehow, a profile bearing his photographs, going by the name “Ikenna” and listing an age of 31, was live on the dating app, complete with a fabricated bio about enjoying “peace, quiet, and calm conversation” and demanding honesty from prospective matches. He found out the way most victims of this kind of impersonation do: someone sent him a screenshot. What followed was not just embarrassment, but genuine fear. In a disclaimer video he posted on July 24th…

Synology has announced the launch of DVA7400, the company’s flagship Deep Learning Analytics appliance for large-scale surveillance. Running entirely on-premises, the DVA7400 manages camera fleets across multiple sites and delivers advanced AI video analytics while ensuring full data ownership. “The DVA7400 represents the culmination of Synology’s nearly two decades of expertise in physical security. By combining centralized management for distributed camera fleets with completely localized AI analytics, it empowers enterprises to scale their surveillance infrastructure without compromising on data privacy,” said Josh Lin, Director of the Synology Surveillance Group. Centralized surveillance at scale, fully on-premises Built on a 2U 12-bay…

The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has reaffirmed its commitment to expanding digital inclusion by deepening strategic partnerships with community-based organizations. The effort aims to equip underserved and rural communities with essential digital skills, emerging technologies, and computer access to ensure no Nigerian is left behind in the evolving digital economy. The assurance was given by the Director General of NITDA, Kashifu Inuwa, CCIE, during a courtesy visit by the leadership of the Cal-Maji Foundation to the Agency’s headquarters in Abuja. Represented by the Director of Digital Development Services, Mr. Oluwunmi Oladejo, Inuwa emphasized that grassroots collaboration remains central…

The maiden edition of the OneDosh Imo State Unity Cup came to a successful close on Friday, July 24th, 2026 with Imo State University (IMSU) emerging champions after defeating Alvan Ikoku Federal University of Education 3–2 in an exciting final at the Dan Anyiam Stadium, Owerri. The month-long tournament brought together eight tertiary institutions across Imo State, providing a platform that celebrated football, promoted healthy competition, and fostered unity among students. Earlier in the day, the Federal University of Technology Owerri (FUTO) secured third place after defeating Federal Polytechnic Nekede 2–1 in the third-place playoff. As champions, IMSU received ₦1…

Galaxy Backbone (GBB), in partnership with the Federal Ministry of Communications, Innovation & Digital Economy (FMCIDE) and the Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA), officially conducted the soft launch of the Government Service Portal (GSP), a groundbreaking digital platform designed to transform how citizens, businesses and government institutions interact. The event, held at the Galaxy Backbone National Shared Services Centre (NSSC) Headquarters in Abuja, brought together senior government officials, development partners, technology stakeholders and members of the media to unveil services.gov.ng—Nigeria’s new one-stop digital gateway for accessing government services. The Government Service Portal is designed to provide a single, trusted platform…

By Martin Ekpeke The Association of Licensed Telecommunications Operators of Nigeria (ALTON) has disclosed that telecom giants, including Mobile Network Operators (MNOs), Tower Companies, and other industry players, invested approximately ₦2.13 trillion in capital expenditure (CapEx) into network expansion in 2025. Engr. Gbenga Adebayo, Chairman of ALTON, who delivered a keynote address at the Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) International Business Conference & Expo in Lagos, also revealed that for 2026, the industry has planned an additional ₦1.86 trillion in investment to expand network infrastructure, modernise technology, improve resilience, and enhance Quality of Service (QoS) across the country.…

Nigeria’s ambition to bridge its digital divide and power unserved communities has gained fresh momentum following a strategic partnership between the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) and the Rural Electrification Agency (REA). The two federal agencies formalised the alliance last week Friday, with the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at accelerating sustainable digital infrastructure across Nigeria by integrating renewable energy solutions with telecommunications infrastructure. The MoU was sealed during the joint NCC–REA Stakeholder Workshop held at the NCC Annex Office Auditorium in Mbora, Abuja, under the theme: “Unlocking the Energy–Telecoms Nexus for Scalable Digital Infrastructure in Nigeria.” The…