Author: ITPulse

By Martin Ekpeke As global conflicts spill into the digital realm, triggering infrastructure disruptions and internet blackouts, the urgency for local resilience has reached a breaking point, according to the Internet Exchange Point of Nigeria (IXPN). In a post on LinkedIn, Muhammed Rudman, CEO of IXPN, argued that in today’s increasingly volatile digital landscape, the Internet Exchange Point of Nigeria (IXPN) has emerged as a critical anchor for the nation’s connectivity. He warns that domesticating internet traffic is no longer a technical preference; it is a strategic imperative for national security and business continuity. According to Rudman, relying heavily on…

In celebration of International Women’s Day (IWD) 2026, Techeconomy—Nigeria’s leading business news platform—has officially unveiled its “100 Women Shaping the Future: Techeconomy Power List 2026.” This prestigious annual recognition honors exceptional women driving innovation, leadership, and tangible impact across technology and the broader digital economy. The initiative highlights a diverse cohort of women transforming industries through entrepreneurship and startup growth. It also recognizes leaders in policy and governance, as well as those driving digital innovation and emerging technologies. Furthermore, the list features women making significant strides in financial inclusion and banking. Finally, it celebrates those shaping the future of media,…

In the traditional halls of Nigerian finance, capital was once defined solely by the strength of a balance sheet and the depth of physical vaults. However, as the industry transitions into a tech-enabled era, marked by a staggering 11.2 billion electronic transactions processed by NIBSS in 2024 alone, the definition of capital has undergone a fundamental shift. In 2026, ‘Character’ seems to have emerged as the most vital form of liquidity. In a market where digital fraud and systemic volatility can erode trust overnight, a bank’s commitment to regulatory compliance is no longer a ‘back-office’ function; it is the primary…

PalmPay Nigeria has expressed commitment to increasing women’s participation in the financial technology sector through its Purple Woman programme, as the company hosted the third edition of its Purple Woman Masterclass, designed to equip young women with digital and professional skills. Speaking at the event, Chika Nwosu, Managing Director of PalmPay Nigeria, stated that the initiative was launched to address the underrepresentation of women in fintech and the broader technology ecosystem. “This initiative is because we noticed that there are not so many women in fintech and in the tech industry, and we intend to bridge that gap. We want…

The Solution Innovation District (SID) of Anambra State, Nigeria, and Saudi Arabia’s Dhahran Techno Valley Holding Company (DTVC) have signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to bolster collaboration in research, innovation, and technology commercialization. Signed during a high-level innovation summit in Beijing, this strategic alliance aims to accelerate innovation-driven economic growth across Africa and the Middle East. The partnership focuses on five primary pillars designed to bridge the gap between laboratory research and market success. Both parties will launch joint startup and venture acceleration programs targeting energy, sustainability, and emerging technologies. They will also develop frameworks for co-investing in…

By Emmanuel (Emeka) Orjih I once asked Ahmed Joda a question I had been turning over for some time. We had just driven twelve hours from Abuja to Gembu in my personal car. Just the two of us. I was driving. Joda sat beside me, as he always chose to. He could have flown to Yola and done a much shorter drive. But he preferred this, every time. I always kept books in my boot and somewhere on that long road north he started and finished Richard Branson’s Business Stripped Bare, closed it, and asked for another. I parked, stepped…

By Martin Ekpeke The Ministry of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy has officially launched a public consultation on regulating social media for children, sparking a heated debate between digital safety advocates and those concerned about the country’s unique socioeconomic realities. The Minister, Dr. Bosun Tijani, announced the initiative via his personal LinkedIn page, emphasizing that while the internet offers vast learning opportunities, it also exposes minors to risks such as cyberbullying, online exploitation, and emerging threats from artificial intelligence. “As Nigeria evaluates potential policy approaches, public input is essential to ensure that any framework adopted reflects national priorities and respects…

By Martin Ekpeke The Green Conference 2026, held in Lagos last week, concluded with a unified push from telecommunications regulators and climate officials to transform Nigeria’s environmental policies into a massive engine for economic growth. Hosted by GreenPlinth Africa in collaboration with the National Council on Climate Change (NCCC) and the Office of the Vice President, the event focused on shifting from policy commitments to scalable implementation. Executive Vice Chairman of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), Dr. Aminu Maida, delivered a keynote address highlighting the critical intersection of connectivity and sustainability. Represented by the Commission’s Head of Projects, Mr. Shuaibu…

By Kerissa Varma Africa’s healthcare sector is facing a silent emergency. Many healthcare operators, facilities and doctors across Africa already grapple with the challenges of under-resourced environments, an uneven distribution of resources and massive demand for services. Now, healthcare administrators must turn their attention to a relatively new and extremely urgent concern. While doctors fight to save lives, cybercriminals are infiltrating hospitals, laboratories, and clinics, turning life-saving environments into digital battlegrounds. A growing epidemic World Health Organisation director-general Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus noted that the digital transformation of healthcare, combined with the high value of health data, has made the sector…

By Juan Visser Today’s young people are navigating a world that is changing fast. From advances in artificial intelligence (AI) and technology to the impacts of climate change and global politics, they’re preparing not just to face uncertainty, but to shape what comes next. How effectively they do this will depend in part on their education, which has a crucial role in equipping students with the skills, knowledge and behaviours to thrive in the future. Education is always evolving, but at this time of profound global change, we must keep asking ourselves if it is keeping pace. That’s what prompted…