Author: ITPulse

By Martin Ekpeke In a compelling dialogue at the IoT West Africa and Data Center Cloud Expo yesterday, Dr. Krishnan Ranganath, CEO of Unicloud Africa, issued a stark warning regarding the continent’s digital future, describing the current reliance on foreign data hosting as a form of digital slavery. Speaking as a guest on a podcast, which was presented by the Africa Data Center Association (ADCA) and DIF and hosted by Ville Wacklin of the Digital Investment Facility, Dr. Krishnan detailed how Unicloud Africa intends to dismantle the barriers of connectivity and power to reclaim 20% of the continent’s data traffic…

For millions of gamers across Nigeria, paying for games, subscriptions, and digital services isn’t always seamless. Transactions fail, cards get declined, and reliable options are limited. That’s a problem PlaywithTomide knows firsthand not just as a creator, but through the everyday experiences of his community. Now, he’s doing something about it. PlaywithTomide has partnered with OneDosh and taken an equity stake in the company, stepping in as an active partner to help bring a more reliable way for his audience to pay, receive, and spend money across borders. “What stood out to us wasn’t just Tomide’s reach, but also how…

The intersection of dermatological excellence, technological innovation, and creative storytelling reached a fever pitch on April 23rd as the inaugural Cerawards Africa 2026 took center stage in Lagos. Orchestrated by CeraVe, the world’s #1 dermatologist-recommended skincare brand, in an exclusive strategic partnership with Konga Health, the event celebrated the vibrant energy of Nigerian creators with life-changing prizes, including sponsored trips to Paris and millions in cash rewards. Making its debut on the continent, CerAwards 2026 chose Nigeria as its first destination. This milestone was a direct result of the robust infrastructure and market trust built by Konga Health, Nigeria’s leading…

For many creators, earning money is no longer the problem; getting paid is. From delayed payouts to failed transfers and platform restrictions, receiving earnings across borders is still more complicated than it should be, especially for creators building global audiences. That’s what OneDosh is solving. Following a series of real-world tests, OneDosh has confirmed that creators can now receive payouts from platforms like Facebook, TikTok, YouTube (AdSense), and Instagram brand deals directly into their OneDosh accounts without the usual friction that comes with cross-border payments. Instead of navigating multiple platforms, accounts, and delays, creators can now receive and manage their…

Nigeria’s digital media landscape has undergone a seismic shift, recording a 26.2% decline in total readership traffic throughout 2025. According to the newly released SquirrelPR RANKED 2026 Report, total visits plummeted from 1.04 billion in 2024 to 769 million in 2025. However, industry experts clarify that this drop does not signal a loss of relevance for news organizations. Instead, it marks a fundamental recalibration of the media ecosystem, largely driven by the rise of Artificial Intelligence (AI). The report highlights that AI-powered search overviews are increasingly answering user queries directly on search engine results pages. This allows audiences to consume…

As Nigerian retailers grapple with shifting consumer behaviors and tightening margins, industry experts have identified payment innovation as the primary lever for unlocking sustainable growth and operational efficiency. The consensus was reached during the Interswitch Retail Summit, held recently in Lagos. Themed “The Modern Retail Playbook: What Works, What’s Changing, What’s Next?”, the event gathered key stakeholders to address persistent bottlenecks such as payment inefficiencies, reconciliation hurdles, and the evolving expectations of the modern shopper. Setting the tone for the summit, Osasere Atohenghe, Vice President of Sales and Account Management at Interswitch, noted that the industry is at a defining…

In a significant leap for Nigeria’s digital economy, corps members serving with the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) have unveiled a suite of functional digital solutions designed to overhaul the operations of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC). The presentation took place during the official commissioning of the NITDA Innovation Space at the Agency’s headquarters in Abuja, with the event highlighting a strategic shift in the NYSC programme, moving from a year of routine service to a high-impact innovation pipeline. Among the flagship projects demonstrated were the NITDA Smart ID Management system, developed by Team Sentinel and Trivergent and…

By Martin Ekpeke In a decisive move to future-proof Nigeria’s digital landscape, Muhammed Rudman, Chairman of the IPv6 Council Nigeria, presented the Draft National IPv6 Implementation Strategy yesterday. Speaking at a high-level stakeholder briefing in Lagos, Rudman underscored that the transition from the exhausted IPv4 protocol to IPv6 is no longer a technical choice, but a strategic economic imperative. “As Nigeria’s digital economy is projected to hit $18.3 billion by 2026, the new strategy aims to bridge a critical infrastructure gap, moving the nation from its current 5% adoption rate toward global benchmarks,” he said. While the world has achieved…

Summit Household Solutions Limited has opened its ultra-modern manufacturing facility in Ota, Ogun State, as part of its efforts to scale production of home and personal care products in Nigeria. The plant, which started operations in April 2025, produces items such as dishwashing liquids, handwash, sanitisers and multipurpose liquid soaps, with an annual capacity estimated at 7,000 tonnes. Commissioning the facility on behalf of Governor Dapo Abiodun, the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Commerce, Trade and Investment, Mr Kehinde Akintomide, said the investment reflects growing confidence in Ogun State’s business environment. He noted that the state hosts over 6,000 manufacturing firms…

In the ever-moving rhythm of Lagos, where the Island’s bright lights meet the mainland’s relentless hustle, stories are often told at the surface. But every so often, a deeper narrative emerges. This is one of them. Across Victoria Island, Lekki, Yaba, Surulere, Ikeja, and deep into Alimosho, a new kind of builder is quietly shaping the future by bridging culture, technology, and opportunity. Known in social circles as “Locomotive,” he has become a familiar face in nightlife spaces, often misunderstood as just another high-spending personality. But behind that perception lies a far more strategic and forward-looking force. Locomotive is the…