Author: ITPulse

The Nigeria Internet Registration Association (NiRA) is proud to announce the return of its flagship digital economy conference, Tech Convergence, for its second edition. Scheduled for Tuesday, October 14, 2025, at the prestigious Transcorp Hilton Hotel, Abuja, the event promises to be a landmark gathering for Nigeria’s digital ecosystem. With the theme: “Building Nigeria’s Digital Future: The Internet as a Catalyst for Growth,” Tech Convergence 2.0 will bring together leading voices across government, industry, academia, civil society, and the private sector to deliberate on strategies that will position Nigeria as a leading digital powerhouse in Africa and beyond. The internet…

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The Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) has issued a public notice condemning deliberate attempts by some individuals to undermine its new Intelligent Company Registration Portal (ICRP). The notice reveals that certain users are intentionally bypassing the AI-driven system’s smart features during the registration process to discredit it. The iCRP was introduced to streamline and accelerate company registration, tackling a backlog of over 7,000 applications. While the initial deployment was hailed as a significant step toward modernizing Nigeria’s business environment, the CAC’s recent statement highlights a new challenge: user manipulation. According to the public notice, the iCRP is an AI-driven system that…

Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU) has underscored Africa’s capacity to move from resources to real transformation with a groundbreaking one-day AI & Robotics in Clinical Practice Symposium and the launch of OAK.io, an AI-powered line of smartphones and smartwatches. Held last week under the theme “Transforming Healthcare: AI-Driven Solutions for Nigeria’s Medical Future,” the symposium brought together leading academics, healthcare professionals, technology experts, students, and industry leaders to explore how artificial intelligence and robotics can revolutionize diagnosis, treatment, and healthcare delivery across Africa. Distinguished speakers included Prof. Phillip Ogunbona (University of Wollongong, Australia), Ms. Tilila El Moujahid (Microsoft, UAE), Prof. Olusegun…

A decisive call for collaboration, strategic market positioning, and patient capital has been issued by key players in Nigeria’s telecommunications sector to unlock the dormant potential of Mobile Virtual Network Operators (MVNOs). The resolution emerged from the sixth edition of the Telecoms Sector Sustainability Forum (TSSF) organised by Business Remarks at Ikeja, Lagos State, where stakeholders convened under the theme: Unlocking Nigeria’s MVNO Potential: Status, Trends, Investment, and Future Prospects. The forum, which brought together major mobile network operators (MNOs), the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), and licensed MVNOs, served as a candid platform to diagnose the critical challenges stifling the…

Lagride, the e-hailing service backed by the Lagos State government, announced a major fleet expansion today, adding 100 new electric vehicles (EVs) as part of an ambitious plan to capture 70% of the city’s e-hailing market. The company stated that the 100 new EVs are the first batch of a broader initiative to introduce over 3,000 electric vehicles within the next three years. This move is designed to support Lagos State’s shift towards cleaner and smarter urban mobility, while directly competing with established e-hailing giants like Uber, Bolt, and InDrive. According to Lagride, the new EVs feature an impressive range…

Despite its market dominance in search, ads, and the Android ecosystem, Google continues to face an uphill battle in the smartphone market. According to recent data, its Pixel devices are lagging far behind competitors like Apple and Samsung, struggling to secure a meaningful market share. Data from Jemlit reveals a significant loyalty problem for Google’s Pixel line. Last year, a staggering 57% of users surveyed planned to switch to another brand. This trend shows little sign of improvement, with Google’s market share being a fraction of its main competitors. “Google’s smartphones remain stuck below a 5% market share in all…

AI in Nigeria, the nation’s leading force in artificial intelligence advocacy and development, today announced the third edition of its flagship annual conference, InnovateAI. The 2026 conference will be a defining moment in the country’s technological evolution, with the theme: “Responsible AI beyond Innovation.” Building on the successes of its previous editions, InnovateAI 2026 is poised to shape the national conversation on the critical issues of ethics, security, and governance in artificial intelligence. The inaugural InnovateAI 2024, themed “Adapting AI for Nigeria,” successfully catalysed policy discussions and attracted over 4,000 physical attendees, including AI Innovators, Academia, Researchers and Policy Makers…

At its annual Connect conference, Meta took the wraps off a series of new hardware and software products, reinforcing its commitment to AI-powered glasses and the metaverse. The event, which concluded with CEO Mark Zuckerberg and musician Diplo literally running off the stage to an after-party, highlighted the company’s vision of personal superintelligence and immersive digital worlds. Meta’s core focus was on AI glasses, positioning them as the ultimate form factor for a personal superintelligence. “It’s the only form factor that lets your AI see what you see, hear what you hear, and talk with you throughout the day,” the…

Jane Egerton-Idehen, Chief Executive Officer of Nigerian Communications Satellite Limited (NIGCOMSAT), has been named the new Vice Chair of the Global Satellite Operators Association (GSOA). This significant appointment was announced by Nigeria’s Minister of Communications, Innovations and Digital Economy, Dr. Bosun Tijani, via a LinkedIn post. Dr. Tijani highlighted the importance of this role, stating it not only recognizes Egerton-Idehen’s leadership but also cements Nigeria’s place at the table of global decision-making in the satellite and space ecosystem. According to the Minister, this milestone reflects Nigeria’s progress in strengthening its digital economy and fostering inclusive connectivity. He added that Egerton-Idehen’s…