Author: ITPulse

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…

MTN Nigeria has announced its full compliance with the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) directive to compensate subscribers affected by recent service shortfalls. The telecommunications giant confirmed that consumers in areas where network disruptions were recorded will receive compensation for November, December, and January. This move follows a regulatory framework designed by the NCC to protect consumer interests and ensure accountability within the telecom sector. In a statement reflecting the company’s customer-first philosophy, MTN described its subscribers as the lifeblood of its business, noting that the NCC’s directive aligns with its internal mission to provide a reliable and high-quality digital experience…

By Martin Ekpeke The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has expressed satisfaction with the current trajectory of investments within the telecommunications sector, disclosing that one major operator has already invested over $1 billion this year alone. Speaking during a media engagement in Lagos today, the Executive Vice Chairman of the NCC, Dr. Aminu Maida, revealed that the sector is seeing significant financial commitments despite global economic headwinds, asserting that continuous capital injection is vital for the industry’s survival and growth. Dr. Maida attributed this surge in investment to deliberate government policies aimed at providing predictability and certainty, particularly regarding the availability…

The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has saved the Nigerian government over ₦319 billion in the past year by reviewing Information Technology projects valued at more than ₦1.5 trillion. The Director-General of NITDA, Kashifu Inuwa, disclosed these figures while highlighting the agency’s regulatory achievements across federal Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs). Despite these savings, Inuwa raised concerns over a historical trend where more than 56 percent of IT projects have failed to meet expectations due to poor planning and a lack of technical oversight. To combat this, NITDA is introducing stricter guidelines focused on professional certification, quality assurance, and…