Author: ITPulse

Interswitch, one of Africa’s leading integrated payments and digital commerce companies, is solidifying its role as a key partner in public sector transformation by driving significant strides in revenue optimization and financial transparency across both Nigeria and Kenya. In Nigeria, the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) has officially accredited Interswitch as an Access Point Provider and System Integrator for the nation’s mandatory e-invoicing system. This system, part of the Monitoring, Billing, and Settlement (MBS) platform, went live on August 1, 2025, for large taxpayers with an annual turnover exceeding ₦5 billion. The initiative is a crucial step in combating tax…

The inaugural GITEX NIGERIA concluded last week Thursday in Lagos, as West Africa’s largest tech, AI, and startup show cast a spotlight on the influence of emerging local and regional entrepreneurs. GITEX NIGERIA took place across Abuja and Lagos from 1-4 September. Supported by the Federal Ministry of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy with the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), the event was endorsed by Lagos State Government and organised by KAOUN International, global producer of GITEX events. Taking place in Nigeria’s commercial and innovation capital, the GITEX NIGERIA Startup Festival showcased the strength and depth of an ecosystem…

QNET, a global lifestyle and wellness company, has launched Harmoniq, a new line of wearable wellness patches that use gentle signals to “remind” the body how to function at its best. This bio-signaling technology works by tapping into the body’s natural communication system, helping restore balance without the need for drugs or invasive methods. The debut products — Harmoniq Vivid, which supports sharper focus, and Harmoniq Soothe, which provides lasting pain relief — are designed for people on the move who want safe, convenient solutions. Why does this matter? In today’s fast-paced, hyperconnected world, people are not only struggling to…

FlashChange, a fast-growing digital asset trading and fintech company, is proud to announce its membership with the Stakeholders in Blockchain Technology Association of Nigeria (SiBAN), the leading self-regulatory body for blockchain and digital assets in Nigeria. This milestone underscores FlashChange’s commitment to industry best practices, user protection, and responsible innovation as it continues to build trust in the evolving blockchain and digital finance ecosystem. Speaking on the development, Bidemi Oke, CEO FlashChange, said: “FlashChange is excited to become a member of SIBAN, as we see this as a significant step toward strengthening our role within Nigeria’s blockchain and digital asset…

PalmPay, a leading neobank in Africa, reaffirmed its dedication to building a trusted financial ecosystem at GITEX 2025, the continent’s premier technology summit in Lagos. On day two of the event, Chibuzor Melah, Vice President of Partnerships at PalmPay, joined a panel discussion titled “From Idea to Infrastructure – The African Tech Executive & Founders’ Playbook.” The session focused on how bold ideas are transforming into scalable systems across Africa’s growing digital economy. Melah highlighted the key challenges facing financial inclusion in Africa, such as a heavy reliance on cash and low financial literacy, emphasizing that overcoming these obstacles requires…

By Martin Ekpeke New research conducted by Arion Research on behalf of Zoho, global technology company has revealed that Nigerian businesses are setting a global standard in balancing artificial intelligence (AI) adoption with robust privacy protection. The study titled: The AI Privacy Equation: The Nigerian Model of Responsible AI Adoption was unveiled yesterday to the media at the Zoholics Nigeria, the company’s annual user conference held in Lagos. “This latest study around AI and Privacy proves that Nigerian businesses are leading the way in responsible AI adoption, as they temper the new technology with privacy measures,” said Kehinde Ogundare, Country…

GITEX Nigeria 2025 was not only a great success but also a landmark event that showcased Nigeria’s rising stature in the global technology space, attracting thousands of technology professionals and stakeholders from across the continent. Among the most astounding highlights was the official unveiling of the Computerise Nigeria Initiative by Nigeria’s integrated ICT solution company and OEM Zinox Technologies, in partnership with KongaCares, at the Eko Convention Centre in Lagos. The ambitious one-computer-per-child program aims to provide at least one million young Nigerians with laptops and supporting digital infrastructure. It represents one of the boldest corporate social responsibility efforts in…

The Aurora Tech Award, in partnership with The Nest Innovation Technology Park, announces the launch of the Foundry for HER Bootcamp — a three-day, high-impact virtual accelerator designed exclusively for early-stage women-led tech startups in Nigeria. Running from October 15–17, 2025, the bootcamp will equip female founders with the practical tools, expert mentorship, and investor readiness needed to scale  and successfully apply for the global Aurora Tech Award Open Call 2026. Applications for the fully online bootcamp are open from September 8 to October 3, 2025.  The three-day program (October 15–17, 2025) will train 120 early-stage women founders from Nigeria…

The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has forged a strategic partnership with global cybersecurity giant Kaspersky to strengthen Nigeria’s digital defenses. The collaboration, formalized through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed on the sidelines of GTIEX Nigeria in Lagos, is a key step in safeguarding the nation’s digital infrastructure and aligns with the NITDA’s Strategic Roadmap and Action Plan (SRAP 2.0). According to Kashifu Inuwa, NITDA’s Director General, the human element is the most critical part of cybersecurity. “More than 95% of cyber breaches are caused by human error. Our first line of defense must be the people. We…

…. Lagos Attracts $6 Billion Tech Fund- Sanwolu, …. Digital Economy’s Contribution to GDP to Reach 21 Percent by 2027-Bosun Tijani After over a decade of active participation in prestigious global technology event, the Gulf Information Technology Exhibition (GITEX) in Dubai, UAE, and similar platform in Marrakech, Morocco, in Berlin, Germany —an initiative originally championed by the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), Nigeria has taken a bold step forward organising the event in the country. On Monday, the nation proudly inaugurated its own international technology exhibition in Abuja, marking a significant milestone in its digital transformation journey. This landmark…