Author: ITPulse

It was an evening of glamour, prestige and celebration at the 2025 Titans of Tech Awards, as Nigeria’s most impactful technology leaders were honoured for their trailblazing contributions to the nation’s digital evolution. With the theme “Game Changers – Shaping the Future of Technology,” the event attracted the crème de la crème of industry, government and enterprise. Among the evening’s highest honours was the Lifetime Achievement Award, presented to Distinguished Senator Ayo Arise, a pioneering figure fondly referred to as “The Cardinal of Cards” and “The Digital Statesman.” The Cardinal of Cards: A Legacy of Innovation In a moving citation…

As part of Nigeria’s growing footprint in international space research, the National Space Research and Development Agency (NASRDA) is proud to announce its participation in the Crew-11 Mission, scheduled for launch today from the NASA Kennedy Space Center, Cape Canaveral, Florida. This mission carries the World Seeds Payload, a groundbreaking international agricultural experiment spearheaded by Jaguar Space, with contributions from eleven countries, including Nigeria. Nigeria’s contribution to this landmark mission includes six indigenous crop seeds—okra, cowpea, Guinea corn (sorghum), amaranth, maize, and melon—selected for their nutritional and agricultural significance. These seeds will be studied aboard the International Space Station (ISS)…

Galaxy Backbone Limited (GBB), Nigeria’s premier provider of digital infrastructure and shared services, is revolutionizing access to advanced technology, making facilities once exclusive to global tech giants now available to both government institutions and private sector organizations across Nigeria. This significant development was highlighted by Professor Ibrahim Adeyanju, Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of Galaxy Backbone, during his keynote address at the 11th annual ICTEL Expo, hosted by the Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI). Professor Adeyanju emphasized GBB’s unique mandate, seeing the organization as more than just a service provider, but a crucial nation-builder. He detailed how GBB operates…

By Martin Ekpeke The Nigerian Communications Satellite Limited (NIGCOMSAT) has conceded that its crucial mission to expand broadband access across the country is faltering. The agency points to a prolonged recruitment freeze and a severe shortage of technical expertise as the primary culprits. This candid admission came to light during a recent visit by Mr. Rafiu Adeladan, Permanent Secretary of the Federal Ministry of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, to NIGCOMSAT’s ground control station in Abuja. Also, a statement from Aisha Bantam, head of NIGCOMSAT’s corporate affairs department, confirmed that the decade-long staffing hiatus, coupled with a dearth of skilled…

Getz Pharma Nigeria Limited has teamed up with CHI Pharmaceuticals Limited, a member of the Tropical General Investments (TGI) Group, in a landmark partnership set to significantly improve access to essential medicines across Nigeria. This collaboration leverages CHI Pharma’s extensive nationwide distribution network, which includes over 5,000 registered pharmaceutical outlets, covering more than half of Nigeria’s licensed pharmacies. The strategic alliance, announced at CHI Pharma’s Lagos headquarters, gives Getz Pharma immediate access to a robust distribution infrastructure. Shriram Iyer, Chief Operating Officer at CHI Pharma, emphasized the depth of their network, stating, “Getz Pharma chose us for a reason. We…

By Aliyu Gaya One exceptionally commendable fact about the Bola Tinubu presidency is that it is not lacking in ambition and audacity. Courage defines the leader and Tinubu has it in good measure. Think about this: Tinubu wants to grow Nigeria’s net worth to a $1 trillion economy by 2030. While this shows ambition, it is much more a demonstration of audacity in leadership. To achieve this, Tinubu says Nigeria must lean on and encourage local production. He believes that achieving food security is the sine qua non for advancing the nation’s economy through heavy investments in the agriculture value…

Treepz, one of Africa’s fastest-growing corporate travel startups, has officially launched in Canada, which is a major milestone in its global journey. With full support from the Mayor of Brampton, Patrick Brown, and in partnership with organisations like the World Trade Center’s TAP program by Black Entrepreneurship Alliance, and the Brampton Entrepreneurs program, this move is a proud moment not just for Treepz but for Nigerian startups and Africa as a whole. From its humble beginnings in Nigeria in 2019, Treepz has grown into a Global Startup that operates in 25 cities across 5 countries — including Nigeria, Ghana, Kenya,…

The global insurance industry faces a $1.8 trillion protection gap – the difference between insured and uninsured losses across health, life, crop and catastrophe coverage. In Africa, this divide is even more pronounced. Insurance penetration remains below 3% of GDP across the continent, and most Africans have little to no coverage in the event of disaster, illness or loss of income*. According to insurance industry experts at global data and AI leader SAS, the industry must embrace data, analytics and AI to close this gap and build more inclusive, resilient financial ecosystems. “Insurance has always been a tool for building…

By Martin Ekpeke Cashless transactions in Nigeria surged to N295 trillion in the first quarter of 2025, according to a new report from the Nigeria Inter-Bank Settlement System (NIBSS). This marks a significant increase from the N237.11 trillion recorded in the corresponding quarter of 2024, highlighting a growing reliance on digital payments across the country. Key highlights from the NIBSS report: The NIBSS report reveals several key indicators of Nigeria’s accelerating shift towards a cashless economy: Total Cashless Transactions: Electronic payment channels facilitated a staggering N295 trillion in transactions during Q1 2025. Electronic Payment Channel Usage: Electronic payment channels were…

The National Space Research and Development Agency (NASRDA) has lauded Chief Owolabi Salis’s historic space mission as a powerful demonstration of Nigerians’ keen interest in participating in scientific, exploratory, tourism, and commercial space activities. In a congratulatory message signed by Dr. Felix Ale, NASRDA’s Director of Media and Corporate Communications, the space agency highlighted Chief Salis’s achievement as a significant opening for increased private sector engagement in Nigeria’s space program. Chief Owolabi Salis holds the distinction of being the first person of Nigerian birth to travel to space. His privately funded mission has not only garnered substantial international attention for…