Author: ITPulse

The Minister of Regional Development, Hon. Engr. Abubakar Momoh, has officially endorsed “The Nigeria Digital Heroes,” a new book authored by Dr. Bayero Agabi, President of Digivation Global Network and Vice President of the Nigeria Internet Group. The endorsement came during a recent audience with Dr. Agabi in the Minister’s Abuja office. Minister Momoh emphasized that his endorsement stems from the book’s comprehensive chronicling of Nigeria’s Information and Communications Technology (ICT) industry, tracing its development and evolution from the post-independence era to the present day. Dr. Agabi, a prominent Nigerian ICT pioneer and broadcast journalist, explained that “The Nigeria Digital…

Dr. Bosun Tijani, the Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, has announced that telecommunications giant MTN Nigeria has invested a significant ₦3 billion in the 3 Million Technical Talents (3MTT) program since its inception. The Minister, who disclosed this in his social media handles, noted that this substantial commitment underscores the critical role of public-private partnerships in driving Nigeria’s ambitious digital transformation agenda. Minister Tijani lauded MTN Nigeria for its long-term support, acknowledging the cumulative ₦3 billion investment as a testament to their dedication. “As an early supporter of the initiative, MTN has played a vital role in enabling inclusive…

By Martin Ekpeke The Lagos State Government has officially launched the Lagos Identity Project, a groundbreaking digital house-numbering system poised to revolutionize property identification, service delivery, and urban planning across the state. Unveiled on Tuesday in Alausa, the initiative marks a significant step towards a smarter, more efficient Lagos. Dr. Olajide Babajide, Special Adviser to Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu on Enterprise Geographic Information System (e-GIS), introduced the project, emphasizing its capacity to resolve long-standing challenges such as tax evasion, untraceable addresses, and delayed emergency response times. “This project is about providing Lagosians with the world-class services they truly deserve,” Babajide stated.…

By Martin Ekpeke The Executive Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Mr. Ola Olukoyede, has issued a powerful call to action, urging Batch A Stream II corps members to become active participants in the nation’s fight against corruption. Speaking on June 24, 2025, to young Nigerians at National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) orientation camps across the country, Olukoyede challenged them to be “generals” in this crucial battle, rather than succumb to the allure of internet fraud. Olukoyede’s address emphasized the severe consequences of corruption on the future of the youth. He warned that an “ex-convict cannot hold…

Google today announced the selection of 17 promising tech startups for its Google for Startups Accelerator: Africa Class 9 program. These innovative startups, hailing from Ghana, Ethiopia, Kenya, Nigeria, Rwanda, Senegal, and South Africa, are leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) to address significant challenges across diverse sectors, including fintech, agritech, healthtech, and professional services. Notably, Nigerian startups GoNomad and Apexloads (Kenya) are among the selected. African startups often face significant hurdles in scaling their operations, particularly in securing essential support, mentorship, and funding. Programs like the Google for Startups Accelerator: Africa play a crucial role in providing these opportunities, enabling tech…

Sophos, a global leader in innovative security solutions, today released its State of Ransomware 2025 Report, revealing five significant findings about the evolving landscape of ransomware attacks. The report indicates that nearly 50% of companies paid the ransom to recover their data, marking the second-highest rate of ransom payment in six years. This year’s report is the sixth edition of Sophos’ vendor-agnostic survey, which gathers insights from IT and cybersecurity leaders across 17 countries to understand the impact of ransomware on businesses. Five Key Findings: More Companies are Stopping Attacks in Progress: 44% of companies were able to halt ransomware…

Data presented by Stocklytics has shown that Nvidia has climbed to the top of the elite group, becoming the fifth most valuable brand globally with a value of $500 billion, overtaking global giants like Facebook, Instagram, and McDonald’s. Nvidia’s meteoric rise began around 2016 but accelerated sharply from 2020 onward. Once known mainly to gamers and chip enthusiasts, the company has become one of the world’s most valuable companies and a symbol of the AI revolution. Riding the wave of the AI boom, Nvidia’s brand value has skyrocketed, placing it ahead of global icons like Facebook, Instagram, and McDonald’s. According…

Stakeholders from Nigeria’s transportation sector and law enforcement agencies are calling for a collaborative approach, increased safety education, and standardized regulations to tackle the security challenges posed by ride-hailing services. This consensus emerged from the inDrive Safety Education Summit 2.0, held on Friday, June 20, 2025. Timothy Oladimeji, Country Representative for inDrive Nigeria, stated in his welcome address that the summit aimed to generate insights that would help inDrive collaborate with other stakeholders to ensure the safety of both drivers and riders. The summit also sought to bridge the education gap among users regarding inDrive’s safety features. Oladimeji emphasized that…

The rapid adoption of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the business sector, while boosting efficiency, has introduced a significant risk: employees using unauthorized AI tools. Data from Stocklytics.com reveals that half of all professionals have used unapproved AI tools at work, directly exposing sensitive company data to potential breaches. AI has transitioned from an experimental technology to a fundamental part of business operations across diverse industries. As of 2025, 56% of companies have already integrated AI, with an additional 32% just beginning their AI journey. While the benefits of AI in automating tasks like data analysis, customer service, and content creation…

In a rousing declaration that is electrifying minds across the continent, Hon. Nnaemeka Ani, Special Adviser on ICT to Enugu State Governor, Dr. Peter Mbah, has called for a homegrown digital revolution under the banner “Africa Will Rise: By Code, By Courage, By Us.” The message, part challenge, part philosophical, seeks to galvanize African innovators to move beyond buzzwords and build technology with impact and legacy in mind. Let’s stop building for hype. Let’s start building for legacy,” Ani urged while speaking to ICT journalists over the weekend. “Let’s stop waiting for someone else. Let’s start creating the future—on our…