Author: ITPulse

Fintech innovation in Nigeria has experienced significant growth in recent years. Of the nine unicorns across Africa, five are Nigerian, and four of those are fintech companies. While many rightly argue that this success should be replicated in other sectors, a key takeaway for new fintech companies is that marketing now requires more than just elegant code and deep funding. Real traction lies in understanding how Nigerians already relate to money, communally, emotionally, and socially, not just digitally. Across villages and megacities alike, millions still rely on informal saving and lending systems grounded in trust and shared responsibility. These frameworks…

Kaspersky has partnered with INTERPOL in a major operation, dubbed Serengeti 2.0, that led to the arrest of 1,209 suspected cybercriminals and the recovery of $97.4 million. The operation, which ran from June to August 2025, targeted high-impact cybercrimes across the African continent. The joint effort involved investigators from 18 African countries and the United Kingdom. It successfully dismantled 11,432 malicious infrastructures that had targeted nearly 88,000 victims. Kaspersky contributed to the operation by providing threat intelligence data and indicators of compromise (IoCs) on various threats, including ransomware, online scams and business email compromise (BEC). In a specific case requested…

MTN Nigeria has successfully restored network services to 101 sites across 15 local government areas in Adamawa, Borno, and Kano states. The restoration follows a scheduled network maintenance operation aimed at improving service reliability in the region. The maintenance, which occurred on Sunday, August 24, involved upgrading a damaged section of the network by cutting over traffic to a new fiber span along the AFCOT-Bawo Village route in Adamawa State. The entire process was completed before 1 PM on the same day. The affected services, including 2G, 3G, 4G, and enterprise connectivity, have been fully restored and are now operating…

Digital Realty, a premier global provider of data center, colocation, and interconnection solutions, has launched its third data center in Lagos, South West Nigeria, which will not only shape the country’s digital future but also the social and economic fabric of its communities. The new facility, tagged LKK2, significantly expands the company’s footprint in West Africa, reinforcing its commitment to advancing Nigeria’s digital transformation and fueling local economic growth. It will also help unlock Nigeria’s market potential and accelerate its progress toward its 2030 development goals and the UN Sustainable Development Goals by providing enterprises with the capacity to grow…

When the final gavel fell on the 9th Session of the Babcock International Model United Nations (BIMUN) Conference, something much bigger than a debate came to a close. For four days, from August 3rd – 7th, 2025, a diverse group of young minds—from high school students to young professionals—gathered under the theme “UN@80 and the Pact for the Future: Youth as Change-makers in Global Governance.” This was no ordinary conference; it was a launchpad for future leaders, and its impact will resonate long after the delegates returned home. A Forum of Ideas, A Call to Action The spirit of BIMUN…

Nigeria is at the forefront of Africa’s digital economy, and its tech ecosystem is gaining momentum through government initiatives, global tech enterprises and a flourishing startup scene. This growth is set to propel the country toward its ambitious goal of becoming a US$1 trillion economy by 2030. At the heart of this ambition is the inaugural Gitex Nigeria 2025, a premier event bringing together local and international decision-makers to focus on digital transformation. The event, held under the patronage of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, is set to take place in Abuja and Lagos from September 1-4, 2025. It is supported…

The Federal Government has officially removed the 5% excise duty on telecommunications services. This decision, which overturns a proposed reintroduction of the tax, is expected to provide relief to over 170 million Nigerian subscribers by ensuring the affordability of voice and data services. According to Dr. Aminu Maida, the Executive Vice-Chairman of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), this move will drive growth in the country’s telecom sector, ease financial pressure on consumers, and promote digital inclusion nationwide. “The president has been magnanimous in removing the 5% excise duty on telecommunications services. He believed the tax was an unnecessary burden on…

By Martin Ekpeke Dr. Bosun Tijani, the Minister of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy, is celebrating his second anniversary in office, reflecting on the progress and milestones achieved since President Bola Ahmed Tinubu swore him into office. In a social media post, the minister detailed key accomplishments across his ministry’s strategic pillars, which are part of a broader blueprint aimed at transforming Nigeria’s digital landscape. According to the post, a cornerstone of his administration has been the development of a skilled digital workforce. The 3 Million Technical Talent (3MTT) programme has already trained over 125,000 Nigerians. Additionally, more than 225,000…

As part of an effort to solidify its strong presence in West Africa, Digital Realty, the leading global provider of carrier-neutral data center, colocation, and interconnection solutions, will today open its third data center in Lagos, South-West Nigeria. The launch today will further accelerate digital transformation across the region and expand access to its global data center platform, PlatformDIGITAL®. Located in the nearby coastal area of Lekki, LKK2 adds nearly 2MW of installed IT capacity across nearly 13,000 square feet of data hall space, supporting the growing demand for scalable, high-performance infrastructure across Nigeria and the broader region. Announcing this…

The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has commended Google, Microsoft, and TikTok for their compliance with the Code of Practice for Interactive Computer Service Platforms/Internet Intermediaries. In a statement signed by Mrs Hadiza Umar, Director, Corporate Communications & Media Relations Department at NITDA, these platforms recently submitted their 2024 compliance reports, which highlight significant efforts to promote online safety and manage harmful content in Nigeria. The Code of Practice, a joint initiative by NITDA, the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), and the National Broadcasting Commission (NBC), outlines clear guidelines for a safer digital environment. The compliance reports reveal detailed statistics…