Author: ITPulse

Over 500 leaders and experts from the global Internet industry are set to gather in Lagos, Nigeria, for the 15th annual African Peering & Interconnection Forum (AfPIF) from August 19-21 at the Lagos Continental Hotel. The forum will bring together a diverse group of stakeholders, including Internet Exchange Points (IXPs), data centers, cloud services, and government representatives. They will discuss how to improve Africa’s Internet ecosystem by focusing on infrastructure development, network interconnection, and content hosting. The goal is to reduce costs, enhance performance, and enhance the continent’s digital independence. This year’s AfPIF will pay special attention to the West…

NITDA Director-General, Kashifu Inuwa, has stressed the importance of integrating intelligence, security, and sustainability into Nigeria’s innovation ecosystem to drive the nation’s digital transformation. Speaking at the 19th International Conference of the Nigerian Computer Society (NCS), Inuwa emphasized that these three elements are crucial for national progress and global competitiveness. According to Inuwa, intelligence, security, and sustainability are inseparable drivers of progress. He highlighted that security is the foundation upon which trust is built, which is vital in a digital environment plagued by scams and cybercrime. He compared “innovation without security” to “a high-performance race car without brakes,” underscoring its…

The Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) has officially accredited 16 technology companies to serve as providers for its new e-invoicing platform. This announcement comes as the FIRS initiative, aimed at modernizing tax administration, officially began on August 1st. The list of approved service providers was unveiled by Mike Adoga, the FIRS’ Acting Director of Tax Automation. These companies, which have been certified by the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), have been vetted to ensure they possess the necessary infrastructure and capacity to facilitate taxpayer onboarding. Adoga stated that more companies will be added to the list as they receive…

By Martin Ekpeke Nigeria’s vibrant internet landscape saw a slight contraction in May 2025, as active subscriptions across all major networks experienced a minor dip, a situation industry analysts suggest could be a normal market fluctuation or a result of economic factors impacting consumer spending on data services. According to recently released data from the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), the total number of internet subscriptions, including mobile, fixed, and VOIP fell to 141.1 million, a 0.3% decrease from the 141.5 million recorded in April. The data highlights a momentary pause in the country’s otherwise consistent growth in internet connectivity. While…

The global tech industry is in the midst of a significant shift, with a wave of layoffs impacting more than just a few companies, as a combination of economic uncertainty, high interest rates, and the rapid advancement of artificial intelligence (AI) has led to widespread job cuts. According to data collected by RationalFX, more than 138,000 people in the tech sector have lost their jobs so far in 2025. If this trend continues, the total number of layoffs could surpass 242,000 by the end of the year. This isn’t a future concern; it’s a current reality. The data shows that…

Gareth Morgan, a Canadian organizational theorist in his seminal book, Images of Organizations (1986)   introduced eight organizational metaphors as archetypes of organizations. Among these metaphors, is the psychic prison metaphor. The key elements of the psychic prison metaphor include; Unconscious processes, groupthink, historical baggage, self-fulfilling prophecy, myths and metaphors. Crucial points to note in the psychic prison metaphor are that organizations can be hindered by unconscious fears, desires, and psychological defense mechanisms; that past successes or traumas can condition future behavior and decision-making processes; and that our belief systems can shape our actions, which may be progressive or regressive. As…

Twenty-four years ago, Nigeria took a giant leap into the digital age. The year was 2001, and the arrival of digital mobile telephony rewrote the nation’s economic, social, and even cultural script. What a ride it has been.   From the moment those first SIM cards hit the market, a quiet revolution began. No, not in the dusty corridors of power or the high towers of industry, but in the hands of ordinary Nigerians. The change was instant and irreversible. Suddenly, you could call anyone, anywhere, anytime. Businesses found new ways to connect, families stayed in touch across continents, and…

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has detailed how its collaboration with the Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA) successfully prevented a nationwide strike by the Natural Oil and Gas Suppliers Association of Nigeria (NOGASA). The strike, if carried out, would have cut off the supply of diesel to telecommunications sites, severely disrupting connectivity across the country. In a statement, the NCC’s Head of Public Affairs, Nnenna Ukoha, explained that the commission provided technical and regulatory guidance during a mediation effort, whose goal was to highlight the potential threats of a service disruption to national security, the economy, and daily…

The Chairman of the Zinox Group, Leo Stan Ekeh has urged the Federal Government to prioritize affordable electricity for the nation’s educational and research institutions. His message resonated with participants at the 19th International Conference of the Nigeria Computer Society (NCS) in Kano, who acknowledged that unreliable and costly power is a major obstacle to innovation and digital progress. Ekeh argued that targeted subsidies for universities, polytechnics, and research centers are essential for Nigeria’s future. He stressed that a lack of consistent power prevents students and faculty from having uninterrupted access to the digital tools needed to compete in a…

A new collaboration between Google and GOMYCODE, called “Build with AI,” will provide up to 1,000 Nigerian developers with essential generative AI skills. This program aims to cultivate a new generation of tech talent capable of creating innovative and globally competitive products that address local challenges. The 11-week program will provide access to advanced AI tools, such as Gemini, and a curriculum overseen by Google experts. It will be delivered through GOMYCODE’s network of hackerspaces, using a blended approach of in-person instruction and hands-on, mentored lab work. The goal is to bridge the skills gap and accelerate the development of…