Author: ITPulse

Lagos, the pulsating heart of Africa, recently captivated the global technology community, asserting its position as a powerhouse of innovation at the GITEX Nigeria Tech Expo and Future Economy Conference and the GITEX Nigeria Startup Festival. Hosted concurrently on 3-4 September 2025 at the Eko Hotel Convention Centre and Landmark Centre respectively, these landmark events heralded a new era for Nigeria’s digital aspirations, firmly placing Lagos, and indeed the entire nation, on the global innovation map. The city, a vibrant tapestry of cultures and ambitions, buzzed with an electrifying energy as over 20,000 visitors, 3,000 tech professionals, and nearly 1,000…

By Olatayo Ladipo-Ajai The public sector in West Africa, much like in other parts of the world, is grappling with deep-rooted challenges. From rigid bureaucracies to outdated systems, the very institutions tasked with serving citizens often find themselves trapped in structures that stifle innovation and delay impact. Across Nigeria and much of West Africa, public institutions remain constrained by manual processes, fragmented systems, and limited digital infrastructure. These inefficiencies slow down decision-making, obstruct transparency, and leave frontline workers without the tools they need to serve citizens effectively. This is not just inconvenient, it represents a systemic failure that erodes public…

The Nigeria Internet Registration Association (NiRA) is proud to announce the return of its flagship digital economy conference, Tech Convergence, for its second edition. Scheduled for Tuesday, October 14, 2025, at the prestigious Transcorp Hilton Hotel, Abuja, the event promises to be a landmark gathering for Nigeria’s digital ecosystem. With the theme: “Building Nigeria’s Digital Future: The Internet as a Catalyst for Growth,” Tech Convergence 2.0 will bring together leading voices across government, industry, academia, civil society, and the private sector to deliberate on strategies that will position Nigeria as a leading digital powerhouse in Africa and beyond. The internet…

In Nigeria, small business owners and entrepreneurs are rapidly moving online. From fashion retailers to digital service providers, having a professional website has become a necessity. However, the high cost of premium WordPress products often discourages startups with limited budgets. The Problem with Traditional Pricing Premium themes and plugins typically cost ₦40,000–₦70,000 each. For a growing business, this creates a barrier to building a fully functional website. Many Nigerian entrepreneurs need cheaper and more sustainable alternatives. The GPL Advantage GPL (General Public License) resources solve this issue. Instead of paying per product, entrepreneurs can access the same premium-quality tools at…

The Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) has issued a public notice condemning deliberate attempts by some individuals to undermine its new Intelligent Company Registration Portal (ICRP). The notice reveals that certain users are intentionally bypassing the AI-driven system’s smart features during the registration process to discredit it. The iCRP was introduced to streamline and accelerate company registration, tackling a backlog of over 7,000 applications. While the initial deployment was hailed as a significant step toward modernizing Nigeria’s business environment, the CAC’s recent statement highlights a new challenge: user manipulation. According to the public notice, the iCRP is an AI-driven system that…

Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU) has underscored Africa’s capacity to move from resources to real transformation with a groundbreaking one-day AI & Robotics in Clinical Practice Symposium and the launch of OAK.io, an AI-powered line of smartphones and smartwatches. Held last week under the theme “Transforming Healthcare: AI-Driven Solutions for Nigeria’s Medical Future,” the symposium brought together leading academics, healthcare professionals, technology experts, students, and industry leaders to explore how artificial intelligence and robotics can revolutionize diagnosis, treatment, and healthcare delivery across Africa. Distinguished speakers included Prof. Phillip Ogunbona (University of Wollongong, Australia), Ms. Tilila El Moujahid (Microsoft, UAE), Prof. Olusegun…

A decisive call for collaboration, strategic market positioning, and patient capital has been issued by key players in Nigeria’s telecommunications sector to unlock the dormant potential of Mobile Virtual Network Operators (MVNOs). The resolution emerged from the sixth edition of the Telecoms Sector Sustainability Forum (TSSF) organised by Business Remarks at Ikeja, Lagos State, where stakeholders convened under the theme: Unlocking Nigeria’s MVNO Potential: Status, Trends, Investment, and Future Prospects. The forum, which brought together major mobile network operators (MNOs), the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), and licensed MVNOs, served as a candid platform to diagnose the critical challenges stifling the…

Lagride, the e-hailing service backed by the Lagos State government, announced a major fleet expansion today, adding 100 new electric vehicles (EVs) as part of an ambitious plan to capture 70% of the city’s e-hailing market. The company stated that the 100 new EVs are the first batch of a broader initiative to introduce over 3,000 electric vehicles within the next three years. This move is designed to support Lagos State’s shift towards cleaner and smarter urban mobility, while directly competing with established e-hailing giants like Uber, Bolt, and InDrive. According to Lagride, the new EVs feature an impressive range…

Despite its market dominance in search, ads, and the Android ecosystem, Google continues to face an uphill battle in the smartphone market. According to recent data, its Pixel devices are lagging far behind competitors like Apple and Samsung, struggling to secure a meaningful market share. Data from Jemlit reveals a significant loyalty problem for Google’s Pixel line. Last year, a staggering 57% of users surveyed planned to switch to another brand. This trend shows little sign of improvement, with Google’s market share being a fraction of its main competitors. “Google’s smartphones remain stuck below a 5% market share in all…

AI in Nigeria, the nation’s leading force in artificial intelligence advocacy and development, today announced the third edition of its flagship annual conference, InnovateAI. The 2026 conference will be a defining moment in the country’s technological evolution, with the theme: “Responsible AI beyond Innovation.” Building on the successes of its previous editions, InnovateAI 2026 is poised to shape the national conversation on the critical issues of ethics, security, and governance in artificial intelligence. The inaugural InnovateAI 2024, themed “Adapting AI for Nigeria,” successfully catalysed policy discussions and attracted over 4,000 physical attendees, including AI Innovators, Academia, Researchers and Policy Makers…