Author: ITPulse

The Nigeria Internet Registration Association (NiRA) presents its report on .ng domain name registration and renewal statistics for the first quarter of 2025, highlighting the continued expansion of Nigeria’s digital footprint. The data underscores a consistent and significant adoption of the nation’s Country Code Top-Level Domain (ccTLD), reinforcing its pivotal role in the burgeoning Nigerian digital economy. During the period spanning January to March 2025, a total of 40,791 .ng domain names were recorded. This figure comprises 22,236 new registrations and 18,555 renewals, indicating a healthy balance between the acquisition of new digital identities and the sustained commitment of existing…

TD Africa, the undisputed leader in Africa’s technology distribution sector, has once again solidified its industry dominance by securing two prestigious awards at Huawei Day Nigeria 2025. This landmark three-day event, themed “Accelerating Industrial Intelligence,” celebrated Huawei’s 25-year journey in Nigeria and heralded a new era of AI-driven transformation. The Grand Ballroom of the Lagos Oriental Hotel, Victoria Island, played host to Nigeria’s leading tech innovators, policymakers, and industry leaders for this significant occasion. Representing TD Africa, CEO Mrs. Chioma Ekeh delivered an inspiring message emphasizing the power of collaboration. “I am excited to be here not just as a…

Artificial intelligence is changing our world, from scientific research and infrastructure to communication, finance, and efforts to fight climate change. As this technology develops, it is becoming a powerful force in both the public and private sectors. Governments around the world are racing to lead in AI. In the United States, major programs like the $500 billion Stargate AI initiative are pushing progress rapidly. At the same time, China is aiming for self-reliance and global leadership in AI, supported by affordable and open-source technologies from companies like DeepSeek. In everyday life, we can already see clear signs of change. AI…

Nigeria experienced a notable 85% decrease in data breaches in the first quarter of 2025 compared to the previous quarter, according to Surfshark’s latest global data breach analysis. Despite this substantial decline, with approximately 119 thousand accounts breached, Nigeria still ranks 34th globally in terms of the number of affected users. The global landscape also saw a significant downturn in data breaches, with a 93% drop from 973.7 million leaked accounts in the last quarter of 2024 to 68.3 million in Q1 2025. The United States, Russia, India, Germany, and Spain were the most affected countries during this period. Luís…

In a determined move to propel Nigeria towards sustainable national growth and empower its youth, the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) is intensifying its focus on research, and forging stronger ties with academia. Director General Kashifu Inuwa, CCIE, underscored the vital necessity of deep collaboration between academia, industry, and government during a recent visit from a Lancaster University, UK delegation. The delegation, led by Professor Kirk Semple, Director of International Research, engaged with NITDA at its Abuja headquarters to explore strategic partnerships under the Research and Innovation Partnership for Entrepreneurship (RIPE) program. This initiative aims to harness the power…

As stakeholders prepare for the 2025 IT Assembly and Annual General Meeting of the Computer Professionals (Registration Council) of Nigeria (CPN), all eyes are on the election of a new President/Chairman-in-Council. Professor G.A. Aderounmu stands out among the candidates for his proven leadership, integrity, and remarkable contributions to Nigeria’s ICT landscape. A former President of the Nigeria Computer Society (2015–2019), Prof. Aderounmu is widely respected as a visionary scholar, nation-builder, and innovator who has consistently delivered at every level—from academia to national ICT strategy. Currently serving as Director of OAU’s ICT & Africa Centre of Excellence (OAK-Park), Prof. Aderounmu has…

The city of Enugu, once famed for its coal deposits, is fast becoming a beacon of technological promise. This transformation was powerfully underscored at the Enugu Tech Festival, a landmark event organized by the Enugu State Government through the Ministry of Science and Technology under the leadership of Honourable Commissioner Dr. Prince Lawrence Ezeh. Themed “From Coal to Code,” the festival marked a bold shift from legacy industries to a future powered by innovation. The event featured a constellation of industry leaders including Dr. Peter Mbah, the Executive Governor of Enugu State; Dr. Bosun Tijani, Minister of Communications, Innovation and…

The President of the Centre for Cyber Awareness and Development (CECAD), Dr. Bayero Agabi has passionately called for a heightened focus on “cyber sanity” and responsible cyberspace utilization across all sectors of Nigerian society. He made this call while speaking at a recent conference in Abuja, underscoring the critical imperative for enhanced cyber awareness and the cultivation of responsibility at every echelon of governance and within the broader populace. “We need to encourage Internet users to take cyber responsibility at the local, regional, national, and international levels. This can be done through advocacy and public education,” he said. Bayero’s address…

KongaPay Technologies Limited has reached a significant milestone, securing three internationally recognized International Organization for Standardization (ISO) certifications. This achievement distinguishes KongaPay as one of the select few Mobile Money Operators licensed by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) to hold all three of these prestigious global standards. The fintech company has successfully been awarded: ISO 27001:2022 for Information Security Management: This certification highlights KongaPay’s dedication to robust information security protocols, ensuring the protection of customer data at every interaction. In an era marked by increasing cyber threats, KongaPay users can be confident that their financial information remains confidential and…

Pan-African payment solutions leader SeerBit has joined forces with Spectranet, Nigeria’s pioneering 4G LTE broadband service provider, to launch ExpressPay. This innovative payment option is designed to revolutionize how internet subscriptions are paid for and renewed, offering a seamless, efficient, and secure experience. Many internet users frequently experience service disruptions following subscription renewal due to delays in payment processing. This recurring issue, often compounded by the lack of real-time payment validation, is a significant source of frustration for subscribers. Furthermore, the inconvenience of manual payment methods and the limited availability of options like cards or USSD restrict customer flexibility, negatively…