Author: ITPulse

Nigeria is officially pivoting from being a passive consumer of foreign technology to a sovereign creator of it. This strategic shift was the core message from Kashifu Inuwa, Director General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), during his recent address at the InnovateAI Conference in Lagos. The move toward becoming an architect and builder of AI is driven by several critical factors, ranging from national security to cultural representation. Here is why this transition is now a national priority: Most global AI models are trained on datasets that lack adequate representation from Africa. Inuwa warned that this leads…

President Bola Tinubu has extended his warmest congratulations to Leo Stan Ekeh, the Founder and Chairman of the Zinox Group, as the legendary entrepreneur celebrates his 70th birthday. In a statement released by his Special Adviser, Bayo Onanuga, the President lauded Ekeh as a pioneering innovator whose impact on Nigeria’s Information Technology landscape remains unparalleled. President Tinubu reflected on the historic 2001 launch of Zinox’s indigenous computer line, calling it a groundbreaking moment for the nation. The President’s connection to this milestone is long-standing; as Governor of Lagos State at the time, Tinubu was a vocal champion for Ekeh’s vision,…

By Filip Filković Communication technology continues to evolve, and South African businesses are facing a transformative shift in how they connect with customers and collaborate internally. This is largely driven by rapid advancements in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and cloud-based platforms, resulting in the communication landscape undergoing a profound transformation. When considering the strategic priorities for businesses in South Africa, it is essential to focus on addressing core pain points that hinder growth and sustainability. These typically fall into several key categories, namely compliance, competition, security, reputation management and operational efficiency – revenue increase or cost decrease. AI plays a pivotal…

Engr. Gbenga Adebayo, Chairman of the Association of Licensed Telecommunications Operators of Nigeria (ALTON), has detailed the decisive intervention by the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) that successfully ended the long-standing ₦300 billion USSD debt crisis. Speaking during a high-profile visit to the Chairman of the NCC Board of Commissioners, Dr. Idris Olorunnimbe, Adebayo credited the Executive Vice Chairman of the NCC, Dr. Aminu Maida, with steering the telecommunications sector through one of its most delicate financial periods. Upon assuming office, Dr. Maida inherited a debt burden that had accumulated over four years, reaching nearly ₦300 billion. The lingering dispute between…

By Martin Ekpeke The Chief Executive Officer of the Internet Exchange Point of Nigeria (IXPN), Muhammed Rudman, today announced a strategic roadmap for 2026, headlined by the launch of the “upgrade & save” pricing model by the organisation. Announcing the pricing model at the annual Members Engagement Forum held today in Lagos, Rudman noted that the initiative is designed to help member organizations transition from multiple 100G ports to high-capacity 400G infrastructure, addressing the immediate demand for massive throughput driven by AI, 8K video, and cloud-native workloads. According to Rudman, the high-capacity demand from members is no longer a future…

Zoho Corporation, the global technology conglomerate, is celebrating three decades of operations with the announcement of two massive milestones: reaching one million paying customers and surpassing 150 million users globally. The 30th anniversary celebration follows a year of robust performance in 2025, during which the company saw a 32% growth in customers and a 20% increase in revenue. Founded on a philosophy of being bootstrapped, private, and building all technology in-house, Zoho Corporation—which includes Zoho (cloud solutions), ManageEngine (IT management), Qntrl (BPM), and TrainerCentral (e-learning) has carved a unique path in the tech industry. “Being bootstrapped and private makes Zoho…

Kashifu Inuwa, the Director General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), has called for a fundamental shift in Nigeria’s public sector, urging a move away from traditional bureaucracy toward digital excellence. Speaking at the official flag-off of the Civil Service Technology Empowerment for Capacity and High Performance (CIVTECH) Programme in Cross River State, Inuwa emphasized that the future of governance is inextricably linked to digital adoption. The programme, organized by the Cross River State Microfinance and Enterprise Development Agency (CRS MEDA), aims to provide 2,000 civil servants with the digital tools and skills necessary for modern service delivery.…

The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), in collaboration with the House of Representatives Spouses Association (HORSA), recently concluded a two-day capacity-building workshop in Abuja. The initiative, titled “Empowering Women for a Digital Future: Leadership, Wellbeing, and Opportunity,” aimed to integrate the spouses of Nigeria’s federal lawmakers into the nation’s rapidly evolving digital economy. Beyond basic computer skills, the programme addressed the multifaceted challenges of modern public life through several key focus areas. Financial and digital literacy sessions taught participants how to leverage technology for business growth and personal wealth management. The curriculum also covered cybersecurity and digital wellbeing to…

By James Edeh SMEs are widely regarded as the engine of economic growth. According to the Small and Medium Enterprises Development Agency of Nigeria (SMEDAN), in 2025, Nigerian SMEs continued to anchor the economy, representing approximately 96% of all businesses. These enterprises contributed over 48% to Nigeria’s GDP and accounted for between 84% of total employment. However, while the vast majority of SMEs play a vital role in national development, only a small minority have access to formal credit or the financial literacy required to scale and meet eligibility requirements. FairMoney Microfinance Bank (MFB), a leading technology-enabled bank in Nigeria, is…

GigaLayer, a leading force in Africa’s cloud infrastructure sector, has announced the acquisition of Registeram, a pioneer Nigerian domain registration and hosting firm. The move marks a major consolidation in the regional tech ecosystem as GigaLayer accelerates its aggressive strategy to dominate digital infrastructure across the continent. The acquisition of Registeram, which has been operational since 2008, is the latest in a high-velocity string of buyouts by GigaLayer. The company has successfully integrated several key brands—including Trudigits, Hub8, MainOne’s SMEinaBox, and LagosHost—positioning itself as the primary consolidator in a historically fragmented hosting industry. Ahmad Mukoshy, Founder and CEO of GigaLayer,…