Author: ITPulse

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…

On May 3, 2025, a powerful webinar titled “Breaking the Glass Ceiling” brought together leading professionals from across sectors to confront the ongoing issues of workplace discrimination, harassment, and gender bias that continue to hinder women’s advancement. Moderated by Funsho Anthony, the session featured voices such as Linda Ochugbua, Esohe Igbinoba, Amirah Oyegoke, Abigail Semono, and audience contributor Ayodeji Osatuyi, each drawing from personal and professional experience to address the realities women face and the changes needed to shift the narrative. In her keynote, Linda Ochugbua, a seasoned sales and marketing executive, spoke on the invisible walls many women still…

By Don Pedro Aganbi Technological innovation has permeated almost all aspects of life on Earth in the 21st century. Entire economies and societies are evolving due to these changes. Nigeria stands as an epitome of digital progress within Africa, leading the continent’s charge into the future alongside new technological innovations. Moreover, there are potential opportunities to further enhance the economy, enhance the quality of governance, expand access to telecommunications infrastructure, and many more. In Africa, Nigeria is fast becoming one of the largest digital economies driven by a burgeoning tech startup ecosystem, a youthful population, and rapid urbanization. Changes in…

In a significant move to realize Governor Charles Chukwuma Soludo’s vision of transforming Anambra State into Africa’s Silicon Valley and a Smart Mega City, the state government has unveiled the 1 Million Anambra Digital Tribe (1MADT) initiative. Spearheaded by the Solution Innovation District (SID), this groundbreaking program aims to democratize access to high-quality digital education for over one million Anambra residents and indigenes, completely free of charge. At the core of 1MADT is the SID Academy, a comprehensive Learning Management System (LMS). This platform enables participants to engage in learning anytime, anywhere, and at their own pace. The initiative offers…

The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Digital Trade Protocol is a pivotal milestone set to break down trade barriers and revolutionize commerce across the continent, according to Kashifu Inuwa, Director-General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA). Inuwa, whose keynote address was delivered by Engr. Salisu Kaka, Director of Digital Economy Development, at the Nigeria AfCFTA Hackathon 2025 in Lagos, highlighted the critical role of emerging technologies in driving efficiency, inclusivity, and sustainable economic growth across the $3 trillion trade bloc. The DG described the AfCFTA, which unites over 1.4 billion people, as one of the largest free…

Infobip is shifting the Formula 1 fan experience into high gear through a newly forged multi-year partnership with the MoneyGram Haas F1 Team. This collaboration will see Infobip’s cutting-edge cloud communications platform fuel a fresh era of digital engagement, crafting real-time, personalized interactions designed to bring fans closer to the thrilling world of F1. Driven by a shared passion for engineering excellence and relentless innovation, this partnership unites two high-performing teams dedicated to pushing boundaries both on the racetrack and in the digital realm. Infobip, a leading messaging platform hailing from America, will empower the MoneyGram Haas F1 Team to…

The Director General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), Kashifu Inuwa, has highlighted the immense potential of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), describing it as a massive free trade zone uniting over 1.4 billion people with a combined GDP exceeding $3 trillion. Speaking at the Nigeria AfCFTA Hackathon 2025 in Lagos, part of the Science of Trade Conference, the NITDA DG, represented by Engr. Salisu Kaka, emphasized the pivotal role of digital innovation in fostering efficiency, inclusivity, and sustainable economic growth within this burgeoning trade area. He underscored the AfCFTA Digital Trade Protocol as a crucial…

In a proactive move to ensure seamless adoption of its eKit solution throughout Africa, TD Africa, the continent’s leading technology distributor, partnered with global tech giant Huawei to host an exclusive Installer Workshop on April 30th at the Huawei Experience Centre, Oriental Hotel, Lagos. More than just an event, the workshop served as a strategic initiative to educate, empower, and onboard certified installers as TD Africa’s official field force for deploying Huawei’s eKit networking solutions to Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises (SMEs) across the continent. Recognizing that technology access alone is insufficient, TD Africa is bridging the gap between product and…