FG Says Katsina Smart Schools Will Drive Nigeria’s Tech-Driven Education Future
The Federal Government has said the establishment of Smart Model Secondary Schools in Katsina State will strengthen Nigeria’s transition toward technology-driven education and equip students with critical digital and innovation skills needed for the global economy. Speaking during the inauguration of the Smart Model Secondary School in Radda community, Katsina State, Nigeria’s Minister of Education, […]
AbdulRazaq Pushes for Tech-Driven ‘Smart’ Education Across Nigeria
AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq has called for a nationwide transition to technology-driven education, stressing that Nigeria must embrace smart learning systems to remain competitive in an increasingly digital global economy. The Kwara State governor made the call during the commissioning of the Katsina State Smart Secondary School in Radda, describing the project as a blueprint for the […]
Enugu Gaming Conference 2026 to Spotlight Nigeria’s Expanding iGaming Tech Market
The upcoming Enugu Gaming Conference 2026 has been unveiled as a major platform aimed at driving conversations around technology, regulation, investment, and innovation in Nigeria’s rapidly growing iGaming sector. Scheduled to hold in Enugu State, the conference will convene regulators, gaming operators, fintech executives, investors, legal experts, and policymakers under the theme: “Code, Capital and […]
Tech-Driven Learning Critical to Nigeria’s Human Capital Growth — Alausa
Nigeria’s Minister of Education, Tunji Alausa, has emphasised that technology-driven learning is essential to unlocking the country’s human capital potential, warning that digital skills are now critical for building a globally competitive workforce. Speaking at the commissioning of the Katsina State Smart Secondary School, the minister described the project as a strategic investment in Nigeria’s […]
UK-Trained Nigerians Driving Innovation in Tech, Culture, Healthcare — British Council
A new wave of Nigerian professionals educated in the United Kingdom is playing a pivotal role in driving innovation and social progress across key sectors, the British Council has said. The organisation made this known at its Study UK Alumni Awards held in Lagos, where leaders in law, technology, culture, and healthcare gathered to celebrate […]
FG Targets 70% Digital Literacy, Prioritises Teacher Upskilling
The Federal Government has identified teacher training and upskilling as critical to achieving its target of 70 percent digital literacy by 2027, as Nigeria accelerates efforts to build a technology-driven economy. Director-General of the National Information Technology Development Agency, Kashifu Inuwa, made this known during a stakeholders’ dialogue in Abuja focused on aligning Nigeria’s education […]
CBN Tightens BVN Rules to Curb ₦1.2tn Fraud Risk, Aligns Nigeria with Global Standards
Nigeria’s digital finance ecosystem is set for a major regulatory shake-up as the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) introduces stricter governance rules for the Bank Verification Number (BVN), targeting rising fraud risks across the country’s fast-growing electronic payments space. The revised framework, scheduled to take effect from May 1, 2026, is designed to strengthen identity […]
Nigeria Seeks Public Input on Proposed Child Online Safety Regulations
The Federal Ministry of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy has launched a nationwide public consultation on proposed regulations aimed at improving online safety for children using social media and digital platforms. Announcing the initiative on Tuesday, the Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Bosun Tijani, said the consultation is designed to gather feedback from […]
Nigerians Can Now Use Google AI in Yorùbá and Hausa
Google has expanded the language capabilities of its AI-powered Search tools to include Yorùbá and Hausa, enabling millions of Nigerians to interact with artificial intelligence in their native languages. The update introduces support for the languages across features such as AI Overviews and AI Mode, allowing users to ask questions, explore topics, and receive AI-generated […]
Nigeria Joins Global Pact to Combat AI Privacy Abuse
Nigeria has joined more than 60 countries in endorsing a global agreement aimed at protecting individuals from privacy violations linked to artificial intelligence technologies capable of generating realistic images and videos. The agreement, titled the “Joint Statement on AI-Generated Imagery and the Protection of Privacy,” was coordinated by the Global Privacy Assembly through its International […]
