NIN Database Hits 121 Million as NIMC Targets 95% National Coverage by Year-End 2025
The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) has recorded a significant milestone in Nigeria’s digital identity drive, with the National Identification Number (NIN) database growing by 7 million in the first half of 2025.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7, Flip 7 & Flip FE Tipped to Launch with Android 16 and One UI 8
Samsung is gearing up for a major Unpacked event on July 9, 2025, where it will officially launch its next-generation foldable smartphones — the Galaxy Z Fold 7, Galaxy Z Flip 7, and Galaxy Z Flip FE. According to fresh leaks from a trusted source,
Lagos is Ranked the World’s Fastest-Growing Emerging Tech Ecosystem in 2025
Lagos, Nigeria, has been named the world’s fastest-growing emerging technology ecosystem in 2025, according to a newly released report by Statisense, a global AI-powered data analytics firm.
Upskill Universe, HP, and Google Launch “Skills for Business” to Empower 10,000 African SMEs
Upskill Universe, in partnership with HP and Google, has launched a groundbreaking digital education initiative titled “Skills for Business”, designed to empower 10,000 Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) in Nigeria and South Africa.
Jumia Partners with Mirakl Ads to Transform Digital Advertising in African E-commerce
Jumia, Africa’s leading e-commerce platform, has announced a strategic partnership with Mirakl, the global leader in marketplace solutions, to deploy Mirakl Ads — a cutting-edge retail media platform that enhances advertising opportunities for both first-party and third-party sellers.
NCC Opens Licensing for International A2P Messaging Aggregator Services in Nigeria
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has officially opened applications for its newly introduced International Application-to-Person (A2P) Messaging Aggregator Services licence.
Turkey Blocks Grok AI Content Over Alleged Insults to Erdogan, Atatürk, and Religious Values
On Wednesday, a Turkish court blocked access to specific content from Grok, the AI chatbot developed by Elon Musk’s company xAI, following accusations that the system generated responses insulting Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan, modern Turkey’s founder, Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, and religious values.
Trump Media Launches Truth+ TV Streaming Platform Globally, Featuring Newsmax Channel
Trump Media & Technology Group (TMTG) has officially launched Truth+, a global TV streaming platform that now includes the conservative news channel Newsmax, significantly expanding the company’s media footprint beyond the United States.
Africa Shines at WSIS+20: Innovation Wins for Nigeria, South Africa, Tanzania & Zimbabwe
frica took the global spotlight at the WSIS+20 High-Level Event, with Nigeria, South Africa, Tanzania, and Zimbabwe winning top honours for their groundbreaking digital initiatives.
MTN and Huawei Launch Nigeria’s First 800G Optical Network, Boosting Broadband Speeds and Digital Resilience
MTN Nigeria, in collaboration with Huawei, has successfully deployed the nation’s first hybrid 400G–800G Automatically Switched Optical Network (ASON). This next-generation backbone upgrade marks a significant milestone in boosting Nigeria’s broadband capacity, speed, and network resilience.
