The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has announced plans to make more affordable smartphones available in Nigeria, as device prices continue to surge due to inflation and currency depreciation. NCC Moves to Address Rising Smartphone Costs Speaking during a media briefing in Abuja, the Executive Vice Chairman of the NCC, Aminu Maida, acknowledged the growing burden…
Retro Computing Community Revives the IBM PCjr The IBM PCjr, once considered one of IBM’s least successful personal computers, is attracting fresh attention from the retro computing community. Decades after the system disappeared from the mainstream market, a new preservation project has successfully reconstructed the computer’s BIOS using original x86 assembly listings. The achievement gives…
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) wrapped up its testimony against Binance on Friday, accusing the cryptocurrency platform of conducting “hidden operations” in Nigeria without proper authorization. Dr. Olubukola Akinwunmi, Director of Banking Supervision at the CBN. Presented his final statements before Justice Emeka Nwite at the Federal High Court in Abuja. The case, initiated…
The Industrial Training Fund (ITF), in partnership with the Cement Technology Institute of Nigeria (CTIN). Has unveiled a major plan to train 100,000 artisans across Nigeria in a bid to tackle the country’s growing construction challenges. The programme, set to launch on April 21, 2026, at Eko Hotels and Suites in Lagos, will bring together…
Eight of Nigeria’s biggest power generation companies have signed onto President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s ₦3.3 trillion debt settlement plan. Marking a major step toward stabilising the country’s struggling electricity sector. Major Power Firms Back Debt Settlement Plan Leading operators, including Transcorp Power, Egbin Power, and Geregu Power Plc, are among the generation companies (GenCos) backing…
Nigeria is ramping up efforts to close its electricity gap as the Rural Electrification Agency (REA) releases ₦9 billion to accelerate solar mini-grid projects across underserved communities. Solar Push Targets Four States The funding will support the rollout of mini-grid systems in Taraba, Kogi, Kwara, and Niger States. Bringing reliable electricity to areas largely excluded…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved a massive ₦3.3 trillion payment plan aimed at clearing long-standing debts and restoring stability to Nigeria’s Power Sector. Clearing Decade-Long Power Sector Debts The payment plan is part of the Presidential Power Sector Financial Reforms Programme, designed to resolve legacy debts that have accumulated between 2015 and 2025. After…
The Edo State Government has issued a licence for the construction of a 100-megawatt Independent Power Project (IPP). Marking a significant step toward improving electricity supply in the state. The approval was granted to CCETC–Ogua Energy Limited, with the State Commissioner for Power, Paul Usenbo, formally presenting the licence in Benin City. The project is…
President Bola Tinubu has ordered the deployment of over 5,000 surveillance cameras across Plateau State following the recent deadly attacks in Jos. The directive came during his visit to the state after the Palm Sunday violence in Angwan Rukuba. Which left more than 25 people dead and several others injured. According to the presidency, the…
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has introduced a new cybersecurity audit tool for Banks and fintech companies, directing all regulated institutions to complete the audit. In a circular dated March 30, the apex bank said the move is part of broader efforts to strengthen the resilience of Nigeria’s financial system against rising cyber threats….
