Digital infrastructure key to Nigeria’s economic growth – Oyedele
The Honourable Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Taiwo Oyedele, has reaffirmed the Federal Government’s commitment to strengthening Nigeria’s…
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FG unveils cloud policy, targets $750m investment in 24 months
The Federal Government of Nigeria has unveiled a National Digital Cloud Policy aimed at attracting $750 million in private investment into Nigeria’s…
SEC cautions fintechs on rising risks in digital finance
The Securities and Exchange Commission Nigeria has warned fintech operators that technology, while expanding access to investment opportunities, can also magnify risks…
Digital payments now handle 43% of Nigeria’s fuel transactions
Digital payment channels now account for 43 per cent of fuel transactions in Nigeria, underscoring a rapid shift away from cash in…
Cash remains vital amid digital payments surge — Access Bank GM
Nigeria’s digital payments landscape is expanding rapidly, yet cash continues to play an indispensable role in economic activity, supporting financial inclusion and…
Nigeria emerges digital payments leader in Africa
Nigeria has emerged as a leading force in Africa’s rapidly expanding digital payments ecosystem, as instant payment systems across the continent processed…
Nigeria, Sierra Leone seal MoUs to boost W’Africa digital economy
Nigeria has enhanced its regional digital cooperation after the Honourable Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Dr. Bosun Tijani, led a…
FG to invest ₦12bn in digital economy research projects
The Federal Government on Tuesday said it would invest ₦12 billion to fund digital economy research projects to ensure the country benefits…
AI will define Africa’s digital economy future — Kora CEO
The Chief Executive Officer of Africa’s leading payment infrastructure company, Kora, Mr. Dickson Nsofor, has posited that Artificial Intelligence would play a…
NECA joins African summit to champion digital economy, business growth
The Nigeria Employers Consultative Association will be part of a summit hosted by the Federation of Kenya Employers, Business Africa Employers Confederation,…
Lawyers critique N10m fine in Nigeria’s digital economy bill
A team of lawyers at Olisa Agbakoba Legal has expressed concerns over a provision in Nigeria’s National Digital Economy and E-governance Bill…
Nigeria has 100% broadband penetration – Buhari
The president, Major General Muhammadu Buhari (retd.), on Tuesday, claimed that broadband penetration was at 100% throughout the nation. According to The Punch, he…