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Can the Ban on POS Within 200 Metres of Police Stations Curb Extortion?

By Paul Chimodo The recent directive by Nigeria’s Inspector-General of Police restricting Point-of-Sale POS operators from operating within 200 metres of police stations has sparked a broader national conversation about corruption, convenience, and the realities of informal finance in Nigeria. Announced as part of efforts to sanitise police environments and reduce alleged unethical financial interactions,

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NCC Assures Nigerians of Improving Network Quality Amid Service Complaints

By Paul Chimodo The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has said that network quality across the country is gradually improving following ongoing investments and regulatory interventions in the telecommunications sector. The Commission stated this in a recent update published on May 14, 2026, noting that despite continued public complaints over dropped calls, slow internet speeds and

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DOMICILIARY ACCOUNTS AND THE ILLUSION OF “DOLLAR SAVINGS” IN NIGERIA

By Paul Chimodo For many Nigerians, a domiciliary account is seen as the safest way to “save in dollars” and protect earnings from naira depreciation. But beneath the surface of that belief lies a more complicated financial reality that continues to frustrate savers in 2026. A domiciliary account is a foreign currency account offered by

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NIGERIAN TROOPS SEIZE OVER 400 STARLINK DEVICES FROM TERRORISTS IN NORTH-EAST

By — Paul Chimodo Nigerian troops have intercepted and recovered more than 400 Starlink satellite internet terminals allegedly used by Boko Haram and ISWAP terrorists to coordinate operations across the North-East. The Commander of Sector 2, Operation Hadin Kai, Brigadier-General Beyidi Martins, disclosed this while briefing defence correspondents on ongoing intelligence-led operations aimed at dismantling

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NIMC LAUNCHES WHATSAPP AND LIVE CHAT SUPPORT FOR NIN ENQUIRIES

By — Paul Chimodo The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) has introduced WhatsApp and live chat support services to improve access to assistance for Nigerians and legal residents seeking help with National Identification Number (NIN) related issues. The Commission said the initiative is part of its ongoing digital transformation reforms aimed at making identity services

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Nigeria’s Broadband Penetration Crosses 50% as Subscriptions Hit 109.7 Million

By Paul Chimodo Nigeria’s broadband penetration has crossed the 50 per cent mark, reaching 50.58% in November 2025, as total broadband subscriptions rose to 109.7 million, according to new industry data. The latest figures show a steady growth in Internet adoption across the country, up from 44.43% recorded in December 2024, reflecting increased connectivity despite

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Over 20,000 3MTT Fellows to Benefit from Global Tech Recruitment Partnership

By Paul Chimodo No fewer than 20,000 fellows under the Federal Government’s 3 Million Technical Talent (3MTT) programme are set to benefit from a new partnership aimed at connecting Nigerian tech talents with global employers. The initiative, announced through a collaboration between the Federal Ministry of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy and tech profiling platform

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META INTRODUCES AI SYSTEM TO CRACK DOWN ON UNDERAGE USERS ON FACEBOOK AND INSTAGRAM

By Paul Chimodo Meta has announced a new artificial intelligence system designed to detect and remove underage users from its platforms, as part of a broader push to strengthen child safety online. According to the company, the AI tool scans photos, videos, and user profiles for contextual and visual signals such as height, bone structure,

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FIBRE CUTS PUSH TELECOM OPERATORS TO BACK DIG-ONCE POLICY

By Paul Chimodo Telecommunications stakeholders in Nigeria have called for the adoption of a “Dig-Once” policy to curb the rising cases of fibre cuts affecting network quality across the country. The operators made the call at a policy forum in Lagos, where industry players reviewed persistent infrastructure damage that continues to disrupt services and increase

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How CBN’s New Remittance Rule Will Change Dollar Transfers Into Nigeria

By Paul Chimodo The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) is preparing to reshape the way diaspora remittances are paid into the country, introducing a policy that will end the payout of foreign currency to recipients. From May 1, 2026, all international money transfers into Nigeria will be disbursed strictly in naira. This means Nigerians receiving

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