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Nigeria Begins Historic Review of Telecoms Policy to Improve Connectivity, Competition

By Paul Chimodo The Federal Government of Nigeria has commenced the first comprehensive review of the National Telecommunications Policy in more than two decades, a major step towards modernising the country’s telecom sector and expanding digital access nationwide. The review, led by the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) in collaboration with the Ministry of Communications, Innovation

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Moniepoint’s 2025 Figures Reveal How Nigeria’s Fintech Sector Is Evolving

By Paul Chimodo Moniepoint’s 2025 performance figures, published as part of its year-in-review data and industry disclosures, provide more than a snapshot of company growth. The report, which details transaction volumes, lending activity, merchant usage and expansion plans, offers valuable insight into how Nigeria’s fintech sector is maturing and reshaping everyday economic activity. It was

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Telcos Spent Over $1bn on New Network Towers — NCC

By Paul Chimodo Telecommunications operators in Nigeria spent more than $1 billion on new network towers and related infrastructure in 2025, according to the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC). The NCC disclosed this in its latest industry performance data, noting that the investment was part of efforts by operators to expand network coverage, improve service quality,

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Nigerians Use Over 1.2m Terabytes of Data in November

By Paul Chimodo The data represents an increase from October, indicating continued growth in internet consumption across the country. The NCC statistics also show that Nigeria’s total number of internet subscribers rose to about 144.8 million in November, up from 142.6 million recorded in the previous month. Most of the connections came from mobile internet

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Netflix Is Teaching Us Something About Distribution

By Paul Chimodo For years, discussions about Nigeria’s creative and business ecosystem have followed a predictable path. We celebrate talent. We highlight creativity. We speak endlessly about potential. From Nollywood to Afrobeats, from tech startups to fashion, the consensus is that Nigeria is bursting with ideas. Yet one uncomfortable truth remains largely unaddressed. Talent alone

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Coursera and Udemy to Merge in ~$2.5 Billion Deal

By Paul Chimodo Online learning platforms Coursera and Udemy have agreed to merge in a deal valued at about $2.5 billion, creating one of the largest digital education companies in the world. The merger will combine Coursera’s university and industry-backed courses with Udemy’s marketplace of instructor-led classes, bringing together millions of learners, instructors and enterprise

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Microsoft to Increase Microsoft 365 Subscription Prices

By Paul Chimodo Microsoft has announced that it will raise prices for its Microsoft 365 and Office subscription plans for business and government clients starting July 1, 2026. The company said the price adjustment reflects new features added to its productivity suite, including AI tools, improved security, and enhanced enterprise support. The increase varies by

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DStv Warns 12 Warner Bros. Discovery Channels May Go Off-Air in January

By Paul Chimodo DStv says 12 Warner Bros. Discovery channels may be removed from its platform on January 1, 2026, if a new distribution agreement is not reached. The current deal between MultiChoice and Warner Bros. Discovery expires on December 31, 2025. Channels that may be cut include: Discovery Channel, CNN International, TLC, Discovery Family,

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Akwa Ibom Tech Week 2025 Shows Uyo Is Ready for the Future

By Paul Chimodo When participants arrived at the CEEDAPEG Hotel in Uyo for Akwa Ibom Tech Week 2025, it was clear the event was more than a conference. Held from November 3 to 8, 2025, it brought together innovators, students, investors and policymakers to explore opportunities for digital transformation and economic growth. The theme, “Catalyzing

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Stakeholders Brainstorm on Adoption of Nigeria Startup Act in Rivers State

By Paul Chimodo Tech experts, lawyers, media professionals, private sector representatives, and officials of the Rivers State Government have met to develop strategies for the effective adoption of the Nigeria Startup Act in the state. The discussions took place during a stakeholders’ awareness workshop focused on digital literacy and innovation within the Rivers State ecosystem.

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