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MTN Targets 8 Million Homes in Fibre Expansion Drive Across Nigeria

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Introduction MTN Nigeria has announced plans to significantly expand its fibre broadband infrastructure, with a target of reaching 8 million homes across the country. The initiative is part of the company’s long-term strategy to improve internet access, boost digital inclusion, and support Nigeria’s growing digital economy. Fibre Expansion Strategy The telecom operator is scaling up […]

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Chery Showcases Safety Leadership at Auto China 2026, Carloha Nigeria Reaffirms Family-Focused Mobility Vision

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Introduction At the highly anticipated Auto China 2026, global automotive brand Chery reinforced its position as a leader in automotive safety innovation. The showcase highlighted advanced safety technologies, intelligent driving systems, and next-generation vehicle engineering designed to protect families and improve mobility experiences. In Nigeria, Carloha Nigeria, a key partner in Chery’s growing global footprint,

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S&P Upgrades Nigeria’s Credit Rating to ‘B’ Over Economic Reforms

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Introduction Global ratings agency S&P Global Ratings has upgraded Nigeria’s long-term foreign and local currency sovereign credit ratings from ‘B-’ to ‘B’ with a stable outlook. The agency cited improvements in Nigeria’s foreign exchange market, rising oil production, increased refining capacity, and ongoing economic reforms introduced by the administration of Bola Ahmed Tinubu. The announcement

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Miraisha Foundation Launches National Hackathon to Train 100,000 Nigerian Youths in Digital Skills

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Introduction The Miraisha Foundation has launched a national hackathon in Abuja aimed at empowering young Nigerians with digital technology and problem-solving skills. The initiative, known as the Abuja Hackathon 2026, is part of the foundation’s broader goal to train over 100,000 youths across Nigeria in modern technology and innovation-driven careers. The event brought together students,

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SMEDAN Partners Payxy to Boost Online Sales for Nigerian SMEs

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Introduction The Small and Medium Enterprises Development Agency of Nigeria has announced a new partnership with Payxy to help small businesses in Nigeria grow through e-commerce. The partnership was announced during the official launch of Oloja by Payxy in Lagos on Tuesday, May 12, 2026. The initiative is aimed at helping Nigerian small and medium-sized

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FG Opens $20,000 Cleantech Grant for Nigerian Startups and SMEs

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The Federal Government, through the Rural Electrification Agency (REA), has announced the opening of applications for the Global Cleantech Innovation Programme (GCIP) Nigeria Accelerator Fund, offering grants of up to $20,000 to Nigerian startups and small businesses. The initiative is designed to support clean-tech startups and Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) developing innovative solutions focused

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Africa Races to Prepare for AI-to-AI Payments Revolution

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AI Payments Could Change Africa’s Digital Economy Africa’s financial technology industry is preparing for what experts describe as the next major evolution in digital payments — artificial intelligence systems paying other AI systems without human involvement. The emerging system, known as AI-to-AI payments, could transform how businesses, banks, online platforms, and digital services operate across

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CAC Launches Direct Payment System on iCRP Portal in Nigeria

CAC Launches Direct Payment System on iCRP Portal Under REV-OP Initiative

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Introduction The Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) has introduced a new direct payment system on its Intelligent Company Registration Portal (iCRP). The update is part of its Revenue Optimisation and Assurance Project (REV-OP), aimed at improving transparency and making business registration processes faster in Nigeria. What the New System Means With the new direct payment option,

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Seplat Opens 2026 Graduate Intake, Applications Close May 13

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Seplat Energy has officially announced the opening of applications for its 2026 Technical Graduate Trainee Programme, offering young Nigerian graduates an opportunity to begin careers in the country’s energy sector. The company stated that applications are currently ongoing and will officially close on May 13, 2026. Interested candidates are required to apply through Seplat Energy’s

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OPay Partners CBN to Boost Youth Financial Literacy at Global Money Week 2026

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OPay, one of Nigeria’s leading fintech companies, has partnered with the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) to promote financial literacy among young people during the Global Money Week 2026 event held in Abuja. The event, themed “Smart Money Talks,” took place at the CBN headquarters and brought together secondary school students from different parts of

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