The Anambra State Government, under the visionary leadership of Mr. Governor, Prof Chukwuma Charles Soludo, has powerfully positioned the state as a leading hub for innovation in Africa, following a series of impactful presentations, engagements and a prestigious award win at two major international forums in Beijing. Ms. Chinwe Okoli, Special Adviser to the Governor on Innovation and Business Incubation, represented the state at both the Triple Helix Association & CASSSP Innovation Summit and the International Association of Science Parks (IASP) 42nd World Conference held in Beijing, China this September. Her engagements culminated in the Solution Innovation District (SID), the…
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Nigeria’s drive to digitise agriculture and strengthen its startup ecosystem has received a significant boost through the partnership between the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) and the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA). At the closing ceremony of the Survey on the Digitisation of Supply Chains in Small-Scale Nigerian Farms, an initiative organised by AGROVESTO, a JICA-funded agritech startup and beneficiary of NITDA’s iHatch Incubation Programme Cohort 2, the Director General of NITDA, Kashifu Inuwa, highlighted the transformative impact of the collaboration. Represented by Dr. Amina Sambo-Magaji, Deputy Director, e-Government and Digital Economy Development Department, Inuwa described the partnership as…
In response to the growing demand for digital skills, Nigerian-owned Borderless TEK Ltd, headquartered at Runway East in Birmingham, has announced a new free training program aimed at adults seeking to transition into the technology sector. The initiative, now in its third series, is part of the company’s mission to make technology education more accessible and engaging. This year’s flagship session, “Introduction to Technology,” will be delivered in early October by world-renowned tutor Emeka Oziri, who has been central to the company’s adult training efforts. Speaking on the upcoming program, Olawale Atekoja (CEO, BorderlessTek) explained that over the years, the…
The Kano State Government has announced a strategic partnership with BrandEscort Communications, a leading brand and event marketing company, to host Cycling Kano 2025, a landmark sporting event aimed at promoting healthy living, tourism, and youth engagement in the state. Scheduled for Saturday, December 20, 2025, the event will bring together professional cyclists, fitness enthusiasts, and sports lovers from across the country. Beyond fostering sports development, the Cycling Kano 2025 , an event expected to kick off from the Sani Abacha Stadium will showcase Kano’s rich cultural heritage, economic opportunities, and vibrant hospitality. Speaking recently on the event in Kano,…
The cybercrime case filed by the Federal Government against suspended Kogi Central Senator, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, on Monday took a new turn as the Federal High Court in Abuja agreed to first consider a preliminary objection challenging its jurisdiction before delving into the substantive trial. At the resumed sitting, Akpoti-Uduaghan’s lead counsel, Mr. Ehiogie West-Idahosa, SAN, informed the court that his client had raised an objection questioning whether the Attorney General of the Federation (AGF) had properly exercised his prosecutorial powers in instituting the charge. He also faulted the prosecution for failing to serve the defence with complete witness statements. According…
Nigerian online shoppers are seizing massive bargains as Konga’s Category Month Campaign gathers pace, transforming September into a festival of deals across multiple product ranges. The nationwide initiative, which shines a spotlight on different categories each week, has continued to ignite excitement and engagement across the digital retail space. Launched in early September, the campaign kicked off with Home and Kitchen Week, enabling households to revamp everyday essentials at discounted rates. Electronics followed, attracting a surge of tech lovers eager to secure premium gadgets at unmatched prices. This week, the focus has shifted to Beauty, Health, Personal Care, and Fashion,…
Nigeria’s push to turn research into market-ready solutions has gained momentum with the unveiling of the second phase of the DELTA-2 Programme, a strategic initiative designed to drive the commercialisation of innovations across key sectors of the economy. The programme, jointly managed by the National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI) and the Presidential Implementation Committee on Technology Transfer (PICTT), marks the launch of the 2nd Call for Proposals. This phase is open to innovators, technology entrepreneurs, and researchers working in areas such as mining, agriculture, advanced manufacturing, science, and engineering. The DELTA-2 Project is a flagship bilateral partnership…
Abia State has taken a bold step towards transforming its electricity landscape by formally adopting a Mini-Grid Regulation Framework, an initiative designed to unlock private sector-driven investment and deliver power to unserved and underserved communities across the state. Governor Alex Otti, who signed the framework into effect on Wednesday, September 10, at the Banquet Hall of the Government House, Umuahia, described the move as “the dawn of a new era for households and businesses.” According to a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Ctz. Ukoha Njoku Ukoha, the Governor noted that the regulation is the product of months of rigorous…
Harnessing the knowledge and expertise of Nigerians abroad has become the focal point of a new partnership between the National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI) and the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM). Both agencies are joining forces to drive innovation and technology development by connecting homegrown talent with professionals in the diaspora. During a strategic meeting at NiDCOM headquarters, the Executive Vice Chairman/CEO of NASENI, Khalil Suleiman Halilu, and the Chairman/CEO of NiDCOM, Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, emphasized that the collaboration is a “timely intervention.” They stressed that it would serve as a bridge linking Nigerian innovators at home…
The highlight of TD Africa’s participation at the maiden edition of GITEX Nigeria 2025 came when the Governor of Lagos State, His Excellency Babajide Sanwo-Olu, paid a courtesy visit to the TD Africa–IBM booth. Warmly received by Mrs. Chioma Ekeh, CEO of TD Africa, the Governor commended the company for its innovation, tenacity, and longevity in Africa’s technology ecosystem, describing it as a leading light in the digital transformation journey of the continent. Africa’s leading technology distributor, TD Africa, was one of the standout participants at GITEX Nigeria 2025, held for the first time in the country from September 1st…