Nigeria’s financial regulators are moving to treat digital fraud as a systemic threat, not just a banking nuisance, as the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) launches an industry-wide push to slash fraud response times to under 30 minutes. The initiative was unveiled by the Deputy Governor, Financial System Stability, Mr. Philip Ikeazor, at the 2026 Nigeria Electronic Fraud Forum (NeFF) Technical Kick-Off Session in Lagos, where regulators, banks, fintechs, payment service providers, telecom operators and law enforcement agencies met to chart a new course for fraud mitigation. Represented by the Director, Development and Finance Institutions Supervision, Ibrahim Umar Hassan, Ikeazor…
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As digital transformation accelerates across Africa, the demand for skilled professionals in Cybersecurity and Data Science continues to rise. From protecting digital infrastructure to driving data-led decision-making, these fields now sit at the centre of innovation, governance, and business growth. In response, TD Africa, in collaboration with the Enugu Tech Festival (ETF) and the Enugu State Ministry of Innovation, Science and Technology, has announced the launch of a fully sponsored Cybersecurity and Data Science training initiative branded “Code Your Defence.” The programme is designed to equip young Africans with practical, industry-relevant skills aligned with global standards. Participants will be trained…
Former Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami (SAN), was on Monday taken into custody by security operatives shortly after his release from the Kuje Correctional Centre, Abuja. Operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS) reportedly picked up Malami immediately after he exited the correctional facility. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), however, clarified that it was not responsible for the fresh arrest. Officials of the Nigerian Correctional Service confirmed that Malami was released after fulfilling his bail conditions. “He has been released. He perfected his bail conditions and was released this afternoon,” a…
Researchers in China have developed a self-powered eye-tracking system that harnesses energy from blinking to help paralysed individuals control devices like wheelchairs, offering a potential breakthrough for assistive technology. Self-powered human-computer interaction systems are attracting significant attention for their sustainable, sensitive and stable performance, driven by the rapid advancement of artificial intelligence. The system, as reported in the journal Cell Reports Physical Science this month, uses a nanogenerator called TENG to capture the minute friction generated between the eyelid and the eyeball during a blink. This harvested energy powers the sensor, eliminating the need for an external battery. Dubbed ET-TENG,…
Ghanaian authorities have intensified a sweeping crackdown on transnational cyber-crime networks, arresting nine Nigerians alleged to be coordinating large-scale online fraud operations from covert locations in and around the capital, Accra. The arrests followed a two-day, intelligence-led operation that also uncovered the human trafficking dimension of the scheme. Forty-four other Nigerians, believed to be victims lured from their home country under false promises of lucrative employment, were rescued, detained for protection, and handed over to the Ghana Immigration Service. Security operatives said the raids led to the seizure of 62 laptops, 52 mobile phones, and two pump-action guns from makeshift…
TD Africa says innovation must be practical, inclusive, and capable of driving lasting impact — a philosophy now embodied in its headline sponsorship of the Design Thinking Challenge (DTC) at Enugu Tech Fest 2026. The company announced its role in the initiative as part of its long-standing commitment to strengthening Africa’s technology ecosystem through solutions that improve lives, strengthen communities, and contribute to national development. As Africa’s leading technology distributor and ecosystem enabler, TD Africa’s participation reflects a deliberate investment in ideas that solve real problems and deliver measurable value. The sponsorship, valued at over ₦35 million, is directed toward…
Uganda suspended full internet access for its citizens on Tuesday, a move that rights groups say underscores the government’s tightening grip ahead of national elections. According to a letter seen by Reuters, the Uganda Communications Commission (UCC) ordered mobile service providers to restrict public internet access starting at 6 p.m. (1500 GMT) to curb “misinformation, disinformation, electoral fraud and related risks.” “The UCC acknowledges the operational challenges this directive may impose and appreciates your full cooperation in upholding national stability during this sensitive period,” the commission wrote. The blackout is the latest in a series of restrictions imposed as President…
New Gallery TV And LG Gallery+ Complete Personalized Space Curation LG Electronics (LG) has expanded the boundaries of home décor and display technology with the unveiling of the LG Gallery TV at CES® 2026, positioning the screen not merely as a television but as an integral design element within modern living spaces. The new product reinforces LG’s commitment to merging visual innovation with lifestyle expression. As the latest addition to LG’s lifestyle screen portfolio, the LG Gallery TV serves as a dedicated digital canvas that enhances spatial curation in the home. It completes the immersive experience offered by the LG…
Shifting the focus from the broader smart-home ecosystem to the user experience, LG Electronics has unveiled LG CLOiD™, a new AI-powered home robot designed to simplify daily living. The robot made its public debut at CES® 2026, where it demonstrated its ability to manage and coordinate routine household tasks by interfacing with connected home appliances. By automating and orchestrating everyday chores, LG CLOiD is positioned to significantly reduce the time, physical effort, and cognitive load associated with home management. The launch underscores LG’s continued investment in AI-driven home robotics, extending the capabilities of its Self-Driving AI Home Hub (LG Q9)…
Fidelity Bank Plc has once again underscored its long-standing commitment to inclusive growth and social impact by extending targeted educational support to underserved schoolchildren in Makoko Community, Yaba, Lagos. Through its Fidelity Helping Hands Program (FHHP), the tier-one lender provided a range of essential learning materials aimed at enhancing access to quality basic education for pupils in the riverine settlement. The intervention, driven by the bank’s Legal Services Division, benefited learners of Makoko Anglican Nursery and Primary School, Aiyetoro Nursery and Primary School, and Adekunle Anglican Nursery and Primary School. Items distributed during the outreach included school bags, notebooks, mathematical…