Among those detained were 148 Chinese and 40 Filipino nationals, exposing an alarming new trend: foreign nationals setting up fraudulent businesses in Nigeria to target unsuspecting victims overseas.
At just 19 years old, Lesley John-Jumbo has emerged as a trailblazing innovator from Rivers State, Nigeria, breaking barriers in AI and embedded systems. This self-taught tech prodigy has already revolutionized the tech space with groundbreaking projects like the Smart Trash Can and Air Clicks—innovations that redefine how humans interact with technology. Lesley's journey, marked…
Nigeria, Africa’s largest economy and most populous nation, continues to grapple with frequent national grid collapses, leaving millions in darkness and stifling economic growth
Introduction: A Dimmed Festive Spirit In Nigeria, Christmas is synonymous with joy, community, and celebration. It’s a time when families reunite, communities come alive with festivities, and the streets are adorned with decorations and music. However, in 2024, the festive spirit has taken a hit. The reality of economic hardship is casting a shadow on…
At the prestigious Art of Technology Lagos 6.0 event, Babajide Duroshola, General Manager of M-KOPA Nigeria, was honored with the "Technology Personality of the Year" award by Eko Innovations. This recognition underscores his remarkable contributions to advancing digital financial inclusion in Nigeria’s tech ecosystem. Driving Financial Inclusion through Innovation Under the leadership of Babajide Duroshola,…
With an apparent willingness to spend significantly on marketing, Temu aims to win over Nigeria’s 200-million-strong population, many of whom are eager for affordable online shopping options
While the initiative, under the Presidential Compressed Natural Gas Initiative (PCNGI), aims to promote CNG as a cleaner and more affordable alternative to petrol, the choice of delegates suggests a worrying lack of prioritization and expertise.