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A Hacker Just Put Nearly One Million Nigerians' Loan Data Up for Sale
You applied for a loan and submitted your ID, your bank statement, your selfie and your next of kin. Now someone is selling all of that online.
Why MTN and Airtel Paused Airtime Borrowing
MTN and Airtel have quietly paused their airtime and data borrowing services, and many subscribers are still trying to make sense of it.
"She Drives", A Women-Only Drivers Movement
Navigating Lagos with kids just got easier. She Drives is launching a specialised service featuring women-only drivers and child-friendly features. From school runs to late-night errands, discover how this app is prioritising the safety and comfort of the Lagos family.
Ilorin Innovation Hub Signs Historic MoU with U.S. Embassy
This partnership is a game-changer for decentralizing Nigeria’s tech ecosystem,” says Temi Kolawole. By aligning local talent with U.S. industry standards in AI and STEM, the Hub is not just training people — it’s building a pipeline for global opportunities right from Kwara.
Major Security Alert As Hackers Hit Nigeria’s Top Agencies
Nigeria’s cybersecurity landscape has entered a more dangerous phase as critical financial and security institutions face increasingly sophisticated cyberattacks.
Nigeria Wants to Connect 20 Million People Yet Someone Keeps Cutting the Cables
The government wants to connect 20 million Nigerians who have never had a signal. Meanwhile, someone keeps cutting the cables already in the ground.
Enugu Is Building 260 Smart Schools and An AI Institute
A child who used to hawk in a market now learns robotics in a smart school for free. Enugu just decided every ward in the state deserves that.
Nigeria Leads the World in AI Use But The Work Space Hasn't Changed
Every second Nigerian you meet has used an AI tool. But look a little closer at what they are doing with it, and something important shows up.
Terra Industries is Building What They Call "Africa’s Largest Drone Factory" in Ghana
CEO and co-founder of Terra stated in a statement, “The only way Africa can have lasting peace is by uniting to build sovereign defence, not by relying on foreign security architecture.
Umuahia’s Game Changers Fest 2026
With KingMakers as the industry partner, the event was more than just playing games; it was about building them. The goal was simple: help young Nigerian developers turn their passion into a real career.
COOU Students Protest Against ₦15,000 Portal Maintenance Fee
Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University (COOU) has introduced a new ₦15,000 “portal/app maintenance” fee per student per session, sparking backlash.
Flutterwave Secures Nigerian Microfinance Banking License
Flutterwave officially shifted from being the "middleman" of African payments to becoming a direct player in the banking world. By securing a Microfinance Banking (MFB) license from the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN)
CAC Breach Confirmed: ByteToBreach Claims 25 Million Nigerian Corporate Documents Leaked
ByteToBreach has now targeted multiple high-value systems, including Remita and CAC in quick succession. The alleged exfiltration of 25 million documents, including corporate signatures, director details, and registration records
PewBeam vs Rhema A Nigeria’s Faith-Tech Drama
At the center were two apps, PewBeam and Rhema, both designed to help churches project Bible verses in real time during sermons. What started as one developer’s dream quickly turned into a debate about originality.
Top Grants and Funding for Nigerian Founders in April 2026
If you are a founder, student, or business owner in Nigeria, right now is a "golden window" to get funding that you don't have to pay back.
Storipod Partners to Distribute Chimamanda Adichie Books Digitally
Storipod’s partnership with Narrative Landscape Press brings African literature to mobile readers, offering affordable chapter‑by‑chapter access to works by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie and other celebrated authors across the continent.
Project BRIDGE Is Bringing High-Speed Internet to Every Corner of Nigeria
Last week, Nigeria’s digital future got a major boost. The African Development Bank (AfDB) approved a $200 million investment to help build the infrastructure needed to get the country truly connected.
Piggyvest Disburses N3 Trillion in just 10 Years: How Piggyvest Changed the Way Nigerians Save
From a simple wooden box to a digital giant that has moved trillions of Naira, Piggyvest's story is really about the power of starting small. It proves that with a little discipline and the right tools, anyone can build the future they want.
Tayo Oviosu Steps Down as Paga Nigeria CEO, Names Opeyemi Oyinloye as Successor
Oviosu is not leaving the company; he’s moving into a broader role as Group CEO of Paga Group, where he’ll focus on expanding the brand across Africa and exploring new technologies like artificial intelligence (AI) and digital currencies.
Aproko Doctors New StartUp: Healthcare in your DM
Most Nigerians don't have health insurance, and visiting a hospital can take all day. This is why many people try to treat themselves at home, which can be dangerous. AwaDoc is a new startup aiming to be the "first stop" for anyone feeling unwell.
PiggyVest Savings Report for 2025 Has Arrived, and It is A Quiet Financial Alarm
The latest PiggyVest Savings Report for 2025 has arrived, and it reads less like a financial summary and more like a distress signal. While corporate boards talk about "resilience" and "GDP growth," this report pulls back the curtain on the real-life struggle of the average Nigerian.
Tuntunre Turns Old Jeans Into Sustainable Fashion
A newly launched Nigerian startup, Tuntunre, is taking a creative approach by transforming used denim into affordable fashion accessories.
Moniepoint Acquires Orda Africa to Expand Solutions for food Service Businesses
By bringing Orda into its ecosystem, Moniepoint is moving from being just the "payment guy" at the counter to an all-in-one partner that helps restaurants run their entire operation.
Why Chopnownow Went Hungry and Lessons for the Port Harcourt Startup Scene
Chopnownow had the buzz and the bikes, but by 2024, the lights went out. Here is what went wrong and how to stay alive.
Nigeria's Fintech Grew So Fast, the CBN Is Now Scared
Nigeria's fintech industry is one of the most impressive stories in African tech. Billions of naira move through it every single day. But the CBN just published a report that asks a question nobody wants to answer: what happens if one of these giants breaks?