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UNN Students Are Making Plant-Based Menstrual Pads And Helping Women Manage Periods Safely
A team of UNN students is using banana fibres to make safe, cheap, and biodegradable menstrual pads. The project targets 3,000 women by 2027, promoting hygiene, education, and environmental care in Nigeria’s South-East.
HONOR Built a Phone With a Moving Robot Arm. But Should Nigeria Even Care?
It dances, it nods, and it swivels like a sci-fi prop. The HONOUR Robot Phone is the most talked-about gadget of March 2026, and nobody has even been allowed to touch it yet.
Government Approves Alphanumeric Digital Postcode System
No more 'turn left at the yellow building next to the big mango tree.' The government just approved a new way to map every home and business using a mix of letters and numbers, giving every location a precise spot on the map, even if your street doesn't have a name yet.
The Nigerian Startup Turning AI Into a Full-Time Lawyer
What started as a son watching his father struggle with dusty law books has grown into one of Africa's most interesting AI companies. Modulaw AI wants to become the operating system for every law firm on the continent.
More Nigerians Are Online Than Ever Before. But the Internet Has Never Cost This Much.
Nigeria's internet is growing fast, but the people driving that growth are paying twice as much as they were a year ago. Behind the record-breaking statistics is a story about access, affordability, and broken promises.
Zap Africa Cut Nearly Half Its Staff. The Co-Founder Says It Was Always the Plan
Eight people came to work one day and left without a job. For a startup processing over $17 million every month, the question everyone is asking is, why?
MTN Nigeria Nearly Doubled the Number of Staff Earning ₦2.4 Million Every Month
While most Nigerians are calculating how to stretch ₦20,000 to the end of the month, nearly 700 MTN employees are collecting ₦2.4 million every single month. Here is the full story.
Why Yoshua Bengio Is Considered One of the Godfathers of AI
Discover why Yoshua Bengio is regarded as one of the godfathers of artificial intelligence and how his work in deep learning helped shape today’s AI revolution.
Samsung Unveils Galaxy S26 Series at Galaxy Unpacked 2026, With Strong Focus on AI
Samsung’s Galaxy S26 lineup introduces stronger AI features designed to make daily tasks simpler, smarter, and more personal for users worldwide.
EU–Nigeria Science Deal: New Doors Opening for Young Innovators and Researchers
The European Union and Nigeria have opened negotiations for a Science and Technology Cooperation Agreement. The move could create new opportunities for young researchers, innovators, and startups while strengthening Nigeria’s research ecosystem and supporting long-term development.
Grey Business is Giving African Startups and Freelancers a Fair Chance in the Global Economy
For many African freelancers and startups, receiving international payments has always been difficult. Grey Business aims to change that by offering simple, global banking tools built for growth and opportunity.
Terra Industries Signs An Agreement with DICON to Boost Sovereign Defence Production
This is not just another mare contract; it’s a joint venture designed to boost sovereign defence production, meaning we build what we need right here at home.
Mtn Group Announces Proposed Acquisition of $6.2 Billion IHS Tower
This is a huge deal because it brings the physical parts of the phone network, the giant towers you see on the side of the road, back under MTN's direct control.
Dangote: Naira Could Gain N1,100/$ by the end of 2026
Aliko Dangote and Femi Otedola shared some very good news: they believe the Naira is finally getting stronger.
Oando Seeks NGX Approval to Raise N220.8bn via Rights Issue
One of the biggest equity issues on the exchange recently, Oando Plc has applied to the Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX) for approval to raise approximately N220.8 billion,
Foreign Investors Return: Nigeria Records Highest Capital Inflows in 5 Years
Nigeria’s financial landscape is witnessing a major shift as foreign investors return in record numbers.
Lagos Is Teaching Government Workers Tech Skills
Government offices in Nigeria are often linked with slow systems and paperwork, but Lagos is taking a quiet step by training its civil servants in tech skills. This shift could change how public service works.
Senate Passes Electoral Act Amendment Bill after a Heated Debate on e-Transmission
On February 17, 2026, the Senate approved the Electoral Act Amendment Bill. This new law will change how future elections are run, aiming for fairer and smoother processes.
How Electronic Transmission of Election Results Really Works in Nigeria
Electronic transmission of election results sounds complicated, but in reality, it is quite simple. Voters still use paper ballots. They are counted openly at the polling unit, in full view of party agents and voters. What has changed is how those results move after counting.
Bullish Days on the NGX: Investors Rejoice as the Market Reaches New Peaks!
The Nigerian Exchange (NGX) is currently witnessing a massive wave of optimism, with the total value of all listed stocks crossing #122 trillion marking history
Enugu Is Quietly Fixing Nigeria’s Hardware Blind Spot
For years, Nigeria’s tech story focused on software. In Enugu, hardware is quietly making a comeback.
Terra Industries HQ in Abuja secures an additional $22 million led by Lux Capital
The buzz out of Nigeria’s tech scene is deafening, and it’s all thanks to Terra Industries. As of February 16, 2026, this Abuja-based defensetech startup has officially cemented its status as a major player, securing an additional $22 million in a funding extension led by Lux Capital.
OPay Emerges as Fintech/Digital Bank of the Year 2025 at The Sun Awards
Some wins feel bigger than a trophy. OPay’s recent recognition as Fintech/Digital Bank of the Year 2025 at The Sun Awards is one of those moments.
Fighting Cybercrime: Nigeria’s New Plan to Stop Online Scams
On February 10, 2026, the Nigerian government announced plans to introduce a new national cybersecurity framework aimed at fighting AI-driven cyberattacks. At first glance, it sounds like another policy announcement. But this one hits closer to home than many people realise.
What Airtel Africa’s 81,500km Fibre Network Really Means for Digital Access
When Airtel Africa announced that its fibre network had reached 81,500 kilometres, it wasn’t just sharing a big number; it was pointing to how it is quietly reshaping digital access across Africa.