Nigeria Tops Africa’s Spam Call Rankings NIGERIA has emerged as the most spammed country in Africa, raising fresh concerns over cyber fraud, digital insecurity, and the growing sophistication of telecom-related scams targeting millions of mobile phone users. The development comes amid reports of a sharp increase in fraudulent calls, robocalls, identity theft attempts, and social […]
Nigeria’s Telecom Sector Faces Twin Pressure NIGERIA’S telecommunications industry is grappling with mounting operational pressure as surging diesel and electricity costs raise expenses, while regulators intensify enforcement over poor service delivery. Industry estimates indicate operators now spend more than ₦65 billion monthly on diesel alone to keep thousands of network sites running, underscoring the heavy […]
NCC Unveils Major Network Expansion Plan THE Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) says telecom operators are expected to upgrade 12,000 base stations in 2026 as part of efforts to improve network quality and expand capacity nationwide. Executive Vice-Chairman of the commission, Dr Aminu Maida, disclosed this during a media breakfast meeting in Lagos. He said the […]
NCC Introduces Compensation for Network Failures THE Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has directed telecommunications operators to compensate subscribers affected by poor network quality through airtime credits under a stricter enforcement framework. The commission said the move is aimed at improving service delivery, protecting consumers and holding operators accountable for recurring lapses in network performance across […]
Nigerian Brands and the Customer Service Paradox Nigeria’s digital economy is expanding rapidly, driven by innovation in banking, telecommunications and financial technology. Advertising campaigns promise seamless transactions, instant responses and customer-first experiences. Yet for many Nigerians, the daily reality tells a different story. Behind the polished commercials and sleek mobile apps lies a growing frustration: […]
Tinubu Signs Amendment, Questions Tech Capacity PRESIDENT Bola Tinubu has signed the Electoral Act 2026 (Amendment) into law, maintaining that credible elections depend more on effective management than on real-time electronic transmission of results. Speaking at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, Tinubu said elections are ultimately determined by designated electoral officials, not computers. While acknowledging debates […]
A Shifting Telecom Landscape NIGERIA’S Internet Service Providers are grappling with declining subscriber numbers and intensifying competition as major telecom companies roll out satellite-enabled connectivity. Industry stakeholders caution that the trajectory mirrors the decline of former CDMA operators such as Multi-Links and Starcomms, which struggled to survive amid the rise of GSM networks. Now, leading […]
Design in the Age of Algorithms ARTIFICIAL intelligence has moved decisively from novelty to necessity in the global design industry. By 2026, AI-powered design tools are no longer experimental add-ons but central components of creative workflows, influencing everything from social media graphics to concept art and product visuals. To understand how these platforms perform in […]
Facebook Champions African Creators FACEBOOK brought an electrifying blend of creativity, connection, and opportunity to the 2026 African Creators Summit, held at the Federal Palace Hotel, Victoria Island, Lagos. The summit convened over 1,000 digital creators, storytellers, innovators, and entrepreneurs from across Africa, all united to shape the future of the continent’s creative economy. Marking […]
By TOSI ORE NIGERIA’S ambition to build a robust digital economy is facing a relentless and costly threat: the widespread vandalism of fibre optic infrastructure. Despite policy reforms, inter-agency collaborations, and the classification of telecom assets as critical national infrastructure, operators continue to record alarming levels of fibre cuts—disruptions that undermine broadband expansion, hurt businesses, […]