Fidelity Bank Plc has reiterated its support for the Nigerian aviation sector by serving as one of the official sponsors of the inaugural Nigerian International Airshow. The event took place from December 2 to 4, 2025, at the Nnamdi…
Quick Read: New study analyses 50 global startups to reveal the most overused buzzwords on company homepages, with ‘seamless’ appearing 16 times across the dataset ‘Shiprocket’ tops the list as the most cliché-dependent startup with 17…
With ambitious investments in artificial intelligence (AI), broadband and data analytics, Anambra State is emerging as a test case for tech-enabled governance in Nigeria. The push, championed by Governor Prof. Chukwuma Charles Soludo,…
Al Baraka Bank has announced the launch of Vivere, a groundbreaking Shari’ah compliant foreign currency account that empowers South Africans to transact globally with confidence. Vivere allows customers to hold and transact in six major…
The Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR) has deferred the date for its maiden annual Public Relations, Reputation, Ideas, Concepts and Excellence (PRICE) Awards and Prizes to January 25, 2026, instead of December 7, 2025, as…
The Presidential Enabling Business Environment Council (PEBEC) has named the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) one of the top five best-performing Federal Government agencies for 2025 under the Transparency and Efficiency Category.…
FCMB Group Plc says its Board of Directors has approved the company’s budget and strategic plan for the 2026 financial year. The approval was given at a board meeting held on November 28, 2025. The update, disclosed in a filing with the…
FSL Insurance Brokers Limited, a leading insurance brokerage firm in Nigeria, has officially launched “FSL Insure”, a new mobile and web application designed to simplify, modernize, and expand access to insurance products for individuals…
FairMoney Microfinance Bank, a rapidly growing digital financial services provider in the Nigerian fintech space, is spearheading a significant paradigm shift in the country’s digital finance sector, moving beyond its foundational digital…
Quick Read: Manufacturing experienced a 40% encryption rate, reflecting stronger early detection Attackers escalated data theft and extortion to maintain leverage Sophos X-Ops reported Akira, Qilin and PLAY among the most prominent…
Christmas is around the corner, and many people are planning to upgrade their living room or buy gifts for loved ones. Smart TVs are among the easiest ways to improve your home entertainment. They let you stream movies, watch shows, play…
Google’s annual search trends have revealed the most asked questions by Nigerians in 2025, offering a fascinating snapshot of the country’s cultural curiosity, political awareness, and online conversation drivers. This year’s list spans a…
As Africa edges toward an estimated 750 million internet users by the end of 2025, the continent’s expanding digital footprint is increasingly matched by vulnerabilities that threaten its economic and national security. This concern took…
The push for biometric digital identification (ID) systems across Africa has reached a major financial milestone, with new estimates indicating that the total cost of implementing and maintaining these systems now exceeds US$1 billion.…
Millions of citizens in Africa are unable to obtain essential services that they are entitled to as new digital ID systems continue being imposed across the continent, requiring them to provide biometric and personal information, new…
Lagos Deputy Governor Obafemi Hamzat says smart-city systems have cut traffic violations by 30%, improved security operations, and expanded fibre-optic connectivity to over one million residents.
FBNQuest Merchant Bank has formally confirmed the completion of its ownership transition, marking a new phase in the institution’s strategic direction. The development follows the bank’s divestment from First HoldCo Plc and its acquisition…
Airtel Africa Plc has begun a competitive tender to appoint a new external auditor, according to a disclosure filed with the Nigerian Exchange Group (NGX) on Wednesday, December 3, 2025. The process is being led by the Board’s Audit and…
If you’ve followed the Gaming Grid long enough, you already know we’ve spent weeks talking about innovation, regulation, fintech, blackmail-by-big-tech, and even the occasional fake-license scandal. But underneath all the noise lies a big,…
Verve has achieved a remarkable milestone with the issuance of 100 million payment cards, reinforcing its position as a leading force in Africa’s digital payments ecosystem. Beyond the impressive number, this accomplishment reflects deeper…
The Debt Management Office (DMO) has opened subscriptions for the December 2025 Federal Government Savings Bonds, giving investors another chance to buy into the monthly issuance programme. The offer for this month includes a 2-Year FGN…
Zenith Bank Plc’s share price inched up by 0.5% on Wednesday, December 3, 2025, closing at N60 per share after a busy trading session that showed stronger investor interest. The stock moved between an intraday high of N60.10 and a low of…
Nigeria’s fintech sector has become highly indispensable in Africa, attracting attention from investors worldwide. By early 2025, over 430 fintech companies were operating in the country, a huge jump of 70% from 255 in January 2024. This…
UP (“Unified Payments”), Nigeria’s pioneer Payments & Financial Technology company and the Pan-African Payment & Settlement System (PAPSS) have announced a strategic partnership. Under this partnership, Unified Payments is appointed as:…
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has announced sweeping adjustments to the country’s cash-handling regulations, scrapping caps on cash deposits and increasing weekly withdrawal limits for individuals and corporate organisations. The new…
Nigeria encountered a sweeping escalation in cyber threats in Q3 2025, as data breaches affecting Nigerian entities rose by an extraordinary 1,047% compared to the previous quarter. Findings from the newly released esentry Eagle’s Eyes Q3…
Payment cards and digital tokens brand, Visa, in partnership with Providus Bank, has launched the ProvidusVerve Travel Card. This naira-based travel card is designed to provide inbound travellers with a smooth, secure, and convenient…
Fidelity Bank Plc is set to host a virtual tax masterclass on December 12, 2025, to help small and medium-sized businesses understand the new tax rules coming into effect in 2026. The session will be held on Zoom and will focus on…
The technology space is changing very quickly, with new ideas and investments changing how businesses operate and how people use digital services. From spending on infrastructure to fresh regulatory challenges, the sector is moving into a…