FCMB, MasterCard launch farmer financing platform
The companies have launched AgroPass, a digital platform that connects farmers with lenders, agricultural input suppliers, commodity buyers and other service providers.
MTN Nigeria profit jumps 55.3%
MTN Nigeria's total subscriber base increased by 10.9% to 94.7 million during the period, while active data users grew by 12% to 57.2 million.
Edves expands AI platform to 2,300 schools
The platform’s AI capabilities include lesson planning, curriculum-linked assessments and teaching observation.
AMN connects underserved Nigerian communities
The company’s expansion plan aims to continue into 2027 at a rate of over 60 new sites per month.
OPay Direct Debit targets digital subscriptions
The service addresses a gap between widespread mobile phone use and limited access to conventional credit cards in Nigeria.
Japan funds Nigerian start-up hub
Once completed, the hub will provide entrepreneurs with access to technology, incubation, mentorship and other support services to help develop their businesses.
Airtel, Globacom, MTN face network quality probe
The development comes as Nigerian telecom operators recorded 44,678 fibre-cut incidents between January and September 2026.
UduTech, AfriLabs expand African AI access
The alliance aims to help early-stage companies develop AI applications for sectors including financial services, healthcare, education and agriculture.
MTN Nigeria launches Wi-Fi analytics service
The offering tracks Wi-Fi visits, repeat connections and connection duration, allowing businesses to personalise promotions and improve customer engagement.
AI skills demand surge in Ghana and Nigeria
AI-related micro-credential enrolments have increased sharply as West African learners focus on technical and problem-solving skills.
AI moderation fails African language users
Gaps in artificial intelligence training data and language capabilities raise concerns about content moderation and online safety.
Digital identity failures expose Africa’s service risks
Digital identity errors and AI-driven decisions could disrupt access to essential services across Africa, warn experts.
Regulation tests Nigeria’s emerging crypto rail
Fintech experts believe a more formal regulatory environment within Nigeria’s cryptocurrency market could have mixed consequences.