Lagos debuts smart addressing system

The initiative intends to provide dedicated fibre-optic connectivity, secure Wi-Fi access, and real-time performance monitoring directly to student hostels.

This recognition is based on Dealroom's recently published Global Tech Ecosystem Index 2025.

This investment, according to Lagos State, is a critical step in its ambition to increase connectivity, accelerate digital transformation activities.

Organisers say the event was a compelling celebration of West Africa's thriving fintech, mobility, and logistics ecosystem, with five start-ups emerging victorious.

Start-ups can apply for funding through the LASRIC website. Eligible applicants must pass an initial screening and a panel evaluation by industry experts.

The lab marks a significant milestone in technological advancement and collaboration in building technological solutions in Nigeria.

Airtel says Nxtra project is a critical component of the company's growth strategy and represents a watershed moment in the company's history, with a focus on Nigeria, the company's largest market.

Africans aged 18 to 34 with the capacity to travel to in-city tech hubs are eligible for the ALX initiative.

Ongoing digital transformation on the continent prompts digital payment solutions provider to explore further investment opportunities.

The alliance between MainData Nigeria, Internet Exchange Point of Nigeria expected to expand local internet transit traffic.

Pundits predict an increase as continent's business community readies for inaugural TMT Finance Africa Conference in Lagos.