30 h. ago NASENI, NiDCOM partner to harness diaspora expertise for innovation, technology growth

Tribune Online NASENI, NiDCOM partner to harness diaspora expertise for innovation, technology growth Dabiri-Erewa added that NiDCOM’s database of professionals would play an essential role towards this course. NASENI, NiDCOM partner to harness diaspora expertise for innovation, technology growth Tribune Online

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34 h. ago NiDCOM, NASENI forge alliance on innovation, technology for economic growth

The Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) and the National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI) have sought strategic partnership read more NiDCOM, NASENI forge alliance on innovation, technology for economic growth

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37 h. ago Nigerian women founders to get global push with Foundry for HER bootcamp

The Aurora Tech Award, in collaboration with The Nest Innovation Technology Park, has unveiled the Foundry for HER Bootcamp, a read more Nigerian women founders to get global push with Foundry for HER bootcamp

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44 h. ago Aurora Tech Award opens doors for female founders in Nigeria

By Chinenye Anuforo   The Aurora Tech Award, in partnership with The Nest Innovation Technology Park, has unveiled the Foundry for HER Bootcamp, a virtual accelerator aimed at empowering women-led startups in Nigeria. The three-day programme, scheduled for October 15 to 17, 2025, is designed for early-stage female founders and will provide training in pitching, […] The post Aurora Tech Award opens doors for female founders in Nigeria appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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67 h. ago Bankit MFB Showcases Nigeria’s Fintech Growth Story At GITEX Africa

A Nigerian  digital bank, Bankit Microfinance Bank (MFB) has successfully showcased its innovations and growth journey at the just concluded GITEX Africa, one of the continent’s largest platforms for technology and innovation. At the event, Bankit MFB highlighted its strides in fintech in Nigeria, reinforcing its role as a CBN-licensed and NDIC-insured digital bank committed […]

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3 d. ago YABATECH researchers secure over ₦62m in TETFund/NRF research grants

By Gabriel Dike Yaba College of Technology (YABATECH) has once again asserted its leadership in technological innovation and research excellence, with two of its staff winning over ₦62.9 million in research grants in a highly competitive TETFund National Research Fund (NRF). This was disclosed in a statement released by the Deputy Registrar, Centre for Information, […] The post YABATECH researchers secure over ₦62m in TETFund/NRF research grants appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago CBT Proposal: Nigeria cannot afford to leave rural dwellers behind – Chidoka

From Aniekan Aniekan, Calabar Osita Chidoka, a former Minister of Aviation, has emphasized the need for Nigeria to prioritize inclusivity in its plans to introduce Computer-Based Tests (CBT) for WAEC examinations. Speaking at a webinar organized by the Digital and Technological Empowerment Innovation Initiative for Next Generation (DIniti8tive), Chidoka stressed that the country cannot afford […] The post CBT Proposal: Nigeria cannot afford to leave rural dwellers behind – Chidoka appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago We must fix healthcare to harness our economic potential – Babatunde

Oluwabukunmi Victor Babatunde is a technology innovator and multidisciplinary leader dedicated to solving Nigeria’s challenges through design, innovation, and impact-driven read more We must fix healthcare to harness our economic potential – Babatunde

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6 d. ago Cryptocurrency Ecosystem Needs Proper Regulation — EFCC Chair

The executive chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Mr. Ola Olukoyede, has observed that cryptocurrency as an innovation and transactional technology in the global economy required governing rules to regulate its ecosystem in the country in order to prevent fraudulent abuse. He made the observation in Abuja on Wednesday, September 3, 2025 […]

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7 d. ago NASENI unveils N250m youth innovation challenge to attract solutions

The National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI) has announced a N250 million competition known as the InnovateNaija Challenge read more NASENI unveils N250m youth innovation challenge to attract solutions

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7 d. ago FCT, Dama Academy move to make Abuja Nigeria’s blockchain hub

The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA), through its Department of Science, Technology and Innovation (DSTI), has entered into a collaboration with Dama Academy to promote awareness and adoption of blockchain technology across schools, institutions, and the larger Abuja society. Speaking at a sensitisation workshop held at the DSTI headquarters on Tuesday, Director of DSTI, Dr […] The post FCT, Dama Academy move to make Abuja Nigeria’s blockchain hub appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 d. ago GITEX Nigeria: FG to fund 75 new research projects from October 1

Unveils plans for hyperscale data centres to boost digital innovation By Chinenye Anuforo From October 1, the federal government will begin funding 75 new research projects in digital innovation, while also working with global technology giants to establish hyperscale data centres in Nigeria. The twin initiatives, announced at the GITEX Nigeria 2025 event in Lagos, […] The post GITEX Nigeria: FG to fund 75 new research projects from October 1 appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Nigerian institute, Chinese firm develop indigenous language keyboards

From Okey Sampson, Umuahia The National Institute for Nigerian Languages (NINLAN), Aba, Abia State, has, in a feat of technological innovation, partnered with a Chinese firm to develop specialised computer keyboards with indigenous language characters. The Executive Director of NINLAN, Professor Ogbonna Onuoha, a Professor of Linguistics and Nigerian Languages, disclosed this during the first […] The post Nigerian institute, Chinese firm develop indigenous language keyboards appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago TECNO to Showcase TECNO Slim Smartphones and AI Laptops at IFA ShowStoppers 2025

TECNO will present its ultra-slim TECNO Slim smartphones, and ultra-lightweight AI laptop MEGABOOK S14, alongside an expanded AI ecosystem of products. Lagos, September 1, 2025  TECNO, an AI-driven innovative technology brand, recently announced its participation in IFA 2025’s ShowStoppers, bringing a duo of engineering marvels that redefine portability and performance. At the heart of the […] The post TECNO to Showcase TECNO Slim Smartphones and AI Laptops at IFA ShowStoppers 2025 appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 week ago Minister Tasks Committee On Tinubu’s Sustainable Energy Agenda

Minister of Innovation Science and Technology Hon Uche Nnaji has charged the newly inaugurated National Coordinator on Energy Efficiency Innovation and Certification (NCEEIC), Hon Chijioke Emmanuel Nwadavid on sustainable Energy in line with the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. The Minister gave the charge while inaugurating the committee urging members to use […]

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1 week ago SystemSpecs powers NNPC fuel app with indigenous wallet infrastructure

SystemSpecs Technology Services Limited has once again showcased the strength of indigenous innovation by delivering the wallet infrastructure that powers read more SystemSpecs powers NNPC fuel app with indigenous wallet infrastructure

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1 week ago Uninterrupted energy security for job creation imminent — FG 

From Okwe Obi, Abuja The Federal Government has assured Nigerians of uninterrupted energy security in no distance time, to boost job creation and advance local technology.  Minister of of Innovation, Science and Technology, Uche Nnaji, gave the assurance at the inauguration of the Hon Chojioke Emmanuel NwaDavid-led National Committee on Energy Efficiency, Innovation and Certification […] The post Uninterrupted energy security for job creation imminent — FG  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Nigeria, Brazil seal space technology pact to drive Global South innovation

By Chinenye Anuforo Nigeria and Brazil have taken a decisive step in redefining South-South cooperation with the signing of a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Science, Technology, and Innovation, placing space technology at the heart of a shared vision for sustainable growth and global security. The agreement, signed in Brasília and witnessed by President […] The post Nigeria, Brazil seal space technology pact to drive Global South innovation appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Insecurity: Africa Must Invest In Indigenous Military Innovations, Can’t Remain Technology Consumer – Shettima

Vice President Kashim Shettima also said it was a time to forge a new doctrine of continental defence, one rooted in trust, shared intelligence, and coordinated strategy. The post Insecurity: Africa Must Invest In Indigenous Military Innovations, Can’t Remain Technology Consumer – Shettima appeared first on Channels Television.

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2 w. ago Don’t forget home, return and build nation, Tinubu appeals to Nigerians abroad

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja President Bola Tinubu has called on Nigerians in the Diaspora to come home and actively contribute their expertise and resources to Nigeria’s national development. Speaking yesterday in Yokohama, Japan, during an interactive session with members of the Nigerian community at the Kahala Hotel and Resort, on the sidelines of the Tokyo […] The post Don’t forget home, return and build nation, Tinubu appeals to Nigerians abroad appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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