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SpaceX has reportedly entered a regulatory quiet period, a key signal that the Elon Musk-led company is advancing plans for a potential 2026 IPO that could become the largest in history.SpaceX Enters IPO Quiet Period, Fueling Expectations of Landmark 2026 Public Listing
Nigeria’s National Identification Number enrolments climbed to 123.9 million in October 2025, NIMC data shows, as Lagos and Kano remain the leading states amid efforts to reach 95% national coverage.Nigeria’s NIN Database Grows to 123.9 Million Registrations as Lagos, Kano Top List
Nigeria Expands National Digital Skills Efforts Nigeria’s digital skills ecosystem has expanded significantly in 2025, with multiple federal initiatives aimed at preparing citizens for future jobs. Recently, the Federal Ministry of Education partnered with Amazon Web Services to roll out free digital skills training for students and educators across tertiary institutions. The programme focuses on cloud computing, artificial intelligence, and machine learning and is already active in more than 40 universities and polytechnics nationwide.Microsoft, FG Digital Skills Partnership Trains Over Four Million Nigerians Since 2021
Starlink, a satellite internet service by SpaceX, has announced a price reduction for its hardware in Nigeria. The cost of the Starlink kit, essential for accessing the service, has been slashed by 21%, dropping from ₦378,000 to ₦299,000, effective this October.Airtel Africa Signs SpaceX Deal to Deploy Starlink Direct-to-Cell Services in 14 African Countries
FCMB’s digital business—spanning lending, payments, and wealth management—rose 54% year-on-year to N113.6 billion in its 2025 nine-month results, driven by higher digital adoption, strong loan disbursements, and its proprietary core banking platform.FCMB’s Digital Business Grows 54% YoY, Delivers N113.6 Billion in 2025 Nine-Month Earnings
SpaceX has reportedly entered a regulatory quiet period, a key signal that the Elon Musk-led company is advancing plans for a potential 2026 IPO that could become the largest in history.SpaceX Enters IPO Quiet Period, Fueling Expectations of Landmark 2026 Public Listing
Nigeria’s National Identification Number enrolments climbed to 123.9 million in October 2025, NIMC data shows, as Lagos and Kano remain the leading states amid efforts to reach 95% national coverage.Nigeria’s NIN Database Grows to 123.9 Million Registrations as Lagos, Kano Top List
Nigeria Expands National Digital Skills Efforts Nigeria’s digital skills ecosystem has expanded significantly in 2025, with multiple federal initiatives aimed at preparing citizens for future jobs. Recently, the Federal Ministry of Education partnered with Amazon Web Services to roll out free digital skills training for students and educators across tertiary institutions. The programme focuses on cloud computing, artificial intelligence, and machine learning and is already active in more than 40 universities and polytechnics nationwide.Microsoft, FG Digital Skills Partnership Trains Over Four Million Nigerians Since 2021
Starlink, a satellite internet service by SpaceX, has announced a price reduction for its hardware in Nigeria. The cost of the Starlink kit, essential for accessing the service, has been slashed by 21%, dropping from ₦378,000 to ₦299,000, effective this October.Airtel Africa Signs SpaceX Deal to Deploy Starlink Direct-to-Cell Services in 14 African Countries
FCMB’s digital business—spanning lending, payments, and wealth management—rose 54% year-on-year to N113.6 billion in its 2025 nine-month results, driven by higher digital adoption, strong loan disbursements, and its proprietary core banking platform.FCMB’s Digital Business Grows 54% YoY, Delivers N113.6 Billion in 2025 Nine-Month Earnings

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