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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

Artificial Intelligence (AI) & Machine Learning

Digital Realty Nigeria CEO Ike Nnamani says the country does not yet have data centres capable of supporting high-density AI workloads, noting Nigeria may need another 2–3 years to build true AI-ready infrastructure.

Nigeria Lacks AI-Ready Data Centres for Now, Digital Realty’s Ike Nnamani Warns

Digital Realty Nigeria CEO Ike Nnamani says the country does not yet have data centres capable of supporting high-density AI workloads, noting Nigeria may need…

By: Adamu Garba

OpenAI has partnered with the University of Lagos (UNILAG) to launch its first Artificial Intelligence Academy in Africa, marking a major step toward inclusive AI education and research on the continent.

OpenAI Moves to Acquire Neptune.ai to Boost AI Experiment Tracking and Advanced Model Research

OpenAI plans to acquire Neptune.ai to enhance experiment tracking, improve model training visibility, and strengthen the infrastructure behind its frontier artificial intelligence research….

By: Adamu Garba

AI’s Economic Potential for Nigeria With this ₦3bn pledge, Google aims to support Nigeria in unlocking an estimated $15 billion in economic value from AI by 2030. The initiative also aligns with the government’s ambition to create one million digital jobs, reinforcing the country’s vision for a technologically driven future.

Google Commits ₦3 Billion to Strengthen AI Skills and Online Safety in Nigeria

Google.org has committed ₦3bn to boost AI education, cybersecurity, and digital skills in Nigeria. The funding will support universities, youth programs, and public institutions aligned…

By: Adamu Garba

Pearson launches Communication Coach, an AI-powered tool integrated with Microsoft 365, offering professionals real-time feedback on grammar, tone, clarity, and communication skills. Pilot programs begin in 2026.

Pearson Unveils AI Communication Coach for Microsoft 365 to Boost Workplace English Skills

Pearson launches Communication Coach, an AI-powered tool integrated with Microsoft 365, offering professionals real-time feedback on grammar, tone, clarity, and communication skills. Pilot programs begin…

By: Adamu Garba

The UAE is investing $1 billion to expand Africa’s AI infrastructure, modernise public services, strengthen digital identity systems, and support sectors like education, health, agriculture and climate resilience.

UAE to Invest $1 Billion in AI Infrastructure and Digital Innovation Across Africa

The UAE is investing $1 billion to expand Africa’s AI infrastructure, modernise public services, strengthen digital identity systems, and support sectors like education, health, agriculture…

By: Emeka Nwachukwu

Google debuts Nano Banana Pro, an enhanced Gemini 3 image model offering Nigerian creators sharper text generation, multi-image referencing, high-resolution exports, and new verification tools for identifying AI-generated visuals.

Google Rolls Out Nano Banana Pro on Gemini 3 to Empower Nigeria’s Growing AI Creator Community

Google debuts Nano Banana Pro, an enhanced Gemini 3 image model offering Nigerian creators sharper text generation, multi-image referencing, high-resolution exports, and new verification tools…

By: Adamu Garba

Trump Weighs Legal Action Against States Over AI Laws as White House Pushes for One National Standard

The Trump administration is considering an executive order that would direct the Justice Department to challenge state-level AI regulations in court, aiming to replace growing…

By: Adamu Garba

Meta

Meta Finalizes 2Africa Subsea Cable, Unlocking High-Speed Internet Access for Over 3 Billion People

Meta and leading telecom partners have completed the 2Africa subsea cable, the world’s largest open-access internet system. The project will boost connectivity and digital growth…

By: Adamu Garba

Google has launched its AI Skilling Blueprint for Africa, offering governments a structured policy guide to train AI talent. The initiative also includes $2.25 million to create trustworthy, AI-ready public data sets across the continent.

Google Introduces AI Skilling Blueprint to Build Africa’s Future-Ready Workforce

Google has launched its AI Skilling Blueprint for Africa, offering governments a structured policy guide to train AI talent. The initiative also includes $2.25 million…

By: Adamu Garba

Google introduces Gemini 3, a major upgrade to its AI ecosystem featuring enhanced reasoning, multimodal intelligence, and first-day integration into Google Search. The new Gemini 3 Pro surpasses previous benchmarks with PhD-level performance.

Google Debuts Gemini 3, Its Most Advanced AI Model With Smarter Reasoning and Search Integration

Google introduces Gemini 3, a major upgrade to its AI ecosystem featuring enhanced reasoning, multimodal intelligence, and first-day integration into Google Search. The new Gemini…

By: Adamu Garba

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More than 200,000 candidates failed the CDCFIB online CBT exam for Nigeria’s paramilitary recruitment. See updated score breakdown, top states by applications, technical complaints, and details on the next screening stage.

Over 200,000 Candidates Fail CDCFIB Online Recruitment Exam as Technical Issues Persist

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