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.
Nigeria’s NIN Database Grows to 123.9 Million Registrations as Lagos, Kano Top List
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.
Microsoft, FG Digital Skills Partnership Trains Over Four Million Nigerians Since 2021
Microsoft says its collaboration with the Federal Government of Nigeria has equipped over four million Nigerians with digital skills since 2021, with plans to train 350,000 more in AI through its National Skills Initiative.
Airtel Africa Signs SpaceX Deal to Deploy Starlink Direct-to-Cell Services in 14 African Countries
Airtel Africa has entered a strategic partnership with SpaceX to roll out Starlink Direct-to-Cell satellite connectivity across 14 African markets, including Nigeria, targeting underserved and remote areas from 2026.
FCMB’s Digital Business Grows 54% YoY, Delivers N113.6 Billion in 2025 Nine-Month Earnings
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.
NCC Emerges as One of Nigeria’s Top 5 High-Performing Government Agencies in 2025
PEBEC has listed the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) among the top five best-performing government agencies for 2025, recognising its transparency, efficiency, and contributions to improving Nigeria’s business environment.
Chowdeck Hits 2 Million Users, Showcasing Rapid Growth in Nigerian Food Delivery Market
Chowdeck, Nigeria’s rising food delivery platform, surpasses 2 million registered users and 1 million orders, highlighting strong market adoption and record-breaking Big Black Friday performance.
Nigeria’s CAC Issues Fresh Warning to Fintechs as Crackdown on Unregistered PoS Operators Intensifies
The Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) has renewed its warning to fintech companies over unregistered PoS agents, threatening CBN sanctions as Nigeria prepares to enforce mandatory registration for all operators by January 1, 2026.
FairMoney Expands Beyond Digital Lending to Accelerate Financial Inclusion in Nigeria
FairMoney Microfinance Bank is transitioning from a lending-focused fintech into a full digital banking ecosystem, expanding retail, SME, and merchant services to advance financial inclusion and digital financial identity nationwide.
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 another 2–3 years to build true AI-ready infrastructure.