Starlink has reached 9 million users worldwide across 155 countries, fueled by rising demand for satellite internet and strong growth in Nigeria and Africa.
Nigeria Records 118 Telecom Network Disruptions in December 2025 — NCC Report
Nigeria’s telecom sector logged 118 network disruptions in December 2025, largely due to power failures and fibre cuts, according to data from the NCC Uptime Portal.
Meta Buys Agentic AI Firm Manus in $2B Deal to Redefine WhatsApp, Instagram, and Facebook
Meta has acquired Singapore-based agentic AI startup Manus for over $2 billion, signaling a shift from conversational AI to autonomous systems across WhatsApp, Instagram, and Facebook.
SpaceX Enters IPO Quiet Period, Fueling Expectations of Landmark 2026 Public Listing
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.
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.
African Women Tech Founders Surpass $45 Million in Funding by September 2025
Despite a tough investment climate, African female-led startups raised over $45.4 million by September 2025. Here are the women founders who secured $1 million or more this year across sectors including fintech, biotech, agritech, healthtech, and clean energy.
Daniel Bwala Under Fire for Starlink Claim in Explaining Nigeria’s Inability to Track Terrorists
Presidential adviser Daniel Bwala faced criticism after claiming terrorists evade Nigerian security using Starlink and foreign networks. His explanation fell apart during a live radio interview, sparking debates on intelligence accountability.