NCC, CBN Secure Over N10bn Refunds for Failed Airtime
Nigerian telecoms regulator NCC reveals banks and telcos have refunded over N10bn for failed transactions. A new joint framework with CBN promises refunds within 30 seconds from March 2026.
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NCC, CBN Order 30-Second Refunds for Failed Airtime
Nigerian telecom operators must now refund failed airtime and data purchases within 30 seconds. A new framework by NCC and CBN introduces a central dashboard for real-time monitoring.
33.3% of Nigerian Immigrants in US on Public Benefits - Trump
Data shared by Donald Trump reveals 33.3% of Nigerian immigrant households in the US receive public assistance. Explore the full list and its political implications.
1 in 3 Nigerian Households in US Gets Welfare
New data reveals 33.3% of Nigerian immigrant households in the US receive welfare. See the full ranking of countries and the political context behind the figures.
229 Bank Branches Closed as PoS Takes Over in Nigeria
Nigerian banks closed 229 physical branches in 2024 as digital banking booms. PoS transaction volume jumped 33%, while 1.8 million operators face a registration deadline. Discover the full story of Nigeria's banking transformation.
Youth-Led Digital Advocacy Reshapes Nigeria
Nigerian youth are using social media and data-driven campaigns to demand accountability and reshape public discourse. Discover how this new civic force is driving change.
Influencer charged N487,500 VAT on N6.5m purchase
Social media influencer Rita 'Raye' Ushie cries out after being charged a huge 7.5% VAT on a N6.5 million purchase for her tech startup. See public reactions and why NANS plans protests.
Speed Violations Lead Nigeria's 2025 Road Crash Surge
NBS data reveals a 9.4% rise in Nigerian road accidents in Q2 2025, with speeding as the primary cause. Over 1,200 fatalities reported as FRSC launches Ember Months safety campaign.
Nigeria's 5G Users Hit 6.38 Million, Data Consumption Soars
NCC data reveals 6.38 million Nigerians are on 5G networks, while national data consumption hits a record 1.24 million terabytes in a month. Explore the growth, urban-rural divide, and infrastructure challenges.
Actor Ijebu Spent N1.8 Trillion on Data in 2025
Yoruba actor Ijebu shocks fans by revealing he spent an estimated N1.8 trillion on internet data in 2025. The comic actor said the cost kept him awake at night. Read full story.
Analyst Uses Satellite Images to Locate Bombed ISIS Camp in Sokoto
A data analyst claims to have identified the location of an ISIS terrorist base in Sokoto bombed by the US. See the satellite evidence and public reactions.
Nigeria Hits Record 1.236m TB Mobile Data Use in Nov 2025
Nigerians consumed a record 1.236 million terabytes of mobile data in November 2025, NCC data reveals. Explore the drivers, key players like MTN and Airtel, and the challenges facing digital growth.
Data Centre Sector is Nigeria's Fastest-Growing Construction Asset
Nigeria's data centre capacity is set to explode from 56.1MW to over 218MW by 2030, making it the hottest asset in construction. Discover the driving forces and the contrasting trends in residential real estate.
T2 Rebrand Fails, Loses 2,664 Subscribers in 3 Months
Fresh NCC data reveals T2, formerly 9mobile, continues to hemorrhage subscribers despite rebrand and MTN deal. Over 28,000 left in 2025. Read the full breakdown.
Lagos Can Raise ₦1 Trillion Annually from Property Tax
Tax Reforms Chairman Taiwo Oyedele says Lagos State can unlock ₦1 trillion yearly from property taxes with better data and legal harmonisation. Governor Sanwo-Olu commits to implementation.
Detty December Sparks 55% Jump in Nigerian Music Streams
Spotify data shows a massive 55% local increase in Nigerian music streams during Detty December 2024. The festive homecoming drives a global listening surge, with Accra and Lagos as key hubs. Discover the anthems powering the season.
Nigeria Tops Africa in Football Player Exports
Nigeria is Africa's top exporter of football talent, ranking 9th worldwide. Discover how local academies and global leagues fuel this success. Read more!
Chinese Dragon in Nigeria's Digital Wallet Sparks Security Alarm
With over 50 million users, Chinese-owned fintechs like OPay dominate Nigeria's street economy. Experts warn of data sovereignty risks and urge CBN action. Read the full analysis.
Spotify hacked, 86 million tracks backed up by activists
A piracy activist group hacked Spotify, backing up millions of tracks. The streaming giant has disabled the accounts. Read the full story on the breach and its implications.
Nigerian pleads guilty to US firearm fraud
Laurel Echezonam, a 25-year-old Nigerian, pleaded guilty to lying about his immigration status to buy a firearm in Mississippi. He faces up to 10 years in prison. Read the full details.
Scalable Data Centres Vital for AI Growth, Expert Says
Business analyst Nnadozie Odinaka warns that only data centre operators with strong financial frameworks can unlock AI's economic potential. Discover the three traits of winning operators.
Fed's Williams Sees No Urgency for Further Rate Cuts
New York Fed President John Williams says recent US inflation data was distorted by a government shutdown and Black Friday sales, advising patience on further interest rate cuts. Get the full analysis.
Man Asks Out Store Owner After Shopping with Girlfriend
A Nigerian businesswoman shared a shocking WhatsApp message from a man who shopped at her store with his girlfriend. Read the viral story and see social media reactions.
TikTok Signs Deal to Avert U.S. Ban Threat
TikTok forms a U.S.-based joint venture with Oracle and others to protect American user data, ending a long standoff and securing its 170 million users. Read the full details.
Oracle Stock Volatility Reflects Wall Street's AI Doubts
Oracle shares, a barometer for AI market sentiment, swing wildly amid project financing concerns and a major TikTok deal. Discover the risks and rewards of the AI infrastructure boom.
TikTok Signs US Deal to Avoid Ban After $620m EU Fine
TikTok and ByteDance agree to a US joint venture with Oracle and others to protect data and avoid a ban. The app, with over 1 billion users, faces global scrutiny over Chinese ownership and teen safety.
TikTok Deal Ends US Ban Threat, Oracle and MGX Invest
TikTok secures a joint venture with Oracle and Abu Dhabi's MGX to continue US operations, avoiding a ban over Chinese ownership. Key facts and implications explained.
Nigeria, Others Tasked with Closing Digital Divides
The WSIS+20 review highlights Nigeria's urgent need to tackle digital exclusion in affordability, skills, and gender parity to achieve SDGs. Experts call for action.
Akwiwu-Uzoma Honoured as NiTA 2025 Data Analytics Engineer
Chukwuebuka Akwiwu-Uzoma clinched the Data & Analytics Engineering Professional of the Year award at NiTA 2025. Discover his impact on Nigeria's tech talent and digital economy.
Unified Land-Use Plan to Curb Urban Chaos, Demolitions
Urban planners propose a unified land-use classification system with 208 subclasses to tackle Nigeria's urban chaos and contentious demolitions. Learn how this framework aims to modernize planning.
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