…The public hearing, organised by the Senate Committee on Information and Communications Technology and Cyber Security, also received broad support for a separate bill seeking to establish an Artificial Intelligence Academy in Omuo-Ekiti, Ekiti State. The proposed legislation on social media platforms, sponsored by Sena…

…and the Lagos State Government’s vision of delivering efficient, patient-centred and technology-driven healthcare services. The Chief Medical Director also thanked patients, staff and members of the public for their patience and continued support as the hospital advances its digital transformation programme.

…generation, cooking gas, fertilizer production and industrial development,” he said. Can technology close the gap? Experts agree that better measurement is essential. Mahmoud said satellite technology alone cannot fully quantify methane emissions, advocating a combination of satellite observations, drones, airborne sen…

…new search feature at Legit.ng! Pascal Oparada is a journalist with Legit.ng, covering technology, energy, stocks, investment, and the economy for over a decade.Nigeria's foreign exchange market saw a dramatic surge in activity on Tuesday, with total turnover at the Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market (NFEM) climbing to $…

…new search feature at Legit.ng! Pascal Oparada is a journalist with Legit.ng, covering technology, energy, stocks, investment, and the economy for over a decade.The Nigeria Deposit Insurance Corporation (NDIC) has commenced payment of insured deposits to customers of the 46 microfinance banks whose operating licences w…

…wallets, making it convenient for quick cash needs.QuickCheckQuickCheck uses AI-driven technology to process personal loan applications quickly, often within minutes.Aella CreditAella Credit is particularly useful for salary advances and employee loans, offering short-term credit solutions for workers.Other FCCPC-appro…

Financial technology giant, OPay, has pulled back the curtain on the complex engineering infrastructure driving its payment ecosystem, revealing a technical shift that has elevated transaction success rates to 99.9 per cent while slashing processing times to under one second. Speaking at a recent media engagement in La…

With organisations embracing technology and collaboration, employers are placing greater emphasis on communication, emotional intelligence, and relationship-building skills that enhance workplace performance, writes JUSTICE OKAMGBA In today’s corporate environment, technical expertise may open the door to career opport…

…Emeh, the Anambra State whistleblower’s case to October 27, 2026. Emeh, an Information Technology specialist, who has been in detention, is facing trial over his publication of a report alleging the existence of extrajudicial killings and organ-harvesting syndicate within the Nigeria Police Force in Anambra State. He w…

…judgement.” He added that the future would belong not merely to those who mastered technology but to those who combined innovation with integrity, excellence with humility, and intelligence with character. Abiodun urged the graduates to become builders of institutions, defenders of truth, and problem-solvers rather tha…

…Nations target of halving road traffic deaths and injuries by 2030 through reforms, technology and strategic partnerships. A statement issued by the agency on Tuesday noted that Mohammed made the call while presenting Nigeria's national statement at the ongoing United Nations High-Level Meeting on Improving Global Road…

…spend hours each day on football content. So, sports entertainment keeps growing with it.Technology is advancing. Online football culture is growing. Digital sports entertainment will likely be a big part of how fans in Nigeria enjoy the game. by Linda Ikeji at 21/07/2026 10:19 AM | Share this Story

…government efforts to improve school safety. The Commissioner for Education, Science, Technology and Innovation, Abba Wakilbe, said the state had made significant investments in the education sector through teacher recruitment, training, improved infrastructure and curriculum development. However, he warned that the re…

…labour unions in Ondo State have warned the management of the Federal University of Technology Akure Teaching Hospital against alleged victimisation and harassment of workers in the establishment. The unions, under the auspices of the Nigeria Labour Congress and the Trade Union Congress, alleged that FUTATH workers wer…

…College (FGC), Kano, as part of efforts to modernise public schools and expand access to technology-driven learning across the country. The Minister of Education, Dr Olatunji Alausa, also reaffirmed the Federal Government’s commitment to the proposed Public-Private Partnership (PPP) land-swap initiative at the college,…

…new search feature at Legit.ng! Pascal Oparada is a journalist with Legit.ng, covering technology, energy, stocks, investment, and the economy for over a decade.The latest market survey shows that depot prices rose by about 3 per cent on Monday, July 20, 2026, with most marketers increasing rates by approximately ₦45 p…

…development, particularly for female teachers and school leaders, through flexible and technology-driven learning.” The ministry explained that the programme is designed to address longstanding barriers limiting teachers’ access to professional training, including poor infrastructure, geographical challenges and time c…

…Africa and the Sahel are increasingly deploying drones, sophisticated communications technology and cryptocurrencies to strengthen their operations.The warning was delivered by Leonardo SimÀ£o, the Special Representative of the UN Secretary-General for West Africa and the Sahel and Head of the United Nations Office for…

…new search feature at Legit.ng! Pascal Oparada is a journalist with Legit.ng, covering technology, energy, stocks, investment, and the economy for over a decade.The cost of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG), commonly known as cooking gas, now ranges between ₦1,100 and ₦1,550 per kilogram across Nigeria, depending on th…

…the Nigerian Meteorological Agency, NiMet, nine per cent; Nigerian College of Aviation Technology, NCAT, seven per cent; and the Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau, NSIB, six per cent. However, a bill currently before the National Assembly, which has passed second reading, seeks to amend the sharing formula by reduci…

…Rector of the defunct Lagos State Polytechnic, now Lagos State University of Science and Technology, Olasunkanmi Longe, also lauded the monarch’s leadership. He said Oba Kasali successfully combined his legal background with his traditional responsibilities, promoting justice and peaceful coexistence in the kingdom. “H…

…that lesson has only sharpened. Cybersecurity can no longer be viewed as a back-office technology concern. It has become a trust issue, a financial stability issue, and a board-level business priority. Cyber Risk Is Now Systemic No organisation is immune, and the threat is no longer local. INTERPOL’s Operation Red Card…

…Nigeria and Poland through increased cooperation in trade, investment, education, technology and cultural exchanges.He said, “We are delighted to receive you in Poland and are confident that your tenure will further strengthen the longstanding diplomatic relations between Nigeria and the Republic of Poland. “We look fo…

…National Identity Management Commission (NIMC). The initiative is expected to support technology-driven governance by improving the tracking of mining operations, strengthening enforcement, promoting data-driven decision-making and accelerating ongoing reforms aimed at sanitising the sector. The development was disclos…

…from institutions including Caleb University, Lagos State University, Yaba College of Technology and the Nigerian Institute of Journalism are expected at the event. The Guild said it invites university students annually to expose them to the values of service, excellence and commitment to journalism and public service…