E-Business
Gloomme App Targets Reduction in Unemployment in Nigeria

Gloomme Business Connections Ltd, a media and network platform company focused on developing consumer applications for Nigerian Market and beyond, has launched a digital application targeted at enabling entrepreneurship in Nigeria, in its effort to reduce unemployment rate in the country.
Anya Ifunanya, CEO, Gloomme Business Connections Limited, an a statement, said, the App was primarily developed to fill up the gaps created by poor business agreements in both formal and informal sector, uncompleted service delivery by service providers, vendors, sellers, buyers of goods, and lack of jobs in the labor market across sub-Saharan Africa and beyond.
“Gloomme is an entrepreneurial business connections platform, a platform where businesses and independent professionals connect and collaborate remotely and physically eventually getting work done with flexibility and security. Gloomme enables you to turn your ideas into reality.
“I am confident that the deployment of this application will play a pivotal role in curbing the challenges faced by many both in the formal and informal sector or those seeking to grow their streams of income as regards finding a reliable platform to trade, exchange goods and services in Africa.
“We have observed closely that the lack of available alternative where genuine economic activities can be done might accelerate the idle mind’s adoption of the actions of the criminal or illegal channel.
“This, in most cases, dents the country’s images and has significant consequences on the foreign direct investment, at the same time, encourages capital flight.
“So, if you have been thinking on ways to better your career, pursue your dreams, find solutions to your professional and financial woes, or as a corporate employee who feels you might one day want or need to jump into a freelance career, well, think no more.
“This digital solution has presented itself in the form of this multifaceted platform Gloomme to enhance the livelihood of a greater number of Nigerian citizens. Gloomme also avails itself as a digital platform for individuals and companies to hire independent contractors and freelancers instead of full-time employees.
“For clients, sellers, vendors, or buyers seeking a reliable online business connection platform with temporary or flexible jobs and options of short or long terms commitments, Gloomme is designed for you.”
The platform which involves in the facilitation of exchange of labor or goods for money between individuals or companies, irrespective of what industry you play, is a company incorporated under the laws and regulations of CAMA (Companies and Allied Matters Act) and have consistently met and surpassed all the criteria for license certification as well as security.
Ifunanya added that, the Gloomme app which plays in the technology space within Nigeria’s business environment is itself National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) and Nigerian Data Protection Regulation (NDPR) compliant.
She concluded that the service sharing web platform also ensures that every user’s personal information is encrypted, from buyer to seller, service seeker to service provider/vendor interactions are monitored to allow for optimal user experience.
E-Business
Nigeria Strengthens Cybersecurity, Launches National Cleanup Plan

Nigerian government, through the Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA) and the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), has announced a strategic collaboration to strengthen cybersecurity and clean up the nation’s cyberspace.
Recognizing that cybercrime knows no borders, Nigeria also reaffirmed its commitment to fostering stronger global partnerships within the cybersecurity ecosystem.
This announcement was made during a press conference before the inaugural National Cybersecurity Conference, which is scheduled to take place in Abuja from July 9th to 11th, 2025.
Sa’ad Abubakar, national cybersecurity coordinator from the Office of National Security Advisor, said fighting cybercrime must take the whole of society and the whole of the government approach.
According to him, “Apart from the deterrent approach whereby government agencies such as Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) arrest individuals, take them to court and prosecute them, the youth can be nurtured into better citizens who can showcase their capacity in better ways and be useful to the country.”
Similarly, Kashifu Abdullahi, director-general, NITDA, also stressed the need for collaborative efforts in fighting cybercrimes.
According to him “Then, in addition to that, we also want to build a stronger global collaboration with the global cyber security ecosystem, because when you look at cybercrime in general, it doesn’t respect the borders.
“Someone can commit a crime from Ghana using a Nigerian ID in the US. So you can look at him physically in a different jurisdiction, pretending to be in another jurisdiction, committing the crime in another jurisdiction.
“So without that kind of synergy and working together, it will be difficult to address these challenges. The third one is challenge. The third one is getting an alternative to cybercrime for our kids in Nigeria. We have this as a major challenge.”
Inuwa further highlighted the upcoming conference’s importance, noting that it would tackle key issues through workshops, discussions on emerging threats, cross-border cybersecurity collaboration strategies, and training programmes.
He also announced that the National Cybersecurity Conference 2025 would feature the Cybersecurity Excellence Awards, recognising top contributions in the field.
The DG extended an invitation to global partners to collaborate with Nigeria in building a safer digital future.
The press conference was attended by notable figures, including Ahmad Sa’ad Abubakar, National Coordinator of, the National Cybersecurity Coordination Centre (NCCC); Hanniel Jafar, Representative of the President, of Cyber Security Experts Association of Nigeria (CSEAN); Ankit Shukla, Managing Director, QNA Marketing Management LLC and members of the press and other stakeholders.
E-Business
AXIAN Telecom Invests in Jumia Post-MTN Era

XIAN Telecom has acquired an 8% stake in pan-African e-commerce company Jumia Technologies, citing the platform’s fintech and logistics strengths as key drivers of its backing.
This marks the first major telecom investment in Jumia since MTN Group’s exit in 2020.
AXIAN, a fast-growing telecom and digital services provider with operations across Africa, disclosed the purchase in a Schedule 13D filing with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.
While the financial terms were not disclosed, AXIAN Telecom CEO, Hassan Jaber, described the move as a strategic alignment with Jumia’s growth trajectory and digital ecosystem.
“Jumia’s achievements in digital retail and fintech, particularly through JumiaPay and its logistics network, make it a very attractive investment for us. We believe in Jumia’s potential to promote financial and economic inclusion, which aligns with our core values,” said Jaber.
Once dubbed the “Amazon of Africa,” Jumia became the first African-founded tech company to list on the New York Stock Exchange in 2019.
But years of underperformance, leadership changes, and competitive pressures dented investor confidence.
In October 2020, South Africa’s MTN Group offloaded its 18.9% stake for $138 million, well below the $698 million value it once held post-IPO.
Since then, Jumia has undergone a significant transformation. Under CEO Francis Dufay, appointed in 2022, the company exited low-performing markets like South Africa and Tunisia, cut costs, and doubled down on core markets – Nigeria, Kenya, Egypt, and Morocco.
The firm is now focused on high-growth verticals, including everyday essentials and digital financial services.
Jumia’s regional CEO for East Africa, Vinod Goel, recently revealed plans to scale up international brand offerings and open its logistics network to third-party businesses.
Jaber underscored that AXIAN Telecom’s investment signals renewed confidence in Jumia’s long-term potential.
The telecom firm’s CEO said the company views Jumia as a key player in advancing Africa’s digital economy, aligning with AXIAN’s mission through its fintech and digital infrastructure brands such as Yas and Mixx by Yas.
E-Business
NIMC Plans to Register 95 Percent Nigerians by December

Abisoye Coker-Odusote, director general, National Identity management commission (NIMC) has said that the commission is set to register 95 percent of Nigerians into the National Identity Database before December 2025.

Abisoye Coker-Odusote,, DG, NIMC
She made this statement at a press briefing to highlight the commissions goal aligns with President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, particularly on digital governance and inclusive development.
The mass enrollment drive will be powered by a combination of improved infrastructure, expanded registration centres, and robust public sensitization campaigns.
As of May 2025, NIMC reports over 120 million Nigerians have been enrolled, and about 100 million more would be captured by December.
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