30 results
- 15 Jun 2020
Paraguay and Nigeria in no Hurry to Roll Out 5G
While 5G rollout is imminent or underway in countries as diverse as South Africa, the Philippines and Morocco, some countries are not in a hurry – the most recent examples being Paraguay and Nigeria.…
- 1 Dec 2013
ITU Says Broadcasting is Key Communication Medium in Emergencies
A new ITU report has highlighted the importance of international cooperation needed to enhance the reach of broadcasting in emergency situations, such as in the Philippines, which was recently…
- 23 Oct 2013
Nigeria Losing $6bn Annually in Maritime Sector
Patrick Ziakede Apkobolokemi, director general and chief executive officer, Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) said that the Agency went into the National Seafarers…
- 18 Mar 2026
Nigeria tops global rankings for USDT, USDC ownership
Nigeria has ranked first globally in the ownership of the two largest stablecoins, Tether (USDT) and USD Coin (USDC), reflecting the country’s growing reliance on dollar-linked digital assets. USDT,…
- 25 Nov 2019
Report Finds Three-in-10 Adults in Emerging Economies as Not Having Phone
As ownership of mobile phones, especially smartphones, spreads rapidly across the globe, an average of three-in-10 adults in emerging economies still do not own a phone. This is one of the key…
- 16 Jan 2014
Empowering Local Companies in BPO will Address Unemployment – Adebayo
Gbenga Adebayo, group chief executive officer, Communications Network Support Services, has called on federal government and regulatory bodies in the different sectors of the economy to promulgate…
- 27 Apr 2009
Oceanic Bank Supports Aitec Conference
Oceanic Bank has confirmed platinum sponsorship of this year’s Banking & Payment Technologies West Africa Conference, scheduled for 4-6 May at the Muson centre, Lagos. In addition, Dr.…
- 31 Mar 2016
Lamudi Releases Annual Research Report On Emerging Real Estate Markets
House-hunting is moving online in the emerging markets as property-seekers embrace the internet as a tool for finding their dream home, according to a new report from global real estate portal Lamudi…
- 4 May 2023
Airtel Africa Appoints Carl Cruz Chief Executive Officer of Airtel Nigeria
Airtel Africa, a provider of telecommunications and mobile money services, with a presence in 14 countries across Africa, has announced the appointment of Carl Cruz as Managing Director and Chief…
- 8 Jun 2009
Outsourcing to Reduce Dependence on Oil
Nigeria has suddenly realized that outsourcing can help diversify the country’s economy and reduce her dependence on oil. The federal government said last week that an enabling environment…
- 1 Sept 2025
Spotify Unveils Global Afrobeats Playlist, Celebrates Genre’s Worldwide Rise
To amplify Afrobeats' status as a global powerhouse, Spotify today announced the launch of its new Global Afrobeats Playlist. The new Global Afrobeats Playlist is a celebration of a sound that has…
- 18 Oct 2023
X, Formerly Twitter Now Requires New, Unverified Users to Pay $1 Annual Subscription
In a significant development, X, formerly known as Twitter, has introduced a program that mandates new and unverified users to pay a $1 annual subscription fee for sign-up. Elon Musk The announcement…
- 20 May 2026
Telcos in Nigeria, other Emerging Markets Squeezed by Diesel Crisis
The blockade of the Strait of Hormuz caused by the US and Israel’s war with Iran is placing fresh pressure on emerging market telecom operators, many of which remain heavily reliant on diesel…
- 18 Dec 2020
WorldRemit Identifies Top 20 Migrant Moments of 2020 @ International Migrants Day
WorldRemit, a leading cross-border payments company, celebrated International Migrants Day yesterday by announcing its list of the top 20 Migrant Moments of 2020. This list features developments…
- 26 Nov 2015
5 Reasons Developing World Offer Increasing Opportunities for Startups
Did you know that more than half the world’s middle class will be in Asia by 2020? It is expected that by this time, Asian customers will account for more than 40 percent of global middle class…
- 9 Jul 2015
Winners Emerged in ITU Telecom World 2015 Young Innovators Competition
ITU has announced the two winners of the second ITU Telecom World Young Innovators Competition challenge, the Conflict Challenge. They will take part in ITU Telecom World 2015, taking place 12-15…
- 14 Jul 2015
My Mission at Carmudi Nigeria- Amy Muoneke
Amy Muoneke, the new managing director, Carmudi Nigeria who replaces Christian Keller, has disclosed her long time plan for the, already, leading online car marketplace in Nigeria. Muoneke who bared…
- 6 Jun 2014
Technology, Partnership Approach Driving MasterCard Financial Inclusion in 2014
MasterCard's technology combined with increased engagement of governments is helping drive greater expansion of financial inclusion. Public-private partnerships, such as the social security program…
- 2 Feb 2014
Nigeria Wins Country Hosting Right for World Electronics Forum 2014
The Board of Directors of the World Electronics Forum (WEF), through Consumer Electronics and Technologies Industry Association (CETIA) of Africa, has granted the Country Hosting Right (CHR) for the…
- 21 Oct 2014
Philips Sales, Operational Revenues Hit EUR 6.036 in 3Q2014
Philips has reported third quarter 2014 sales of EUR 5.5 billion and operational results of EUR 536 million, a comparable sales growth flat, with sales in growth geographies up 2%. The Company said…
- 5 May 2009
A Case for Mobile Banking in Nigeria
Nigeria is on the verge of mobile banking explosion, a phenomenon which is expected to push up the number of the banked in the country from a pathetic 15 per cent mark. Recently, the Central Bank of…
- 2 Sept 2015
Carmudi Says 55% Nigerians Will Prefer Saloon Cars
Sedans also known as saloon cars are very popular in Africa, particularly in Nigeria where 55% of searchers are browsing for them, the highest in the region. Domestic auto manufacturers like the…
- 29 Jun 2015
Carmudi.com Global Gas Prices Analyses Closes-Up on Average Nigerian
Global consumer demand for petrol has steadily grown thanks to low oil prices combined with economic growth, according to the International Energy Agency. In 2014, global oil demand was 92.6 million…
- 8 Aug 2017
iflix Secures Additional $133m Funding, Led by Hearst
Iflix, the world’s leading subscription video on demand (SVoD) service for emerging markets, has announced it has completed a $133 million funding round as it continues to deliver on its vision of…
- 8 Dec 2009
Mobile Money Stirs New Mobile Revolution
Mobile phones, once exclusive preserve of the rich now presents an opportunity to start a second wave of mobile money revolution in Nigeria. As The Economist reported mobile phones have evolved…
- 24 Jul 2013
Nigerians, Others Jostle for ITU Telecom World 2013 Young Innovators’
A panel of “Challenge Partners” from industry, international organizations, NGOs and academia, including major names such as Carrefour Enterprise Foundation, Ooredoo, Dupont Sustainable Solutions,…
- 10 Jun 2013
Over50mate.com Connects Senior Singles over 50
Over50mate.com, newly launched over 50 dating site, is created to help senior singles find love and companionship again. It has become popular between singles over 50 since its launch in May. Unlike…
- 19 Oct 2009
ExxonMobil Buys $4b Stake in Ghanaian Oil Field
ExxonMobil Corporation has agreed to buy a $4 billion stake in an oil field off the coast of Ghana, as the global energy giant seeks a foothold in a major new oil-producing region. The deal is…
- 24 Jul 2013
World Gray Market Mobile Phone Shipments Drops
The gray market for mobile phones will contract for the second consecutive year in 2013, with worldwide shipments dropping 12 percent as both makers and buyers of these handsets turn to branded…
- 22 Dec 2008
Soludo Explains Reasons behind Naira Crash
Prof. Charles Soludo, Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) last week told a charged senate session that the recent devaluation of naira was a deliberate policy of the nation’s apex…