CBN: Five pillars for next-generation Fintech growth in Nigeria - ITREALMS

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has declared that the next phase of fintech development in the country must center on five strategic outcomes to drive sustainable expansion, consumer confidence, and economic resilience, reports ITREALMS.

Speaking in Lagos at the 3rd Business Journal Fintech & Financial Inclusion Roundtable 2026, CBN Governor Mr. Olayemi Cardoso stated that Nigeria’s evolving digital financial ecosystem must consistently deliver services that are reliable, secure, fair, and widely accessible.

UK deepens digital partnership with Nigeria to drive inclusive economic growth - ITREALMS

The United Kingdom government has announced a major expansion of its bilateral collaboration with Nigeria, launching a robust suite of technical and regulatory initiatives under the UK’s flagship Digital Access Programme to accelerate the country’s burgeoning digital economy, reports ITREALMS.

At the core of this deepened partnership is the introduction of the State-level Policy, Regulatory and Institutional Reforms Enabling Digital Transformation (SPRIRET) initiative. The project was officially unveiled following a diplomatic visit by the UK Minister for Africa and International Development, Baroness Chapman MP.

Airtel Nigeria CEO urges adoption of intelligent technology platforms to accelerate national growth - ITREALMS

The Chief Executive Officer of Airtel Nigeria, Dinesh Balsingh, has called on corporate executives and business leaders to accelerate the country's digital trajectory by aggressively embracing intelligent technology platforms designed to spearhead innovation, maximize productivity, and anchor sustainable economic growth, reports ITREALMS.

Balsingh made the call while addressing a gathering of industry captains at the Lagos Business School (LBS) Breakfast Club, on the strategic theme, "From Telco to TechCo." The telecom boss asserted that the telecommunications industry is rapidly evolving beyond basic connectivity to serve as the foundational bedrock for enterprise transformation and the broader digital economy.

AI-driven sectors outpace peers with 40% higher productivity growth - ITREALMS

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Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer just changing how everyday tasks get executed; it is fundamentally transforming where economic value is created, which workforce skills matter most, and how entry-level career trajectories begin, reports ITREALMS.

According to newly released metrics from the 2026 Global AI Jobs Barometer, a massive performance chasm is opening up in the global market. The report delivers an explicit warning to enterprise leaders: organizations that strategically deploy AI to manufacture new value are pulling significantly ahead of competitors, while late adopters face intensifying structural stagnation.

Technology: Strategic enabler of efficiency, operational growth says Onyeali-Ikpe @ABoICT'17 - ITREALMS

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The Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Fidelity Bank Plc, Dr. Nneka Onyeali-Ikpe, has asserted that modern technology must not be viewed as an abstract, siloed concept, but rather as an active, practical utility engineered to solve real-world operational problems, reports ITREALMS.

She stated that the tier-one banking institution has aggressively integrated emerging technologies as a core, strategic enabler to drive internal efficiencies, manage baseline overheads, and scale enterprise growth across the West African sub-region.

PwC: Africa must scale AI for growth, not just efficiency — ITREALMS

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Organizations across Africa are showing strong enthusiasm for Artificial Intelligence (AI) but are lagging behind global leaders in translating that ambition into measurable returns, a new report by PwC has revealed, reports ITREALMS.

According to PwC’s latest AI performance research, a profound "scale gap" exists on the continent. While 82% of African organizations are actively running AI pilots, only a fraction have successfully achieved enterprise-wide adoption.

DBI Insight: Broadband expansion remains critical to digital growth - ITREALMS

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Sustained investment in broadband infrastructure will be essential to supporting Nigeria’s digital transformation, particularly in underserved and rural communities.

DBI findings indicate that connectivity remains the backbone of digital services, influencing access, inclusion, and economic participation.

— Source: DBI Report (2026)

DBI Insight: Nigeria’s digital economy maintains strong growth momentum - ITREALMS

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Nigeria’s digital economy continues to demonstrate strong growth, driven by expanding internet penetration, mobile connectivity, and rapid adoption of digital financial services.

According to the DBI Nigeria Digital Economy Outlook 2026 (Q1 Intelligence Report), the convergence of telecom infrastructure, fintech innovation, and public sector digitisation is reshaping economic activity and unlocking new opportunities across sectors.

— Source: DBI Nigeria Digital Economy Outlook 2026 (Q1 Intelligence Report)

NITDA, NIPSS converge to interrogate Nigeria’s digital fate, orange economy growth - ITREALMS

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In a high-stakes strategic engagement, the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has reinforced its commitment to the nation's digital transformation through a strengthened collaboration with the National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies (NIPSS), reports ITREALMS.

​Hosting the Director General of NIPSS, Professor Ayo Omotayo, alongside the elite participants of the Senior Executive Course (SEC) 48, 2026, NITDA provided a platform for a profound interrogation of how digital innovation can act as the primary driver for sustainable growth, with a specific, surgical focus on the Orange Economy.

Data-driven recovery: WorldStage projects 4.49% GDP growth in 2026 macroeconomic forecast - ITREALMS

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The 2026 Macroeconomic Outlook released by WorldStage Limited provides a comprehensive roadmap for Nigeria’s recovery, projecting a GDP growth rate of 4.49% and a significant cooling of inflation to 12.94% by 2026, reports ITREALMS.

Reviewing the document, Lagos State’s Commissioner for Information, Gbenga Omotoso, highlighted the publication's broad sectoral analysis covering telecommunications, banking, capital markets, and the creative economy.

FirstBank catalyzes SME growth via AI-driven strategic integration - ITREALMS Online

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The West Africa’s premier financial institution, FirstBank, has announced its upcoming SMEConnect webinar, reports ITREALMS.

Scheduled for Tuesday, March 31, 2026, the event is designed to move beyond performed rhetoric and equip Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) with a non-negotiable convergence of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and business scaling tools.

SAIPEC 2026: How Nigeria can transmute oil industry risks into growth engines says SNEPCo - ITREALMS

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Nigeria stands at a pivotal junction where it can transform the inherent complexities of the oil and gas industry into massive opportunities for national development.

This transformation, however, hinges on a business environment anchored in transparency, governance discipline, and a total departure from late-stage fiscal or regulatory shocks.

Onne Customs hits 15.4% revenue growth, tackles documentation gaps @stakeholder engagement - ITREALMS

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The Port Harcourt Area II Command of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has moved to streamline operations at Onne Port following revelations from its recent Time Release Study (TRS), reports ITREALMS.

During a high-level stakeholder engagement held on Tuesday, February 3, 2026, the Customs Area Controller, Comptroller Aliyu Mohammed Alkali, challenged port users on strict compliance with cargo documentation to eliminate avoidable delays in the supply chain.

NCC charges media on data accuracy and constructive reporting for telecom growth - ITREALMS

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The Nigerian Communications Commission has underscored the vital role of the media in shaping the national narrative around telecommunications through accurate, data-driven reporting, reports ITREALMS.

Speaking at the formal presentation of the Q4 Industry Network Performance Reports on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, at the Commission’s Head Office in Abuja, the Head of the Public Affairs Department, Mrs. Nnenna Ukoha, emphasized that the work of journalists is critical to the health and sustainability of the sector.

NNPC Limited reports historic ₦5.4trn profit, unveils $60bn growth strategy - ITREALMS

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NNPC Limited has announced a landmark financial performance for the full year ended 2024, reporting a record Profit After Tax (PAT) of ₦5.4 trillion on a massive revenue of ₦45.1 trillion, reports ITREALMS.

These results, shared during the company's recent earnings call, underscore a period of robust operational delivery and efficiency following its commercial transition. 

Winning End-of-Year Market in Nigeria: Strategies for Unstoppable Growth by Reuben Kalu - ITREALMS

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The final quarter of the year, especially November and December, is the highest-selling season for many businesses in Nigeria. Consumers are more eager to spend, festive activities drive demand, and competition among brands intensifies. The question is: how do you ensure your business doesn’t just participate, but dominates? The answer lies in strategic positioning. 

To attract the larger market, businesses must go beyond price slashes and quick promotions. Instead, they need to study their market, understand their target audience, and build a comprehensive marketing campaign that covers every aspect of the sales funnel.

NCS inducts 1,289 new members @2025 confab, signifies growth in Nigeria's tech sector - ITREALMS

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The Nigeria Computer Society (NCS) has officially welcomed some 1,289 new members at a recent induction ceremony in Kano, as part of the NCS's 2025 International Conference, reports ITREALMS.

This event, ITREALMS gathered was a significant expansion of Nigeria's professional IT community, with the largest group of inductees being the 800 ordinary members, a category that includes a wide range of professionals, students, and enthusiasts.

Airtel Africa's profit climbs 5x on back of mobile money, data growth - ITREALMS

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Airtel Africa's net profit has jumped five-fold to $156 million in the first quarter of 2025, driven by strong growth in its mobile money and data businesses. 

The company's revenue rose 24.9% to $1.415 billion, fueled by tariff adjustments in Nigeria and a strong performance in Francophone Africa.

TD Africa, Zebra empower business growth @Lagos event - ITREALMS

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TD Africa in collaboration with Zebra Technologies, hosted a high-impact partner event in Lagos, themed "Accelerate Your Business with Zebra," reports ITREALMS.

The event brought together key players from the retail, logistics, and manufacturing industries to explore how real-time, edge-enabled operations can drive efficiency, innovation, and competitiveness.

ABoICT Awards 2025: Celebrating ICT’s role in Nigeria’s economic growth - ITREALMS

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The Information and Communication Technology (ICT) sector in Nigeria has experienced tremendous growth over the past two decades, significantly contributing to the country's GDP and transforming various aspects of society.

The sector's impact on the economy, education, healthcare, and governance has been profound, with numerous organizations and individuals playing key roles in its development.