Author: ODUNLAMI SEUN ORIYOMI
Ondo State Government is partnering with telecommunications giant, Globacom, to adopt advanced digital solutions that will enhance governance, education, security, and revenue collection. At a strategic meeting with Governor Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa and top government officials in Akure, Globacom’s Group Lead, Enterprise Business, Mr. Adeniyi Odejobi, assured that the collaboration would enhance efficiency and productivity across the state. Odejobi explained that Globacom will deploy a Learning Management System (LMS) to benefit secondary and tertiary institutions. The company will also provide Glo Share, its sponsored data service that allows zero rated access to the LMS, enabling students to study online without…
The Ogun Integrity Group (OIG) has renewed its call for integrity in politics and governance in Ogun State, urging political actors and government institutions to place the welfare of the people above personal ambition. Speaking at a leadership meeting of the group held in Sagamu on Thursday, September 4, 2025, State Chairman, Prince Michael Adesanya, emphasized that only a governance system rooted in accountability, transparency, and inclusivity can guarantee the true dividends of democracy for citizens. “The Ogun Integrity Group, which I am privileged to lead, was founded on a simple yet profound mission: to restore integrity and selfless service…
The Lagos Edition of GITEX Nigeria 2025 witnessed several Techpreneurs, Tech Startups showing to display what they offer, Softgem was not left out, Joseph Obisanya, Head of Technical Sales at Softgem, revealed a groundbreaking banking solution that promises to transform financial technology across Africa. “Finlake allows you to own a bank – digital or traditional – within zero to six weeks,” Obasesan told Journalists at the exhibition. “We provide a complete banking infrastructure, from digital wallets to KYC modules, all integrated through simple API connections.” Discussing the platform’s unique value proposition, Obisanya emphasized its cost-effectiveness: “We’re charging just $0.54 for…
PalmPay, a leading Fintech Company in Nigeria made its appearance at the exhibition hall at the Lagos edition of GITEX NIGERIA 2025, Olorunfemi Hanson, Head of Marketing & Communications for PalmPay Nigeria, revealed the company’s aggressive expansion strategy at the recent exhibition hall. “We’re not just another financial institution,” Hanson proclaimed. “We have more products than any other financial institution in Nigeria today.” Highlighting the company’s comprehensive approach, Hanson emphasized, “We’re pushing our consumer app and business solutions across all markets in Nigeria, not just Lagos.” He added, “Every card we issue is a step towards financial inclusion.” The marketing…
In an exclusive interview with news men at one of the exhibition halls at the Lagos edition of GITEX Nigeria 2025, Davidson Regha, CEO of Bluecode Nigeria Payments, has lifted the lid on a groundbreaking mobile payment solution that promises to transform financial transactions across Africa. “We provide an alternative for consumers to make payments at point of sale, instead of using traditional cards,” Rega declared boldly. The game-changing technology embeds payment solutions directly into bank applications, allowing users to transact seamlessly. “If you have a bank account, you’re able to pay with our solution on the bank app,” Regha…
In a exclusive interview with news men at the Lagos edition of GITEX NIGERIA 2025 exhibition ground, Smith Osemeke, MD/CEO of Unitellas, revealed how the company has been revolutionizing data management in Nigeria. “We ensure that data is being hosted in Nigeria,” Osemeke stated, emphasizing their support for the federal government’s data domestication policy. Osemeke highlighted the significant challenges facing data storage, explaining that organizations traditionally spend “millions of dollars” on server infrastructure. “If you compare the cost of cloud and the cost of owning the infrastructure locally, you see that the cloud is cheaper,” he noted. The Unitellas leader…
……we are adopting partner-first approach – Says Chief Digital Officer
At the Lagos Edition of GITEX Nigeria 2025, Zoho Nigeria made a bold statement about its commitment to Africa’s digital transformation. Kehinde Ogundare, Country Manager for Zoho Nigeria, unveiled the company’s comprehensive suite of business applications, positioning Nigeria as the cornerstone of Zoho’s expansion strategy across the continent. “Nigeria is the biggest market in Africa where anywhere else is better,” Ogundare declared, underscoring the country’s strategic importance. He added, “Lagos has the biggest startup hub in the world today,” pointing to the region’s vibrant entrepreneurial ecosystem. Zoho’s platform offers an integrated range of cloud-based tools designed to streamline operations for…
Lagos, Nigeria – Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu delivered a landmark speech at GITEX Nigeria, boldly proclaiming Lagos as “Africa’s innovation now center” and highlighting the city’s extraordinary technological transformation. The Governor painted a vivid picture of Lagos’s technological ecosystem, revealing that “Between 2019 and 2024, we have seen over 6 billion in direct foreign tech startup funding into the state and the city.” He emphasized the city’s unique character, stating, “This is the essence of Lagos, a place where diversity is not just demographic, but an engine of creativity and resilience.” Highlighting the city’s remarkable diversity, Sanwo-Olu quoted a young resident…
In a landmark address that electrified the Future Economy Conference during GITEX Nigeria 2025, Olu Olufemi-White, CEO of Alami Capital, painted a vivid portrait of Africa’s digital destiny, challenging global perceptions and charting an audacious path forward. “We are at a defining moment,” she declared, her voice resonating with conviction. “Digitalization is no longer an option. It is happening across Africa.” Demographic Dividend and Digital PotentialOlufemi-White highlighted Africa’s unprecedented demographic landscape: “The total population on this continent will grow from 1.5 billion to 2.5 billion over the next 25 years. That is a blink of an eye, and with it,…