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Two young Nigerian sisters, 11-year-old Zainab and 13-year-old Asmau Nasirudeen Yakubu, have created an innovative AI-powered mat and Guard Grains system designed to significantly reduce post-harvest food losses and improve crop storage for farmers.
Maduka University has held its third matriculation ceremony, welcoming 967 new students while reinforcing its commitment to innovation and sustainability in education. The event attracted dignitaries and stakeholders from various regions.
The British Council has appealed to Nigerian alumni from UK institutions to leverage their expertise to promote innovation, economic growth, and social transformation through global networks of collaboration.
The British Council has honored exceptional Nigerians who utilize UK education to create substantial social and business impacts. The 2026 Study UK alumni awards celebrated their remarkable achievements across various sectors in Lagos.
Khalil Suleiman Halilu, the Executive Vice Chairman of NASENI, has been recognized as the Young African Leader of the Year, underscoring Nigeria's influence in innovation and development. The award ceremony took place in Ghana, showcasing Halilu's leadership following significant reforms at NASENI since 2023.
Nigeria and Sweden are reinforcing their bilateral ties with an emphasis on trade, innovation, and regional stability through increased diplomatic engagement. This was highlighted during a meeting between Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and the Swedish Ambassador.
A memorandum of understanding (MoU) has been signed between Anambra's Solution Innovation District and Dhahran Techno Valley Holding Company to foster collaboration in areas such as research, innovation, and entrepreneurship in Nigeria and Saudi Arabia.
At just 26, Dr. Wendy Okolo became the first Black woman to earn a PhD in aerospace engineering from the University of Texas at Arlington. Currently, she is advancing aerospace research at NASA, contributing to safer air travel and space missions worldwide.
Ugo Ferdinand Ukwueze, the Chairman of Igbo-Eze South Local Government Area, asserts that the Enugu Tech Festival closely aligns with President Bola Tinubu's agenda for innovation and digital technology, which are pivotal for Nigeria's economic development. The festival ran from February 24 to 27 at the International Conference Centre in Enugu.
OceanHub Africa, in collaboration with The Coca-Cola Foundation, has announced a $120,000 pan-African initiative aimed at discovering innovative solutions to combat plastic waste. This initiative invites scientists, innovators, and startups from across Africa to submit scalable ideas to address the plastic crisis.
The Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Prince Lateef Fagbemi (SAN), will preside over the JusticeTechNG Demo Day set for February 17, where the results of the Hackathon and Accelerator will be revealed.
In an era where technological prowess is essential for economic vitality, Nigeria is moving towards self-sufficiency by fostering local design and innovation. The National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI) is actively proving that Nigeria can successfully create and implement technologies that cater to both local and global needs.
Dr. Zacch Adedeji, Chairman of the Nigeria Revenue Service, has called for a significant shift in Nigeria's economic strategies. He advocates for moving from a reliance on raw material exports to fostering ideas, innovation, and the production of complex products to achieve sustainable growth.
Nigeria is committed to fostering innovation while simultaneously enhancing protections for data privacy, especially with the rapid uptake of new technologies. The National Data Protection Commission (NDPC) is actively seeking a balance to ensure growth does not compromise individual rights.
The Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board emphasizes the need for Africa to shift from innovation consumption to creation for sustainable energy sector growth during the 2026 Nigeria International Energy Summit.
