· Jun 9

AFENET uses Google AI satellite data to vaccinate 78,000 untracked Nigerian children

The African Field Epidemiology Network (AFENET) utilized Google’s Open Buildings dataset to identify unmapped villages in Nigeria and vaccinate 78,000 previously unreachable children in Katsina State’s Yamma 2 ward. The dataset, which includes 1.8 billion building footprints created by Google Research Africa, supports health planning and flood protection in multiple...
· May 28

Nigeria launches first ever flare gas digital infrastructure project – Businessday NG

Dawcon Energy and Green Flare Holdings have signed a Gas Connection Agreement with the OML 30 Joint Venture to commercialize flare gas from upstream oil and gas production in Nigeria. This initiative marks the launch of Nigeria’s first flare gas-powered digital infrastructure, focusing on energy transition and digital transformation. Green...
· May 5

Nigeria at Dubai AI forum: A bold step for tech diplomacy and global innovation – Businessday NG

Nigeria led a significant delegation to Dubai AI Week 2025, highlighting its growing influence in global AI innovation and digital economy. The delegation, curated by Nigerian entrepreneur Folajimi Daodu, included top AI entrepreneurs showcasing innovations like CDIAL’s Indigenius AI and Stakestack AI platforms. This participation aligns with President Bola Ahmed...