PayPal is expanding access for Nigerians to receive international payments through a new partnership with Nigerian fintech Paga, a move that could reshape how freelancers, creators, online sellers, and small businesses in Nigeria get paid from abroad. With this integration, Nigerian users can link a PayPal account to a Paga wallet, receive cross-border payments via PayPal-supported markets, and withdraw funds locally in Naira or use them across Paga’s ecosystem. What the PayPal–Paga Partnership Means for Nigerians For years, PayPal’s experience in Nigeria was widely seen as limited, particularly in inbound payments. Nigerians could only spend with their PayPal accounts. You connect your...

LG Electronics Nigeria is urgently alerting the public of counterfeit LG televisions currently circulating in the market, following disturbing online videos showing unauthorized individuals packaging non-LG TVs in fake LG cartons and labels. The statement highlights the recent surge in counterfeit LG televisions being circulated in Alaba Market and other markets across Nigeria, a story that has already gained significant online attention. LG has also provided a few tips to help consumers identify original LG TVs. These counterfeit products are not manufactured or distributed by LG Electronics Nigeria or any of our approved partners. They present serious risks to consumers, including...

2026 is the year more Nigerians will start paying tax (especially income taxes) as the government, via the NRS (Nigeria Revenue Service) and the JRB (Joint Revenue Board), commences full implementation of the new tax laws from January 1, 2026. One of the first steps to being tax-compliant in Nigeria is obtaining a tax ID. In this article, I will provide a step-by-step guide on how to get your tax ID with your NIN (National Identification Number). I will also highlight how businesses, organisations, government ministries/agencies, and non-residents can obtain their Tax IDs. What is Tax ID? Tax ID is...

There has been a noticeable shift in the gambling habits of South Africans, with an increasing number of bettors reaching for their cellphones to get their gaming fix.  This trend is far from exclusive to South Africa, with the worldwide accessibility of smartphones and the simplicity of the sign-up process fuelling a surge in online gambling, reducing the demand for traditional land-based establishments.  In SA, there is an increasing appetite for online gambling, with the nation’s gambling revenue rising to R75 billion for 2025, marking a seriously strong year for the sector. With the industry ballooning by 550% over the last...

Surfshark has announced a major network upgrade: the launch of 100Gbps VPN servers, with the first deployment live in Amsterdam, Netherlands. It’s a 10x jump in capacity over the common 10Gbps standard and is aimed at handling modern high-bandwidth use, such as 4K/8K streaming, large OS/game downloads, and busy peak-time traffic. Most VPN bottlenecks happen when server capacity and concurrent usage collide. By increasing server throughput from 10Gbps to 100Gbps, Surfshark can keep speeds closer to your ISP line rate even when lots of users are streaming, gaming, or downloading updates at the same time and retain its position as...

The Xiaomi 17 Series refines Xiaomi’s flagship series with faster silicon, longer battery life, smarter software, and bold design twists. The standard Xiaomi 17 doubles down on compact ergonomics without compromising endurance, while the 17 Pro and 17 Pro Max introduce a novel Dynamic Back Display that serves as a selfie viewfinder, widget space, and notification pane. Across the lineup, you’ll find Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, HyperOS 3 (Android 16) with new on-device AI experiences, Leica-tuned imaging, and brighter LTPO AMOLED screens with 120Hz refresh rate. Xiaomi launched the series in China on September 25, 2025, becoming the first...

With the recent increase in prices of MTN Data Plans by as much as 50% many users in Nigeria are now searching for more cost-effective internet packages. We have analyzed all the newly updated MTN data plans and in this article, we share the best MTN Data Plans for browsing and streaming in 2025. MTN has completely overhauled its data plans. They have discontinued some of their most generous plans and increased the prices of others. However, if you look very good, there are still some great offers. For example, before the latest price updates, the minimum price for the...

Toyota has been able to completely take over the premium SUV segment with one of its range of products—the Toyota Fortuner. The Toyota Fortuner continues to sell in large numbers, and there is no indication that it is aging in the eyes of the customers. With enough confidence and enthusiasm, Toyota is planning to launch the brand new Toyota Fortuner. The Toyota Fortuner has a very large slanted chromed grille flanked by LED DRLs and projector headlamps. The front bumper is in three dimensions and it packs more power when compared to the older Toyota Fortuner. The car has bold character lines...

Tecno's hot new smartphone, the Camon 40 is now available with prices starting at ₦275,200. However, you do not need to pay in full for this new photography-focused smartphone. With EasyBuy, you have a buy now pay later option with a convenient 3 to 12-month installment payment plan with 0% interest. Spending 300,000 Naira in one go for a smartphone can be a big challenge in this economy. This is where EasyBuy comes in. With EasyBuy, you just apply, pay a deposit, take home your phone pay the balance over a period of 3 to 12 months. For example, you buy...

Nigeria, 9th November -- Google has announced a major new development, which will provide a major boost to African entrepreneurs. In line with the commitment Google CEO Sundar Pichai made to support African entrepreneurs earlier this year, the company is announcing the Google Developers Launchpad Africa, a new hands-on comprehensive mentorship program tailored exclusively to startups based in Africa. Building on the success of Google’s global Launchpad Accelerator programme, this initiative will operate from a new Google Launchpad Space in Lagos (the first onsite location for the programme outside the US). It will provide African startups with over $3-million in equity-free support,...

Nigerian firms that offer customer support services extensively on their platforms are opting for chatbot solutions to reduce cost and improve Customer Experience (CX). The chatbot technology is more straightforward, can be easily integrated across several chat channels, and also easy to deploy. The adoption of chatbots is a cost-effective measure and is rapidly changing the game for many businesses. The AI-driven bots begin to communicate more effectively with end-users while giving organizations a deeper understanding of their customers. This technology helps organizations decrease their operating expenses, which, in turn, frees up resources for the organization to mine other profitable opportunities. The financial service sector is actively...

Amazfit is gearing up to launch the Stratos 3 smartwatch in India soon. Already, the product page and teaser page containing most of the details and specs of the upcoming smart device is live on Flipkart. The information on the teaser page also revealed the price of the Amazfit Stratos 3. The smartwatch carries a price tag of Rs. 13,999 in India, but information on the availability and launch of this device is still a mystery. We can expect the watch to go on sale early July or sometime in July going by the company’s record. The Amazfit Stratos 3 will be the third smartwatch...