YouTube has partnered with FIFA to expand global access and digital engagement for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The agreement allows media partners to stream select matches in full on YouTube, broadcast the first 10 minutes of every game live, and publish extended highlights. FIFA will also make content from its digital archive available, including full past matches and iconic moments, giving fans additional ways to engage with the tournament. FIFA Secretary General Mattias Grafström said the partnership is designed to strengthen global reach and fan interaction; “By spotlighting FIFA’s premium content and unlocking new opportunities for media partners and creators, this agreement will engage global fans in ways never seen before” The 2026 World Cup will be hosted by Canada, Mexico, and the United States, and will be the first edition to feature 48 teams, making it the largest in the history of the tournament. The ability to stream the opening minutes of every match may allow fans to sample games before committing to full broadcasts, thereby increasing overall viewership and engagement. However, full live match rights remain with traditional broadcasters, and YouTube has not disclosed how many matches will be available in full or which partners will receive streaming rights.
Rising aviation fuel costs may push up airfares
Airlines in Nigeria are warning that domestic airfares may increase as the price of aviation fuel continues to rise, thereby adding pressure on the operational costs. Daily Tech Nigeria gathered from an existing report that Jet A1 fuel is currently selling for about ₦1,835 per litre in Kano, ₦1,820 in Abuja, ₦1,815 in Port Harcourt and ₦1,780 in Lagos. Operators say the rise could lead to a review of ticket prices, subject to regulatory approval from the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority. Many Nigerians are speculating that the oil and fuel prices in Nigeria are rising as global crude‑oil markets climb above 90 dollars per barrel, which they claim is driven by the escalating tensions in the Middle East involving the United States, Israel and Iran. The spokesman for the Airline Operators of Nigeria, Obiora Okonkwo, in an interview with Arise TV, said operators are assessing how to respond to the situation while complying with existing regulations; “As regards to us in Nigeria, before the war we were getting aviation fuel at about ₦1,000 per litre. As we speak right now, the last fuel we had this evening was going for about ₦1,800” – Okonkwo He added that airlines must submit any proposed fare adjustments to the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority at least two weeks before implementation, in line with regulatory requirements. Aviation experts like Samuel Caulcrick said the rise in aviation fuel prices is linked to the dependence of Nigeria on the U.S. dollar for petroleum transactions, even when fuel is produced locally; “If not for the dollar, the Jet A1 you are talking about would be around ₦900” – Caulcrick He added that fuel suppliers and refiners must convert naira earnings into dollars to purchase crude oil at international market rates. Caulcrick also stated that the strategies put in place by the Central Bank of Nigeria to stabilise the naira have helped prevent further increases in fuel costs. Without such intervention, he said, the currency could weaken further and push aviation fuel prices even higher. Stakeholders in the aviation sector, express concerns that travellers could reduce their travel plans if fares increase significantly, likewise, lower demand could affect passenger numbers and put additional pressure on airline revenues.
NAFDAC warns of counterfeit cancer drug circulating in Nigeria
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC), has warned healthcare providers and the public about the circulation of counterfeit vials of the cancer medicine Avastin (bevacizumab) 400mg in the country. The agency said the alert came after a report from the drug’s manufacturer, Roche, after an oncologist raised concerns about suspected fake vials discovered in a local hospital. NAFDAC said the suspected counterfeit products carry batch numbers K1830T71 and H0375B01, with manufacturing dates listed as April 2025 and February 2025 and expiry dates of May 2028 and December 2027. The medicine is used in cancer treatment, including recurrent glioblastoma in adults, and works by blocking the formation of blood vessels that supply tumors. According to NAFDAC, the suspect samples were compared with genuine products in English, French, and Arabic packaging formats because the global trade item number on the product matched that format. However, investigators identified multiple inconsistencies that suggested the medicine was falsified. “The tamper-evidence labels do not correspond to genuine Roche material, and the complaint sample serial number does not correspond to any genuine Roche serial number” – NAFDAC The agency also reported spelling errors in the packaging text and differences in the placement of variable data when compared with authentic products. NAFDAC said it has directed all zonal directors and state coordinators to conduct surveillance and remove any counterfeit Avastin products found in their jurisdictions. The regulator warned that counterfeit medicines may cause serious health risks because they have not been verified for safety, quality, or effectiveness. The agency advised importers, distributors, retailers, and healthcare professionals to obtain medical products only from authorised and licensed suppliers. It also urged healthcare providers to carefully check the authenticity and physical condition of medicines before administering them to patients. The agency has encouraged healthcare workers and consumers to report suspected falsified medicines through its offices, hotline, or pharmacovigilance platforms. The alert was meant to address concerns raised by regulators about counterfeit health products circulating in the country, including falsified HIV test kits, malaria medicines, and infant formula with altered expiry dates, to prevent further distribution.
Easybuy to recruit 10,000 sales representatives across Nigeria in 2026
Easybuy, a Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL) platform, has announced a plan to hire 10,000 business developers in Nigeria this year, targeting recent graduates, POS operators, and stay-at-home mothers. Since its Lagos launch in 2019, Easybuy, a subsidiary of Newedge Finance Limited, has utilized a network of thousands of partner stores to provide installment financing for smartphones and home appliances.The program provides a structured monthly salary framework where performance is rewarded with commissions, which allows representatives to operate remotely via mobile devices.Stakeholders like Jessica Ugwuoke, CEO of Newedge Finance Limited, lauded the hiring scheme for its dual-purpose vehicle for corporate growth and social empowerment: “This win-win partnership with Nigerians, on whose support we’ve come this far, reflects our continuous investment in people. Selected applicants… would be empowered with training and the opportunity to become financially independent” The scheme serves as commercial interest by building a huge boots-on-the-ground pipeline to capture the underserved consumer credit market. Easybuy plans to provide participants with digital tools and sales training to ensure high-performance standards.
Does faster internet actually exist? The truth about Mbps
You have probably experienced this before. You pay for a fast internet plan. Your network provider promises high speed. Maybe they even say 100 Mbps, 200 Mbps, or something that sounds incredibly fast. Yet somehow, your videos take a long time to play. Your downloads feel very slow and when you try to upload something or join a video call, everything suddenly begins to slow down. The question many people rarely stop to ask is: “What does faster internet actually mean?” When your network provider promises 100 Mbps, 200 Mbps, what exactly are you getting? If two people pay for the same internet speed, why does one person’s internet feel fast while the other person struggles to load a simple webpage? Once you understand what Mbps really means, the mystery around internet speed will become much clearer to you. What is internet speed? When people talk about fast internet, they are usually talking about how quickly information travels between the internet and their device. Every time you open a website, stream a video, send a message, or download a file, data is constantly moving between servers on the internet and your phone or laptop. Internet speed simply measures how quickly your data moves. The faster the speed, the faster data travels to your device. The unit most internet providers use to measure this speed is called megabits per second, or Mbps. What is Mbps? (Megabits Per Second explained simply) Mbps is called megabits per second. It is the standard unit used to measure internet speed. Mbps tells you how much data your internet connection can transfer every second. To understand this properly, you need to understand the mystery of the bit. 1 Mbps = 1 million bits per second 100 Mbps = 100 million bits per second So when your internet speed is 1 Mbps, it means your connection can theoretically transfer one million bits every second. It may sound like a lot, but in internet systems, it is actually very small. Everything on the internet, photos, videos, music, messages and websites is made up of billions of these bits. Mbps vs Mbps This is where many people get confused, including me at first. You may see Mbps and MBps, because they look almost identical, but they are not the same thing. There is a difference; 1 byte is equal to 8 bits and 1 MBps means 8 Mbps. If your internet provider says your connection is 100 Mbps, the fastest download speed you will usually see is around 12.5 MB per second. Because 100 Mbps ÷ 8 = 12.5 MBps. It’s a little maths, but I bet you are going to get it. This is one of the main reasons people feel confused about their internet speed. Your internet plan might say 100 Mbps, but your download manager shows 12 MB/s, which looks way too small. Download speed vs upload speed When you look at an internet plan, you will often see two numbers like 100 Mbps / 20 Mbps but it represent two different speeds. Download speed Download speed is how fast data travels from the internet to your device. Download speed affects things like; streaming videos, browsing websites, downloading apps and listening to music. Most internet providers offer higher download speeds, because people usually download more than they upload. Upload speed Upload speed is how fast your data travels from your device to the internet. Upload speed is very important for activities like; video calls, uploading photos, sending large files and online gaming. For example, when you are on a video call, your camera and microphone are constantly uploading data so the other person can see and hear you. How much internet speed you need For real, not everyone needs an extremely fast internet. The amount of Mbps you need depends on how you use the internet. For instance watching YouTube in HD may need about 5 Mbps. Streaming 4K video may need about 25 Mbps. Video calls may need 1-5 Mbps. If several people are using the internet at the same time, the required speed increases. Reasons your internet is slow You may still experience slow internet speed, even with a good internet plan. There are several factors that can affect your internet experience. Namely; Network congestion When many people are online at the same time, the network will become very crowded. This often happens in the evenings when people return home and start streaming videos, and browsing. In a country like Nigeria, many people rely on mobile data networks, this leads to a lot of congestion. Wi-Fi signal strength Your internet speed also depends on your Wi-Fi signal. If you are far from the router or there are walls between you and the router, the signal becomes weaker. A weak signal can make even a fast internet plan feel slow. Device limitations Some phones, laptops, or routers may not support higher speeds. So even if your provider offers fast internet, your device may not be able to take full advantage of it. How Mbps affects video quality Internet speed also affects video quality. Videos require a certain amount of data every second to display properly. This is known as the bit rate. Quality videos require more Mbps. For instance, full HD videos may use 5-10 Mbps. Professional cameras will record video at 30-50 Mbps. High-end cinema cameras use hundreds of Mbps. If your video does not receive enough data per second, you will notice buffering, lower video quality and blurry images. This is why your video may suddenly drop from HD to 480p when your connection slows down. So, to the rarely asked Question; Does Faster Internet Actually Exist? Yes, faster internet exists but speed alone does not guarantee a better internet experience. Your experience also depends on how many devices are connected, your Wi-Fi signal strength, the performance of your device, network congestion and the quality of your internet provider. So, when someone says their internet is slow, the problem is not always
TikTok raises AI media literacy funding in Sub-Saharan Africa to $2.2 million
TikTok has added $200,000 to its artificial intelligence (AI) media literacy fund for Sub-Saharan Africa, increasing the total regional investment to $2.2 million. The company announced the funding at its third annual Safer Internet Summit in Nairobi, Kenya, where government officials, regulators, and technology industry representatives gathered to discuss digital safety in the region. The funding will be distributed as advertising credits to organisations working to improve digital literacy and address misinformation online. TikTok launched the global AI Literacy Fund in November 2025, to help users understand artificial intelligence and identify manipulated content. Currently, there are three organisations in Sub-Saharan Africa that receive support from the fund. They include Africa Check, which is expanding fact-checking operations in Nigeria, South Africa, and Kenya; Centre for Journalism Innovation and Development through its DUBAWA platform that monitors misinformation across Africa; and Mtoto News in Kenya, which produces educational content to help young people understand AI technology. Valiant Richey, TikTok’s Global Head of Partnerships, Elections and Market Integrity, stated that the funding program aims to prepare users for the rapid growth of artificial intelligence online. “With the rapid advancement of AI, we are committed to educating our community online so they feel empowered to have responsible experiences with AI, whether as viewers or creators” – Richey William Kabogo, Kenya’s Cabinet Secretary for Information, Communication and Technology, stressed that the government are focused on strengthening digital governance in the region. “We are committed to advancing digital innovation, responsible AI governance, and strong regional partnerships for a secure and thriving online ecosystem” – Kabogo Meanwhile, TikTok reported in its Community Guidelines Enforcement report for the third quarter of 2025 that more than 14 million videos were removed across Sub-Saharan Africa, with 96.7% detected and removed proactively using automated technology. TikTok says it has introduced measures including rules requiring creators to label realistic AI-generated content and partnerships with initiatives such as the Coalition for Content Provenance and Authenticity to improve identification of digital content. The company emphasized that the additional funding will allow more organisations in Sub-Saharan Africa to participate in digital literacy programmes as governments, technology firms, and civil society groups to address online safety and misinformation in the region.