Apps & How-To
How to Check Android App Permissions Before They Expose Too Much
Review camera, microphone, location, contacts, files and SMS access. Remove permissions that an app does not need for the feature you use.
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Technology Explained
Plain-language explanations of important technologies, concepts and trends for readers who want to understand how digital products work.
Apps & How-To
What Are Passkeys and Are They Safer Than Passwords?
Passkeys use a cryptographic credential tied to the real website or app. You approve sign-in with your device unlock instead of typing…
Cybersecurity
How QR-Code Phishing Works and How to Avoid It
A QR code can hide a link until you scan it. Check the destination, avoid urgent payment requests and open the organisation's…
Business Technology
The 3-2-1 Backup Plan for Nigerian Small Businesses
Keep three copies of important data, on two types of storage, with one copy away from the main location. Then test that…
AI
How AI Agents Could Help Nigerian Small Businesses
AI agents could prepare customer replies, check approved stock records and organise routine work, but payments, refunds and sensitive decisions still need…
Cybersecurity
How to Identify a Fake Bank Transfer Alert in Nigeria
A text message, email or payment screenshot can be altered. Confirm a transfer through your own bank account or trusted payment record…
Apps & How-To
How SIM-Swap Fraud Works and How to Protect Your Nigerian Phone Number
SIM-swap fraud gives another SIM control of a victim's number. Unexpected loss of service can be an early warning, especially when banking…
AI
What Is Generative AI? A Practical Guide for Nigerian Readers
Generative AI creates new text, images, audio or code from patterns learned during training. It can be useful, but its answers still…
Cybersecurity
How Phishing Scams Work and How to Spot Them
Phishing uses a convincing message, page or call to make a person reveal information, send money, install software or approve an action…
AI
How Nigerian Students Can Use AI Responsibly Without Losing Their Own Skills
Students can use AI to explain, practise and organise learning, but it should not replace reading, reasoning, original writing or the rules…