Technology
18 hours ago
Abisoye Ajila, a seasoned financial services and technology leader with over 15 years of experience, sees technology as the key to unlocking the future of finance. Ajila’s background spans pensions, insurance, and asset management, and his expertise bridges the gap between traditional finance and the cutting edge of technological innovation. The significance of his work…
4 days ago
Imagine you're preparing for the trip of a lifetime, or maybe you're eyeing that promotion at work that requires bilingual skills. You're excited, but there's a catch – the language barrier. You're either too busy to get a private tutor or simply don't have the money. Most language learning apps teach funny yet, frankly, impractical…
30 May
Social media giant Meta says its bid to thwart coordinated disinformation campaigns created through ever-improving generative AI is working, despite widespread concerns.
29 May
Perhaps it may appear too early to judge President Bola Tinubu’s performance under one year in the saddle of leadership of this country, but the fact remains that Nigerians can no longer wait. They are fast running out of patience.
29 May
The UN Agency for digital technologies, International Telecommunications Union (ITU) on Monday, announced $4.8 billion in investment commitments toward global connectivity. The announcement brings the total pledges aimed at closing the digital divide
29 May
Various digital social investments in Nigeria, through the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) were on showcase at the just-concluded 35th yearly conference of the African Public Relations Association (APRA) in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire.
29 May
Enterprise work management platform, Asana, will be unveiled in Lagos at an event, themed: “Future-Proofing Nigerian Workflows: AI That Works,” on June 5, 2024.
29 May
The Enugu State Gaming Conference and Gala/awards night billed for June 27, 2024 at the Amadeo Event Centre in Enugu, is currently attracting the attention of top socialites, politicians and business people as well as gaming enthusiasts
29 May
Endniesal Consulting Ltd has announced the launch of the 5th Edition of the CIO & C-Suite Awards Africa. This event is dedicated to recognising and celebrating executive leaders, who have driven remarkable innovations through technology across the continent. The awards aim to highlight the significant impact of technological advancements on business performance and organizational success. According to…
28 May
Elon Musk’s AI company, xAI, has secured a $6 billion investment to expand and become more competitive.
xAI, which hoped to compete with rivals like OpenAI, Google, and Microsoft, informed yesterday that investors in the Series B funding include Valor Equity Partners, Vy Capital, Andreessen Horowitz, Sequoia Capital, Fidelity, Prince Alwaleed Bin Talal, and Kingdom Holding.
27 May
Nigeria's digital journey is accelerating; at the forefront of this unprecedented growth is the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), and one of its key strengths lies in its collaborative method. Through collaboration with tech hubs, educational institutions, and industry stakeholders, the agency is laying the groundwork for a thriving digital economy. NITDA's partnerships span…
25 May
Adebola Adejumoke Odeyemi is a forward-thinking leader shaping the future of businesses with Artificial Intelligence (AI). She’s passionate about helping small businesses thrive in today’s digital world. With a degree in Accounting from the University of Ado-Ekiti, she is a Fellow Chartered Accountant (FCA).
22 May
The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) is set to take centre stage at the 2024 RegTech Africa Conference and Awards slated for tomorrow and Friday at the Oriental Hotel, Victoria Island, Lagos.
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The National Association of Proprietors of Private Schools (NAPPS), Lagos State Chapter, says its members did not join the indefinite labour strike because they believe that strike is not the way to get a solution. The President of the chapter, Mr Alaka Yusuf, told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Tuesday in Lagos that…
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Troops of the Multi National Joint Task Force (MNJTF), have killed 140 Islamic State of West Africa Province (ISWAP) insurgents and arrested 57 others in Marte Local Government Area of Borno. The Force Commander, Maj.-Gen. Ibrahim Ali, said this at a news conference in Maiduguri on Tuesday. Ali said the feat was recorded sequel to…
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The Naira on Tuesday recorded loss at the official market, trading at N1,476.95 to the dollar. Data from the official trading platform of the FMDQ Exchange revealed that the Naira lost 83 kobo. This represents a 0.06 per cent loss when compared to the previous trading date on Monday when it traded at N1,476.12 to…
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The Senate on Tuesday expressed displeasure at some of the excesses by members of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and Trade Union Congress (TUC) during the nationwide strike for a new minimum wage on Monday. The upper legislative chamber declared that the shutdown of the national grid and the disruption of Hajj flights by some…
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Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, on Tuesday, approved the appointment of Professor Razaq Olatunde Rom Kalilu as the substantive Vice Chancellor of the Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH), Ogbomoso. Kalilu's appointment was announced in a statement signed by Oyo State Commissioner for Education, Science and Technology, Prof. Salihu Abdulwaheed Adelabu in Ibadan. Adelabu stated…
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President Bola Tinubu on Tuesday directed the Minister of Finance, Wale Edun, to come up with cost implications on the new minimum wage and present an affordable, sustainable and realistic figure within two days. Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, made this known while fielding questions from newsmen at the State House, Abuja,…
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Nigeria’s oil production in May increased by 50,000 per day (bpd) to lift the output of the Organisation of Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) to 26.63 million bpd. Nigeria and Iraq both pumped 50,000 bpd above their April production as OPEC output increased by 145,000 bpd in May alone. Ahead of official data from OPEC, a…
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Shohei Ohtani's former interpreter, Ippei Mizuhara, pleaded guilty on Tuesday in federal court to stealing nearly $17 million from the baseball star to pay off illegal gambling debts. Mizuhara has admitted to one count of bank fraud, which carries a maximum 30-year prison sentence, and one count of filing a false tax return, which has…
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The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Enugu State on Tuesday raised an alarm over the ongoing massive demolition by the state government and called on the House of Representatives to set up a national public inquiry to stop the demolition and ensure that commensurate compensation is paid to all those whose property and businesses were…