Technology
27 Feb
Abia State governor, Alex Otti, yesterday formally activated a new state education programme named "Abia Fostering Innovation and Reform for School Transformation" (AbiaFIRST). The programme, according to the State Commissioner for Basic and Secondary Education, Elder Goodluck Ubochi, represents a holistic approach to education transformation encompassing Early Childhood Development, Basic Education Enhancement, Secondary School Reform,…
26 Feb
The Kwara State Government has officially launched a Coding and Digital Literacy training programme aimed at pupils in 50 public primary and junior secondary schools across the state. The initiative, organised by the Office of the Special Assistant to the Governor on Digital and Innovation, Ishola Kayode, was flagged off on Tuesday as part of…
25 Feb
Black History Month is usually a great time to reflect on and celebrate the legacy of Black pioneers and the changemakers shaping our world today. As the 2025 Black History Month celebrations close, amidst numerous changes and complex conversations ongoing worldwide, it is essential to spotlight exceptional Nigerians in the diaspora who are driving innovation…
24 Feb
President Bola Tinubu on Monday assured the federal government's commitment to prioritizing the development of the digital economy to enhance youth empowerment and job creation. The President made the pledge while receiving a report titled "Digital Economy, Youth Empowerment, and Sustainable Job Creation in Nigeria: Issues, Challenges, and Opportunities," presented by participants of the Senior…
24 Feb
Dr Adeleke Ifeoluwa Yomade has never been one to sit back and watch—when she sees a problem, she creates a solution. This time, she’s tackling two major issues at once: access to quality education and financial empowerment. With the official launch of O2 International Academy, Dr Yomade is expanding her long-standing mission to provide education…
19 Feb
MTN Nigeria says it has donated 4,600 tablets to be shared in some public secondary schools across the six geopolitical zones in the country. The Chairman of the Board of Directors, MTN, Nigeria, Dr Ernest Ndukwe, made the disclosure during the maiden empowerment programme for Government Secondary Schools in Nigeria on Wednesday in Abuja. The…
17 Feb
The Nigerian Institute of Quantity Surveyors (NIQS) has charged quantity surveyors to upskill, network and embrace technological innovations to remain relevant in the face of current economic challenges and climate change.
14 Feb
Introduction DeepSeek AI has emerged as a formidable player in the artificial intelligence landscape, distinguished by its rapid development trajectory and specialized focus on code generation and technical tasks. This comprehensive analysis examines DeepSeek's technical innovations, market position, and competitive advantages in the evolving AI ecosystem. Technical Foundation and Architecture Core Architecture DeepSeek's foundation builds…
10 Feb
Business leaders, recruiters, and aspiring entrepreneurs gathered at the University of Suffolk for a Business Networking Event organised by the Jasper SME Hub. The event provided a platform for insightful discussions on career advancement and business growth in the UK. Key sessions covered topics such as starting and scaling a business, navigating tax regulations, and…
7 Feb
The investments of the Lagos state government in technology appear to be finding positive expression in the activities of some of its agencies, especially in the management of people and services in the state.
1 Feb
Introduction AI agents are revolutionizing the landscape of automation, decision-making, and human-AI collaboration. These intelligent entities operate autonomously, executing complex tasks with minimal human intervention. This article explores the architecture, capabilities, and future impact of AI agents in various domains. Technical Foundation of AI Agents Core Components AI agents are built upon a sophisticated interplay…
31 Jan
The landscape of talent management has evolved significantly in recent years, with technology taking center stage. Artificial intelligence (AI) and automation are no longer distant possibilities; they are integral components of how modern organizations manage their most valuable asset—human talent. As companies strive to optimize their workforce, integrating these technologies is becoming both an opportunity…
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Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum, under US pressure not to allow her country to be a backdoor for Chinese goods, said Thursday that her government would review its tariffs with Beijing. Mexico imports "many products from China" that have hit domestic industries, Sheinbaum told a news conference shortly after US President Donald Trump suspended tariffs on…
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The First Lady, Sen. Oluremi Tinubu, says the senate is taking the necessary steps over the sexual harassment allegations by Sen. Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan against the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio. While reacting to the raging issue in Abuja on Thursday, Mrs Tinubu said that the senate, being the apex legislative chamber in the country, should not…
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Bosnian Serb leader Milorad Dodik said Thursday he would ignore a summons from the country's central prosecutor who is investigating him for allegedly undermining the constitution. His refusal risks plunging Bosnia into greater uncertainty a week after Dodik was convicted for defying the envoy charged with overseeing its peace accords, triggering a fresh political crisis.…
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The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) reopened the Onitsha drug market on March 6, following a sanitisation operation that began on February 10. Dr Martin Iluyomade, Director of Enugu Zone Zonal Operations, made the announcement during a stakeholders’ meeting between NAFDAC, Anambra representatives, and Onitsha market leadership on Thursday. Other…
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The National Executive Council of the Federation of Agricultural Commodity Associations of Nigeria (FACAN) has approved the nomination of Mr. Vitalis Tarnongu as its coordinator in Benue. The nomination is contained in a letter signed by Mr. Sheriff Balogun, FACAN National President, and made available to newsmen on Thursday in Makurdi. The letter indicated that…
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Spotify, an online streaming platform, has unveiled ‘Lent Destination’, a hub designed to facilitate spiritual reflection and connection for Christians observing Lent. James Propa, Spotify’s Christian and Gospel Specialist for Sub-Saharan Africa, in a statement on Thursday, said the hub featured carefully curated worship playlists and Christian podcasts. Propa said these podcasts and playlists would…
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Six people with alleged links to Russia have been detained in Romania on suspicion of planning a coup. The organised Crime Unit of the Public Prosecutor’s Office made the announcement in a statement on Thursday. The suspects are said to have had multiple contacts with “agents of foreign powers, both on Romanian and Russian territory,’’…
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Ailing Pope Francis's condition is "stable" and he has not suffered a fresh breathing crisis, the Vatican said Thursday, as the 88-year-old nears three weeks in hospital with pneumonia. The Argentine pontiff, head of the worldwide Catholic Church since 2013, has been in Rome's Gemelli hospital since February 14. "The clinical conditions of the Holy…
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Kenyan authorities on Thursday ordered TikTok to take down sexual content involving minors following a BBC investigative report exposing the exploitation in the country. The report, published on Monday, said TikTok was profiting from sexual livestreams performed by Kenyan teenagers as young as 15. In a statement, the Communications Authority of Kenya said it had…
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The Alaafin-elect, His Imperial Majesty, Oba Akeem Abimbola Owoade, is now Oyo Town. His media aide, Mr. Bode Durojaiye, who confirmed this to The Guardian, said the royal father arrived in Nigeria from Canada on Wednesday night. He was received by some Kingmakers, Obas, and a mammoth crowd of Oyo residents at Motunde Village, Oyo…