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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Economic expert, Ismaila Yusuf Atus, has raised concerns about the slow progress of gender equality across the world, stressing the urgent need for systemic change to close the global gender gap. In a statement to mark this year's International Women's Day, on Saturday, Atus, who is the Managing Director of Atus West African Investment, noted…
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A former militant leader in the Niger Delta and prominent member of the third phase of the Presidential Amnesty Programme (PAP), Osaanya Ossanya has accused some failed politicians of working hard to discredit the good works of the National Security Adviser, Mallam Nuhu Ribadu. He stated that these politicians and their collaborators are not happy…
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Syrian security forces deployed heavily in the Alawite heartland on the Mediterranean coast on Saturday, after a war monitor reported that government and allied forces killed more than 500 civilians from the religious minority in recent days. Residents of the region continued to report killings of civilians after deadly clashes broke out on Thursday between…
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France on Saturday condemned violence in Syria targeting "civilians because of their faith, and prisoners", as a war monitor said more than 500 Alawites have been killed in recent days. A French foreign ministry statement called on Syria's new authorities "to ensure that independent investigations can shed light on these crimes, and that the perpetrators…
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Afrobeat artist Sizzy Benjamin, born Praise Okocha Benjamin, is set to release his highly anticipated single “I Go Win” on March 20, 2025. Signed to Red Nation Records, Sizzy shared his excitement with fans, revealing that the song is deeply personal and inspired by his journey of overcoming challenges and striving for success. “I Go…
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Germany's conservative election winner Friedrich Merz said on Saturday he had agreed on tough restrictions on irregular immigration in talks with his likely future governing partners. Europe's biggest economy would reject undocumented migrants at its borders, including asylum seekers, said Merz of the CDU/CSU bloc after concluding exploratory talks with the centre-left SPD. After days…
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A former militant leader in the Niger Delta and prominent member of the third phase of the Presidential Amnesty Programme (PAP), Osaanya Ossanya has accused some failed politicians of working hard to discredit the good works of the National Security Adviser, Mallam Nuhu Ribadu. He stated that these politicians and their collaborators are not happy…
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Iran's supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei on Saturday slammed what he described as bullying tactics a day after US President Donald Trump threatened military action against Iran. "Some bully governments -- I really don't know of any more appropriate term for some foreign figures and leaders than the word bullying -- insist on negotiations," Khamenei…
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Transnational Corporation Plc, Nigeria’s leading listed conglomerate, has announced its financial results for the year ended December 31, 2024. Consistent with its track record, the Group sustained its strong growth trajectory across its financial indicators, reinforcing its market leadership and strategic positioning. In its audited results, Transcorp reported significant year-on-year growth, with a revenue of…
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Liverpool survived a scare from Southampton as Mohamed Salah and Darwin Nunez inspired the fightback in a 3-1 win that lifted the Premier League leaders 16 points clear at the top on Saturday. Arne Slot's side were rocked by Will Smallbone's first half opener for bottom of the table Southampton at Anfield. But Liverpool recovered…