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Global technology giant, Microsoft has announced a $1 million initiative aimed at equipping one million Nigerians with Artificial Intelligence (AI) skills over the next two years. This ambitious plan was revealed by Microsoft’s Country Manager for Nigeria and Ghana, Ola Williams, during the Microsoft AI Tour in Lagos on Wednesday. “I am so delighted to … Read more
Abuja, February 20, 2025 – Despite boasting a combined refining capacity of 985,000 barrels per day, Nigeria’s three operational refineries are producing less than half of the nation’s daily petrol needs, forcing the country to rely heavily on imports. The Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) revealed this shortfall during a press conference … Read more
Governor Charles Soludo has built a new general hospital with modern facilities for Okpoko community in Ogbaru Local Government Area of Anambra State, in fulfillment of the promise made before he came into office. According to the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Christian Aburime, Dr. Chinasa Eze, from the Ophthalmologist Unit of the Okpoko … Read more
The National Commissioner and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC), Dr. Vincent Olatunji, has reaffirmed the Commission’s commitment to fostering responsible gaming through robust data protection measures. This commitment was underscored when he received a high-powered delegation from the Enugu State Gaming and Lotto Commission (ESGC), led by its Executive … Read more
A new study has suggested that depression could hit the whole body, speeding the onset of longterm physical ills as people age. The findings were published in the journal ‘PLOS Medicine’. “People who’ve experienced depression are more likely to develop long-term physical health conditions such as heart disease and diabetes,” noted a team led by … Read more
Kylian Mbappe scored a hat-trick for Real Madrid in their 3-1 victory over Manchester City in the second leg of their Champions League knockout playoff. The game played on Wednesday night at the Bernabeu saw the French star inspire the defending champions to a comfortable victory and place in the last 16. Pep Guardiola’s side … Read more
The Group Chief Executive Officer of Airtel Africa, Sunil Taldar has described as remarkable the progress recorded by St Agnes Primary School, Maryland Lagos with the use of the Nigeria Learning Passport as part of the Reimagine Education Programme introduced by Airtel and the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) in 2022. Taldar made this declaration … Read more
The reinstated local government officials in Osun, the council chairmen and councillors have ordered an immediate ‘freeze’ of various council accounts as they formally resumed duty on Wednesday. The Council Chairmen warned Governor Ademola Adeleke and others in charge of the council resources to steer clear of public funds saying “any form of illegal transaction … Read more
The people of Effium and their Ezza Effium neighbours in Ohaukwu Local Government Area of Ebonyi State have been engulfed in crisis since 2021 leading to the loss of lives and destruction of property worth billions of naira. The genesis of the crisis could be traced to leadership tussle between two factions of the National … Read more
The Honourable Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, has reaffirmed the Federal Government’s commitment to strengthening Nigeria’s tax system by ensuring the curtailment of tax evasion. He made this known during the inauguration of the newly appointed 50 Tax Appeal Commissioners in Abuja on Wednesday. He highlighted the crucial role … Read more