BREAKING: Microsoft unveils $1m initiative to train Nigerians in AI

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

BREAKING: Nigeria’s Refineries Fall Short: Over 50% of Petrol Still Imported in 2025

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

BREAKING: Soludo Delivers New General Hospital With Modern Facilities For Okpoko Community

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

BREAKING: NDPC, ESGC forge strategic partnership to strengthen data protection in gaming sector

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

BREAKING: Depression Can Trigger Chronic Illnesses –Study

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

BREAKING: Airtel, UNICEF Commend Lagos School On Use Of Nigeria Learning Passport

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

BREAKING: Osun APC Chairmen resume despite State curfew, freeze all council accounts

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

BREAKING: Edun inaugurates tax appeal commissioners, harps on curtailing tax evasion

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