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Lesotho, UNDP Strengthen Partnership on Digital Transformation and AI Development
Kenya, France Partner on New Science and Engineering Complex at University of Nairobi
Ooredoo, du Partner on Landmark Subsea Cable Project to Boost UAE Digital Connectivity
Guinea Signs Deal for Second Submarine Fibre-Optic Cable to Expand Internet Capacity
Omantel Launches AI Centre of Excellence to Boost Oman’s Digital Innovation Ecosystem

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National University Commission  approves establishment of Ebonyi state university of ICT, Science and Technology 

The National Universities Commission (NUC) has approved the establishment of the Ebonyi State University of ICT, Science and Technology, Oferekpe….

By: Wura Oba

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has linked poor telecom service quality in Lagos, Abuja, and other major cities to inadequate network capacity and heavy internet usage in densely populated areas.

N250bn debt: NCC orders telcos to disconnect USSD codes of 9 defaulting banks by Jan 27

NCC said the banks will lose their USSD codes if they don’t pay up by January 27…

By: IBK

In October, the presidential candidate of the ruling All Progressives Congress, Bola Tinubu, released his manifesto tagged “Renewed Hope 2023 – Action Plan for a Better Nigeria”. Since then, the former Lagos governor — like his main challengers in the three-person race — has been touring the nook and cranny of the country to sell his “lifelong ambition” to become president.

Tinubu urges Nigerian Scientists honoured by Joe Biden to share expertise for Nigeria’s development 

President Bola Tinubu has expressed his anticipation for six distinguished Nigerians in the diaspora, recently recognised by President Joe Biden among the 400 recipients of…

By: Ibk

Showmax’s explosive growth is due to TV shows like The Real Housewives of Lagos

The Real Housewives of Lagos 3 sets new Showmax record as the most-streamed title in 24hrs

Showmax’s explosive growth is due to TV shows like The Real Housewives of Lagos…

By: IBK

Federal Government launches free Artificial Intelligence training for Nigerians

The courses include Artificial Intelligence fundamentals, ethics, tools, and real-world applications…

By: IBK

The Vodacom Group digital hub is expected to train 1 million Africans between the ages of 18 to 35 by 2027

Vodacom named top employer in Africa in 2024, launches digital skills hub to train 1 million Africans

The Vodacom Group digital hub is expected to train 1 million Africans between the ages of 18 to 35 by 2027…

By: IBK

Among the most-reviewed restaurants in Nigeria are: Mega Chicken, Farmcity Lekki Lounge, Crush Cafe, Hard Rock Cafe, Domino’s Pizza, Wuse, Jevinik Restaurant, Cactus Restaurant, The Junkyard Grills, BluCabana Restaurant & Cafe, and Domino’s Pizza, Yaba. Places under the Most Reviewed Cafes include: Flowershop Cafe, Oliver’s Café, Salamander Cafe, Café de vie, Wood House Cafe, TOP BEANS. Coffee & more, Creamslices Cafe, Café Flour, Ketchup, and Ark City Cafe And Grill. The Most Reviewed Visitor Attractions include: Dimplediva_scent, Oniru Private Beach, The Good Beach, New Berger Roundabout Ojodu Ikeja, Emir’s Palace Kano City, Rumuokoro Flyover, Railway Compound Ebute Meta Lagos, Abia Tower Roundabout Umuahia, Fela’s Shrine Ikeja, and Idumagbo Junction Eyo Statue.

Google Maps celebrates 20 years and 1 trillion kilometres of directions provided

Google Maps is also home to more than 250 million businesses and places…

By: Emeka Nwachukwu

Apple releases iOS 26.1, improving battery life, performance, and security for iPhones. The update fixes bugs, enhances privacy, and adds new child safety features for users across Nigeria, Kenya, South Africa, and beyond.

Illegal mining: Apple orders suppliers to avoid minerals from DR Congo amid legal tussle

Lawyers argue that Apple’s use of minerals pillaged from Congo connects it to crimes taking place in the country…

By: IBK

New sophisticated scam targets Web3 professionals with fake job interviews 

Web3 professionals are being targeted in a new cyberattack that tricks them into running malicious code during fake job interviews….

By: IBK

Google issues security warning for 2.5 billion Gmail users amid scam surge 

Google has issued a critical security warning to its 2.5 billion Gmail users, cautioning against a surge in holiday season scams….

By: Cynthia Okafor

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