The Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, unveiled plans for the commencement of an automated passport application process set to initiate on January 8, 2024. This significant technological advancement will enable Nigerians to seamlessly complete their passport application procedures online, eliminating the necessity for in-person engagements. Tunji-Ojo emphasized that this […]
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In a remarkable feat, secondary school girls from the Federal Government Girls’ College (FGGC) Sagamu, Ogun State, have proudly introduced an AI robot named ‘Okikiola-Sagamu,’ affectionately known as Kiki-Saggy. This collaborative project engaged ten students and a few staff members and was recently unveiled to the Permanent Secretary […]
The Executive Vice Chairman of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), Maida, has reiterated the NCC’s unwavering commitment to technology neutrality in regulating the telecommunications industry. This reaffirmation was made during a visit by a delegation from the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) Nigeria Power Sector Programme (NPSP) to […]
The Air Force Institute of Technology (AFIT) has affirmed its commitment to supporting President Bola Ahmed’s vision of nurturing technical talents to spur job creation for the youth. Air Vice Marshal Sani Rabe, the Commandant of AFIT, made this pledge during the institute’s inaugural public lecture. Read Also: NCDMB Empowers 500 […]
Toyota Nigeria Limited (TNL) has elevated vehicle maintenance by unveiling a new range of automobile enhancement products in collaboration with renowned global manufacturers. This initiative responds to the growing demand from customers for high-quality vehicle maintenance solutions. The launch follows TNL’s recent introduction of Toyota Genuine Motor Oil, a […]
The Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) introduced the Nigeria Data Protection Strategic Roadmap and Action Plan (NDP-SRAP 2023-2027) in Abuja, aiming to foster the creation of 500,000 jobs and the generation of more than N125 billion in revenues. Simultaneously, a five-pillar NDP-SRAP launch coincided with a capacity-building workshop on Data […]
Jumia, the prominent e-commerce platform in Africa, has sent shockwaves through the region’s online retail sector by announcing the closure of its food delivery service, Jumia Food, by the end of December 2023. This unexpected move raises questions about the future of the African food delivery market and the challenges […]
The Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) is taking proactive measures to uphold the rights of data subjects and foster confidence in Nigeria’s digital economy landscape. Read Also: President Tinubu Signs Data Protection Bill into Law Outlined in its Guidance Notice titled “GUIDANCE NOTICE ON THE FILING OF DATA PROTECTION COMPLIANCE AUDIT […]
The Art of Technology Lagos (AOT) conference, in its fifth edition, concluded after a two-day session where public and private sector figures engaged in vibrant discussions aiming to shape the landscape of Lagos’s creative and tech economy. Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State, who hosted the event, commended the Eko […]
The Director General of the National Automotive Design and Development Council (NADDC), Joseph Osanipin, has advised the Auto Sector Skills Council to integrate advanced technology into the development of operational standards for auto mechatronics training in the country. This directive was issued during the recent Sector Skills Council Awareness/Sensitisation […]
