Seasoned media practitioner and public affairs analyst Hilary Damissah, editor of Cyber Africa news and Chief Operating Officer at DigiVation Network has been conferred with the Techlife Impactful Media Personality award. The recognition came as part of activities marking the 2024 Women Entrepreneurs and Executives in Tech Summit (WEETS) organised […]
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The Nigerian Women in Information Technology (NiWiT) recently held its 9th National Conference and 10th Annual General Meeting (AGM) at Leisure Spring Hotel in Osogbo, Osun State, from June 16 to June 27, 2024. This year’s event was marked by the election of new officers, with Mrs. Funmilola Omojola emerging […]
Birthdays are very unique moments for people and a special opportunity for expressing gratitude, acknowledging growth, and celebrating ones journey of life. For many folks, birthdays are a time to surround oneself with loved ones, build deeper connections with people, and experience the joy of human relationships. For a […]
Medical professionals have lauded the introduction of High-Intensity Focused Ultrasound (HIFU) technology for fibroid treatment in Nigeria as a groundbreaking achievement. Deployed by Nordica Fertility Centre, the technology has revolutionized healthcare delivery, positioning Nigeria as a premier destination for quality medical services. HIFU offers women a non-invasive, pain-free solution for […]
Chioma Ekeh, a pioneering figure in Africa’s technology sector, celebrates her 60th birthday, marking a milestone in her illustrious career and impactful contributions to the industry. Her journey from a mathematics student in India to becoming a prominent leader in technology distribution has been nothing short of extraordinary. Studying […]
Kemisola Bolarinwa, a Nigerian robotics and embedded systems engineer, has developed a groundbreaking invention: a smart bra designed to detect early-stage breast cancer before symptoms arise. Bolarinwa, the founder and CEO of Nextwear Technologies, created the prototype of the smart bra in February 2022, driven by the loss of a […]
Senator Oluremi Tinubu, Nigeria’s First Lady and National Chairperson of the ‘Renewed Hope Initiative,’ recently inaugurated an ICT center and educational facilities in Bauchi State during an official visit last Tuesday. The community ICT Center, constructed by the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), and an Alternative High School for […]
The Federal Government has revealed its plans to introduce a comprehensive programme aimed at fostering gender equality and empowering women nationwide. Dubbed the “Gender Education, Engagement, Empowerment, and Entrepreneurship Programme” (GEEEEP), this initiative targets the multifaceted challenges faced by women and girls in Nigeria. According to Sunday Asefon, Senior […]
INTELS Nigeria Ltd., a major oil and gas logistics company, marked another milestone as it graduated 85 beneficiaries from its Women Empowerment Project Scheme Synergy (WEPSS). The ceremony, held on Friday, celebrated women trained in tailoring and fashion design from INTELS’ host communities in Onne, Ogu, and other parts […]
In a groundbreaking initiative, Natural Oilfield Services Limited (NOSL), in partnership with the Rise Up and Sparkle Initiative, orchestrated an inspiring event titled “Girls in STEM: Future is STEM” on November 23rd, 2023. The occasion witnessed the enthusiastic participation of girls from Queens College in Yaba, Lagos, as they […]
