Nigerian Afrobeats artists are making a significant impact on the global music scene, and the nominations and big win at the 67th Grammy Awards nominations are a testament to that. The ceremony which took place on February 2, 2025, at the Arena in Los Angeles was a night to remember […]
Nigerian singer Temilade Openiyi, popularly known as Tems, has secured her second Grammy Award, winning the Best African Music Performance category at the 67th Grammy Awards held at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles on Sunday. Tems claimed the award with her song Love Me JeJe, outperforming fellow nominees Yemi […]
The Private Telecommunications and Communications Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PTECSSAN) has raised concerns over the recent tariff increment in the telecommunications sector, calling for an urgent review to protect consumers and industry workers. In a strongly worded letter, PTECSSAN highlighted the financial strain the tariff increase would impose on […]
The National Institute for Cultural Orientation (NICO), a parastatal of the Federal Ministry of Art, Culture, Tourism and the Creative Economy commends Executive Governor of Oyo State, His Excellency, Seyi Makinde for his directive for all civil and public servants in the state to wear Aso Oke fabric every Thursday. […]
United States President, Donald Trump has announced that Microsoft is in talks to acquire TikTok’s US operations. This development comes after Trump pressured the social network to shed its Chinese ownership or face a ban based on national security grounds. Trump mentioned that “there’s great interest in TikTok” and that […]
The Federal Government of Nigeria through the Ministry of Innovation, Science, and Technology has officially launched the Innovations in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Policy (iSTEP) Program, an initiative aimed at empowering youth-driven innovation and driving Nigeria’s economic transformation. The launch took place through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding […]
As part of an initiative and efforts to promote sustainable energy solutions and reduce carbon emissions in the country, Oando, a leading energy company in Nigeria, has announced plans to deploy 5,000 electric buses for public transportation in Lagos. During an interview with CNBC Africa, at the just concluded World […]
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has declared its intention to hold a nationwide protest on Tuesday, 4th February 2025, in response to the proposed 50 per cent increase in telecommunication tariffs. In a statement issued at the conclusion of its National Administrative Council (NAC) meeting in Abuja yesterday, signed by […]
The agreement, as outlined in a preliminary draft, requires Meta to pay approximately $25 million, with $22 million allocated to a fund for Trump’s upcoming presidential library. The remainder will cover attorney fees and compensation for other plaintiffs, the source added. This settlement […]
Google has recently launched a complimentary Cloud Data Analytics Certificate designed for individuals eager to strengthen their skills and employability in 2025. This unique opportunity offers a no-cost program, empowering participants to acquire industry-relevant expertise and earn a prestigious certificate from Google—providing a competitive advantage in today’s job market. As […]