Business

Stakeholders & Experts Explore Game-Changing Technologies and Innovations on IoT

Although there are promising positive impact of Internet of Things (IoT) when game-changing technologies and innovations are deployed for the common good of all, there are indeed challenges that the tech, telecoms and ICT must tackle. That was the focus of a panel discussion at the ongoing IoT West Africa Conference and Exhibition in Lagos, […]

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Business

NITDA Plans Collaboration with Health Professionals on Technology Enabled Heathcare Delivery System 

National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) is set to collaborate with the Africa Centre of Excellence for Population Health and Policy (ACEPHAP) in transforming the healthcare delivery in Nigeria through technological innovations. The Director General of NITDA Kashifu Inuwa, who made this known when he hosted the Director of   ACEPHAP, Professor Hadiza Shehu Galadanci, said […]

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Business

Aliko Dangote Refutes Industry-Protection Monopoly Claim, Tasks Nigerian Government on Industry Friendly Policies

President of the Dangote Group, Aliko Dangote, has advocated for policies that safeguard domestic industries and cultivate them into indigenous champions capable of generating jobs and fostering prosperity in the face of current global economic woes. Dangote also refuted claims that protecting industries would lead to monopoly, stating that it is common knowledge that foreign […]

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Business

Minister Applauds MoU on Degree-Awarding Academy for PR Practice, Congratulates Ibietan on APRA Election

The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has applauded the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) signed between the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations and the Global Alliance for Public Relations and Communication Management, to establish a degree-awarding academy for public relations practice in Nigeria. In statement, the Minister also lauded the recent election of […]

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Business

Accra to Host Inaugural Green Film Festival

AMA PRESS RELEASE Accra is set to host the inaugural Green Film Festival (GFF) from October 11th to 12th, 2024, across multiple locations in the city. This two-day event aims to merge the evocative power of storytelling with urgent environmental themes, fostering a profound connection between its participants and the natural world. The Green Film Festival is more […]

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Business

Ecobank Nigeria Launches Super Rewards ‘Millionaire Geng Promo’ to Reward over 500 Customers

Ecobank Nigeria, a subsidiary of the Ecobank Group, has unveiled a deposit mobilisation campaign ‘Ecobank Super Rewards ‘Millionaire Geng Promo’ targeted at rewarding customers’ loyalty. The six-month campaign, which is set to run till year end will see 540 customers of the Pan African bank winning various monetary rewards. Announcing the commencement of the campaign, […]

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Gadgets and Device

ZTE Partners TD Africa to Unveil Latest Mobile Device in Nigeria with Pre-Order Option

ZTE in partnership with TD Africa last week unveiled latest mobile range of the ZTE brand in Nigeria with offering of a pre-order option for consumers. Among the products unveiled are ZTE’s latest mobile devices, including the ZTE V60 Design, Nubia Neo2, and Nubia Focus Pro. These mobile phones, are a new generation of lifestyle […]

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Business

FOOD SHORTAGE: NITDA Plans Deploying Technology to Optimise Nigeria’s Supply Chain for Small-Scale Farmers

The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) is keen on optimisation of Nigeria’s supply chain so that small-scale farmers can meet the increasing consumer demands, enhance food quality and safety, and promote and utilise sustainable practices. According to the Director General of NITDA, Mr  Kashifu Inuwa, the transformative potential of advanced technologies such as Artificial […]

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Business

JUST IN: CBN Shuts-Down Price Verification System Portal

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has announced the discontinuation of its Price Verification System (PVS) Portal, effective July 1, 2024. In a circular on Wednesday, it said the decision follows recent developments in the Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market. According to the circular issued by the Acting Director of the Trade & Exchange Department, W.J. […]

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Business

Africa’s PR Body in Solidarity with Members Affected by Kenyan Protest, Condoles Other Bereaved Citizens

The Executive Council and Members of African Public Relations Association (APRA), has condoled all Kenyans in general over the recent crisis that happened in the Republic of Kenya. In statement issued by the, Secretary-General, APRA, Dr Omoniyi Ibietan, the body said , “we stand in solidarity with our colleagues in the Public Relations Society of […]

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