Business

ZTE Partners TD Africa to Launch Range of Cutting-Edge Mobile Device into Nigerian Market

TD Africa, the distributor of tech products in Africa, is partnering with ZTE Corporation, a global provider of telecommunications equipment and network solutions to introduce its latest mobile range to the Nigerian market. TD Africa stands as a powerhouse in the technology distribution landscape, representing 30 global brands, including industry giants such as Apple, Microsoft, […]

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TD Africa & SpaceX to Unveil Starlink Mini Dish in Nigeria

SpaceX is on the verge of launching the highly anticipated Starlink Mini dish. This revolutionary device promises to transform internet availability, particularly in underserved areas. It is set to provide satellite-based internet connectivity to people in remote locations where physical connections are impossible and mobile connections offer limited bandwidth. The Starlink Mini is a game […]

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‘Minor Fire’ Touches Dangote Refinery Effluent Plant, Firefighters Reacts Instantly

A “minor fire” incident was recorded at the effluent treatment plant of the Dangote Refinery in Lagos on Wednesday. The fire was immediately put out as firefighters and first responders swiftly rose to the occasion. Viral videos showed thick plume of smoke billowing into the sky from the facility located at the Lekki Free Zone […]

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NIPR Inducts Peter Oluka,Techeconomy Editor, & 604 others 

Peter Oluka, the editor of Techeconomy, was among the 605 new members inducted into the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR) during its 60th anniversary celebration. The induction ceremony, held as part of a week-long event culminating in an International Colloquium on June 20, 2024, took place in Garki, Abuja. Speaking at the event, Dr. Ike […]

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Mastercard Foundation Rejigs Board with Appointment of 35 Years Experienced Expert

AMA PRESS RELEASE The Mastercard Foundation has appointed Carole Wamuyu Wainaina to its Board of Directors. Carole Wainaina a senior business leader with 35 years of global experience in multinationals and multilateral organizations in areas including strategy, organizational transformation, and human resources. “I am delighted to welcome Carole Wainaina to our Board of Directors. The […]

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We Will Tame Inflation with Conventional Methods, CBN Assures Nigerians

The Nigerian Government has assured the citizenry of its ability to bring the rising inflation in the economy under using what it called conventional methods. The Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Mr Olayemi Cardoso, who made this known during an interview with Bloomberg in London, said that the apex bank is determined to […]

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World Bank Disburses $4.5m to NIMC for National ID Project, Says NIN Enrollment ‘Moderately Satisfactory’

The World Bank has disbursed a total of $45.5m to the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) under the Digital Identification for Development (ID4D) project. According to the ‘Nigeria Digital Identification for Development Project’ report published by the bank on its website, the project is aimed at enrolling more Nigerians for the National Identification Number (NIN). […]

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We Cannot Control Extortion by Government Agencies at Our Airport, Says Minister

The Nigerian aviation authority said extortion of passengers by officials of government agencies at the airports is beyond the ministry’s control. The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo said on his X handle that he had been receiving calls from concerned members of the public over the menace, which according to him, had […]

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President Tinubu Appoints Ex-Lagos Secretary as New CEO of  FCCPC 

President Bola Tinubu has appointed Olatunji Bello as the new Chief Executive Officer/Executive Vice-Chairman of the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC). The Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, Ajuri Ngelale, who disclosed this in a statement on Monday, noted that the appointment is pending confirmation by the Senate. He said […]

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Beware, Generative AI, ChatGPT Now Common Scammers’ Tool

Unauthorized bank transfers. Identity theft. Fooled by deep fakes. No one is too old, too young or too poor to escape being targeted by thieves. “Cybercrime affects everyone, and the threats are constantly changing,” warns trusted cybersecurity expert Greg Schaffer. “Criminals know that accessing lots of smaller accounts can add up quickly.” Surprisingly, Schaffer says […]

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