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Enugu to launch 260 smart farm estates, boost agriculture

The Enugu State Government has unveiled plans to launch 260 Smart Farm Estates, aimed at transforming agriculture and encouraging residents to participate in farming. The State Commissioner for Agriculture and Agro-Industrialization, Mr. Patrick Ubru, made this disclosure on Monday while leading an inspection team on behalf of Governor Peter Mbah at the pilot Smart Farm […]

NCC, Telecom operators urge states to review policies for broadband expansion
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Technicians urge NCC to enforce phone registration at purchase point

The Association of Mobile Communication Device Technicians of Nigeria has called on the Nigerian Communications Commission to mandate mobile phone registration at the point of purchase. According to the technicians, implementing such a policy would help combat phone theft and enhance security within the country’s mobile device industry. The President of AMCODET, Mr. Kehinde Apara, […]

Apple signals major AI spending shift, open to big acquisitions
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Apple unveils new Vision Pro OS with AI-poweres features

Apple announced the rollout of visionOS 2.4 on Monday, bringing Apple Intelligence-powered AI features to the Apple Vision Pro. The update introduces enhanced spatial experiences and a dedicated Apple Vision Pro app for iPhone users. With Apple Intelligence integrated into Vision Pro, users can now access AI-driven writing tools that assist with rewriting, proofreading, and […]

Test rocket explodes in Norway during maiden launch
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Test rocket explodes in Norway during maiden launch

A test rocket designed to pave the way for European satellite launches crashed and exploded 40 seconds after liftoff from Norway’s Andøya Spaceport on Sunday. The uncrewed Spectrum rocket, developed by German startup Isar Aerospace, was undertaking its first test flight. Billed as Europe’s first attempt at an orbital launch, the mission aimed to establish […]

Trump opens TikTok account amid pending ban deadline
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Trump confident of TikTok sale before April 5 deadline

President Donald Trump has confirmed that a deal for TikTok’s Chinese parent company, ByteDance, to sell the short-video app—used by 170 million Americans—will be finalized before the April 5, deadline. The April 5 deadline, set by Trump in January, requires TikTok to secure a non-Chinese buyer or face a U.S. ban on national security grounds […]

Apple to pledge $100bn to US manufacturing
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Apple fined €150m by French regulator over app tracking transparency

French Competition Authority fined Apple €150 million ($162 million) for its App Tracking Transparency feature, citing anti-competitive behavior. While ATT requires apps to seek user consent before tracking, regulators found that Apple applied stricter rules to third-party apps than to its own services, giving it an unfair advantage in digital advertising. A ruling found that […]

US court revives lawsuit against Elon Musk over child porn content
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Advisory role in Trump govt costing me a lot – Elon Musk

Elon Musk acknowledged that his role in advising President Donald Trump on efforts to streamline the government was taking a toll on his primary responsibilities as Tesla Inc.’s CEO, stating that it was “costing me a lot.” Musk’s recent political involvement in the U.S. and abroad has put pressure on Tesla both domestically and internationally. […]

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Nokia, Amazon settle patent dispute over video technologies

Finland’s telecom giant, Nokia announced a settlement with Amazon regarding alleged patent infringements related to video technologies used in Amazon’s streaming services and devices on Monday. The agreement settles all ongoing litigation between Nokia and Amazon, though the terms remain confidential, according to AFP. Nokia first sued Amazon in October 2023, alleging patent violations in […]

Crypto Market sheds $130bn amid Trump tariff
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Crypto Market sheds $130bn amid Trump tariff

The global cryptocurrency market experienced a sharp downturn last week, losing over $130 billion in market capitalization as investors reacted to the imminent implementation of President Donald Trump’s new tariffs. Dubbed “Liberation Day,” the tariffs—set to take effect this week—will target a broad range of imported goods, intensifying market volatility and investor uncertainty. As of […]

Mali, Burkina Faso, Niger impose 0.5% levy on ECOWAS imports
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Mali, Burkina Faso, Niger impose 0.5% levy on ECOWAS imports

Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger have implemented a 0.5% levy on imported goods from Economic Community of West African States member nations, including Nigeria. Effective immediately, the levy is intended to finance their newly formed three-state union following their collective withdrawal from ECOWAS. The three West African nations, all governed by military juntas that seized […]

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Reps recovers additional $14.2m from oil, gas firms

The House of Representatives Public Accounts Committee has recovered an additional $14.2 million (₦21.4 billion) from four oil and gas companies as part of its ongoing investigation into financial discrepancies in the sector. This follows an earlier announcement on March 16, 2025, when the committee recovered $19.24 million (₦28.7 billion) from two companies—Chorus Energy Limited […]

Maritime

Onne port terminal operator plans tariff adjustment

The West Africa Container Terminal in Onne, Rivers State, has announced plans to adjust its terminal handling charges and storage fees, effective April 1, 2025. In a notice in Sunday, the terminal stated it has obtained the necessary approvals from relevant agencies for these adjustments. While the specific details of the tariff changes have not […]