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Microsoft plans for collaboration with AI agents
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Microsoft loses exclusive status as OpenAI’s cloud provider

Microsoft, the largest investor in OpenAI and its primary cloud partner, is losing its exclusive status as the provider of computing capacity for the artificial intelligence startup. In a blog post on Tuesday, Microsoft stated that it remains in a favorable position with OpenAI. In the future, when OpenAI requires additional capacity, Microsoft will have […]

How FG can boost Nigeria's digital growth - Analyst
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NCC grants 10-year renewal for MTN’s first 800MHz license

MTN Nigeria Communications Plc has announced that the Nigerian Communications Commission has approved the renewal of its 800MHz spectrum band license (Channel 1) for another 10 years. The renewal, effective from January 1, will extend until December 31, 2034, according to a corporate notice filed on the Nigeria Exchange Limited on Tuesday. Additionally, the NCC […]

Telcos to receive $1bn network equipment in July — Minister
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FG defends telcom tarrif hike despite legal threats

The Minister of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy, Bosun Tijani, defended the recent 50 per cent tariff hike for telecom services, explaining that the decision was influenced by broader economic factors, such as rising inflation and increased costs of imported goods. His comments came during an appearance before lawmakers on Tuesday, where he was also […]

Labour advocates annual minimum wage adjustment to reflect inflation
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NLC criticizes N8bn allocation for electricity sensitization

The Nigerian Labour Congress has criticized the Federal Government’s proposed N8bn allocation for electricity bill sensitization, calling it an unnecessary and insensitive expenditure. The Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, defended the allocation during the 2025 budget presentation to the National Assembly, which faced backlash amid ongoing grid failures and economic challenges. In a statement on […]

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FG to fine Air Maroc N300m over unprofessional conduct

The Federal Government, through the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority, is preparing to fine Royal Air Maroc up to N300m for alleged unprofessional conduct and failure to comply with regulatory standards. This fine could become the largest sanction in Nigeria’s aviation industry history. The Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection at the NCAA, Michael Achimugu, […]

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FG grants licence for 10,000bpd refinery in Delta

The Federal Government, through the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority, has approved a licence for MRO Energy Limited to construct a 10,000 barrels per stream day refinery in Imode, Ughelli, Delta State. This development follows the granting of a licence two months ago to Process Design and Development Limited for the establishment of […]

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Portugal to import Nigeria, US gas as US sanctions Russia

Portugal plans to boost LNG purchases from Nigeria, US, aiming to reduce reliance on dwindling Russian supplies. According to a Reuters report, Portuguese Environment Minister Maria da Graca Carvalho stated that the decision was made in response to sanctions on Russian oil and gas imports via pipelines. “Portugal is now practically independent of Russian gas […]

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Meta to integrate WhatsApp into Facebook, Instagram

Meta announced on Tuesday that it will soon enable users to link their WhatsApp accounts to the Accounts Center, a centralized hub for managing connected experiences across Meta-owned platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, and Meta Quest. The integration will allow WhatsApp users to cross-post their Status updates directly to Instagram and Facebook Stories, eliminating the need […]

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Stripe to lay off 300 employees despite plans for headcount growth

Fintech giant,Stripe, is laying off 300 employees, according to a leaked internal memo reported on Tuesday by Business Insider. The job cuts will primarily affect workers in product, engineering, and operations roles, and despite the layoffs, Stripe plans to expand its overall workforce. Chief People Officer Rob McIntosh stated that the company intends to grow […]

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Meta courts TikTok creators with cash bonuses, deals

Meta has launched an aggressive campaign to attract TikTok creators to its platforms, offering financial incentives, content deals, and tools to grow their audiences. The company announced on Tuesday that eligible TikTok creators could earn up to $5,000 in bonuses over three months for posting Reels on Facebook and Instagram. In addition to bonuses, Meta […]

TikTok launches campus verification to help students connect
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TikTok still unavailable in US despite Trump intervention

TikTok remained inaccessible on Apple and Google app stores in the United States on Tuesday, a day after President Donald Trump signed an executive order postponing the enforcement of a ban on the app by 75 days. The executive order came as uncertainty loomed over the future of TikTok, which went offline in the U.S. […]