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FG launches distribution of 2,000 CNG-powered tricycles to empower youth

The Federal Government of Nigeria, in collaboration with the Presidential Compressed Natural Gas Initiative and the Federal Ministry of Youth Development, has launched a program to distribute 2,000 CNG-powered tricycles. The flag-off event for the distribution of 2,000 CNG-powered tricycles took place on Tuesday at the Old Parade Ground in Abuja, coinciding with the celebration […]

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NCDMB, Triple Helix partner to boost research output

The Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board in partnership with Triple Helix Nigeria, has announced the inaugural SciBiz Annual Conference 2024. The conference aims to provide a platform for key stakeholders to share ideas, explore collaborative opportunities, and co-create pathways for the commercialization of research outputs in Nigeria. According to NCDMB, this initiative is designed […]

Pinterest launches AI tools for advertisers to boost engagement
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Pinterest launches AI tools for advertisers to boost engagement

Pinterest has joined the growing list of tech companies offering generative AI tools to advertisers, following similar moves by Google, Amazon, and others. At its Pinterest Presents event on Tuesday, the company unveiled new features for its Pinterest Performance+ suite, including automation and AI capabilities aimed at enhancing product advertising on the platform. The most […]

OpenAI unveils advanced AI agents to tackle complex ChatGPT tasks
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OpenAI unveils new tools to streamline AI development for businesses

OpenAI on Tuesday, launched a series of new tools aimed at making it easier for developers to build AI-powered applications, as the company competes with major tech giants in the fast-evolving generative AI space. The Microsoft-backed startup introduced a real-time tool that simplifies the creation of AI voice applications, now allowing developers to use a […]

GitHub Copilot hits 20m users as enterprise AI coding heats up
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Microsoft introduces friendlier voice for Copilot

Microsoft has upgraded its consumer AI assistant, Copilot, giving it a friendlier voice and the ability to analyze web pages for users as they browse. This update marks a significant step in the company’s efforts to enhance its AI offerings, allowing Copilot to better assist users in real-time. According to Mustafa Suleyman, CEO of Microsoft […]

Emirates to resume Nigerian flights Sept 11
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Emirates returns to Lagos after two-year hiatus

Emirates flight landed at Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos on Tuesday. This marks the return of the airline to Lagos two years after suspending operations due to unresolved issues, including trapped funds, according to Daily Trust. This resumption is expected to improve connectivity and boost economic ties between Nigeria and the UAE. However, Emirates […]

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Shell appoints Ronald Adams as new managing director of SNEPCo

Shell Plc has announced the appointment of Mr. Ronald Adams as the new Managing Director of its deep-water subsidiary, Shell Nigeria Exploration and Production Company Limited. This was disclosed in a statement by the Media Relations Manager at Shell, Gladys Afam-Anadu on Tuesday. Adams previously served as the Chief Executive Officer at Atlantic LNG in […]

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FG to integrate Nigerians into Commonwealth of Nations AI academy

The Federal Government of Nigeria has announced that it is in talks with the Commonwealth of Nations to integrate Nigerians into its Artificial Intelligence Academy. This initiative aims to foster innovation across various sectors of the economy, positioning Nigeria to leverage advanced technologies for economic growth and development. This was disclosed in a statement by […]

Seplat Energy extends agreement for ExxonMobil acquisition
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Tinubu to approve Seplat Energy’s $1.28bn acquisition deal of ExxonMobil

President Bola Tinubu has announced that the Seplat Energy Plc’s proposal to acquire all shares of Mobil Producing Nigeria Unlimited for $1.28 billion will get approval in few days. President Tinubu made this disclosure during the 64th anniversary address to the Nation today. The President noted that the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission had concluded […]

Nigeria@64: Tinubu unveils plan to create 2.5m jobs
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Nigeria@64: Tinubu unveils plan to create 2.5m jobs

President Bola Tinubu has unveiled plans to create 2.5 million jobs during his 64th Independence Day address. Tinubu announced the launch of the Renewed Hope Labour Employment and Empowerment Programme, a government initiative aimed at creating 2.5 million jobs annually. The program will generate both direct and indirect employment opportunities across the country. Scheduled to […]

Starlink expands African footprint, enters Guinea-Bissau
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Starlink raises subscription fees amid inflation crisis

Satellite internet provider Starlink has announced a sharp increase in its monthly subscription fees, affecting both existing and new customers. According to The PUNCH, the company disclosed the new pricing structure via a message sent to users on Tuesday. The standard residential plan will now cost ₦75,000, while the regional mobile (roam unlimited) package has […]

FG deducts N256.5bn for gas projects in six months
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Nigeria clears Ways and Means debt exceeding N30tn – Tinubu

President Bola Tinubu announced that the federal government has cleared its Ways and Means debt, which amounts to over N30 trillion. President Tinubu made this disclosure during the 64th Independence Day address to the Nation today. Thr President said the country is making progress in overcoming fiscal imbalances, including a high debt-to-GDP ratio and a […]