Keep babies under two away from screens, experts warn parents
Researchers have warned that babies and toddlers under the age of two should avoid screen time, saying prolonged exposure could have lasting…
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ALTON support NCC drive for made-in-Nigeria smartphones
The Association of Licensed Telecommunications Operators of Nigeria has thrown its weight behind the Nigerian Communications Commission’s initiative to promote local smartphone…
FCCPC grants full approval to 48 previously conditional loan apps
The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission has granted full approval to 48 digital loan app companies that had previously operated under…
African fintechs must evolve into institutions — Experts
Experts in Africa’s financial technology ecosystem have said fintech companies have not “lost the plot” but must evolve into stronger, better-governed institutions…
Uber tightens US driver screening amid rising sexual assault cases
Uber Technologies Inc. is strengthening its driver background screening process in the United States and extending the enhanced checks to existing drivers,…
Trump unveils commemorative US passport featuring his portrait
United States President Donald Trump has unveiled a rendering of a commemorative U.S. passport featuring his portrait. The limited-edition passport is set…
MTN chairman blames govt failures for South Africa’s xenophobia surge
MTN Group Chairman Mcebisi Jonas has denounced the growing wave of anti-foreigner sentiment in South Africa, saying xenophobia is being driven by…
Emefiele opposes EFCC statements in alleged fraud trial
Former Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, Godwin Emefiele, on Friday opposed the admission of a bundle of statements the Economic…
LASEMA recovers nine bodies, rescues 27 from collapsed Lagos building
The Lagos State Emergency Management Agency has recovered nine bodies and rescued 27 people alive after concluding search, rescue, and recovery operations…
Oil prices slide further as tanker traffic via Hormuz robounds
Oil prices extended their decline on Friday as more oil tankers resumed transits through the strategically important Strait of Hormuz, easing fears…
Access Bank launches AutoFest to ease vehicle ownership
Access Bank Plc has unveiled AutoFest, a vehicle financing programme designed to make car ownership more affordable for Nigerians as soaring vehicle…
Access Holdings announces retirement of executive director Bolaji Agbede
Access Holdings Plc has announced the retirement of its Executive Director, Business Support, Ms. Bolaji Agbede, effective June 30, 2026, following the…