X to introduce feature blocking links in replies
In a move aimed at curbing spam and unauthorized promotions, X, formerly Twitter, is developing a feature that allows users to disable…
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Lagos ban articulated trucks on Lekki-Epe expressway
The Lagos State Government has announced a ban on articulated trucks using the Lekki-Epe corridor during peak hours, effective August in a…
Nigeria’s external reserves rise to $36.89bn — CBN gov
Mr. Olayemi Cardoso, the Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, announced that Nigeria’s external reserves have surged to $36.89 billion as…
Bitcoin surges to $66,000 amid global IT outage
In a dramatic recovery, Bitcoin has bounced back from weeks of persistent selling pressure, skyrocketing to $66,000 from a low of $53,500…
UC RUSAL injects $500m to revive Aluminium Smelter Company
UC RUSAL, the management of the Aluminium Smelter Company of Nigeria (ALSCON), has announced plans to inject $500 million to revive the…
FG launches strategy for Africa’s digital trade transformation
The Federal Government of Nigeria unveiled a comprehensive plan on Friday to drive the continent’s digital trade revolution aligning with the African…
FG shuts illegal hold mine site in Kogi
The Federal Government has shut down an illicit gold mine location in Kogi State’s Yagba East Local Government Area. The Minister of…
Shippers plan partnership with industry players to address challenges
The Shippers Association of Lagos State has promised to partner with important industry players to address the issues confronting the shipping sector.…
Nigerians to get S’Africa visa in seven days – Consul-General
The Consul-General of South Africa to Nigeria, Prof. Bobby Moroe has announced that instead of the previous six-month processing time, Nigerians who…
TCN suspends AEDC over market participation agreement violation
The Abuja Electricity Distribution Company has been suspended by the Transmission Company of Nigeria for violating the terms of the market participation…
Netflix records $9.5bn revenue, adds 8m subscribers
Streaming platform, Netflix has added 8.05 million new paid subscribers in the second quarter of 2024, surpassing projected estimates of 5.2 million…
Microsoft global outage linked to cybersecurity firm CrowdStrike
An upgrade from cybersecurity company CrowdStrike appears to have partially caused a global computer outage affecting airports, banks and other businesses on…