Following a brief postponement to ensure full readiness, the Nigerian Senate officially commenced its screening of seven key cabinet nominees on Wednesday, October 30, at 1:10 pm. The nominees, selected to fill prominent roles within President Tinubu’s administration, were presented for evaluation by the upper legislative chamber. The screening session […]
The Nigerian Naira took a significant hit on Monday, losing ₦70.65 in value according to data from the FMDQ Exchange, which regulates the Nigerian Autonomous Foreign Exchange Market (NAFEM). This 4.41% decrease brought the Naira down to ₦1,600 per dollar, from the rate recorded on Friday, October 25. In addition […]
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC) on Tuesday raised the retail price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), commonly known as petrol, just weeks after a previous increase. This latest price adjustment has fueled concerns over potential inflation spikes and economic hardship. In Abuja, NNPC outlets raised the price per […]
AfriTECH 4.0, Africa’s leading technology and innovation conference, has unveiled its official sponsors for this year’s event, including QNET as the prestigious Gold Sponsor. Set to take place on November 7, 2024, at Oriental Hotel in Lekki, Lagos, AfriTECH 4.0 will gather top tech leaders, innovators, policymakers, and enthusiasts from […]
The video of a man who recovered from mental illness after the Spiritual Director of Zion Prayer Movement Outreach, Lagos, Evangelist Ebuka Obi, prayed for him has been released. In the video, an indigene of Osumenyi, Nnewi, Anambra State, Gerard Egeora, narrated how his brother, Chukwudi, who was standing next […]
PalmPay, Nigeria’s leading fintech platform, was awarded the Most Outstanding Fintech Driving Financial Inclusion at the prestigious BrandCom Awards 2024, held on October 26th. The award, presented by Brand Communicator, celebrates Palmpay’s remarkable contribution to expanding financial inclusion across Nigeria. The recognition from Brand Communicator reflects PalmPay’s commitment to bridging […]
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has raised serious concerns about the increasing challenges faced by telecom operators due to widespread fibre cuts, equipment theft, and vandalism. These issues are leading to massive financial losses, costing the telecom industry billions of Naira annually. During the launch of the Critical National Information […]
The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has alerted the public to a new malware threat called CovertCatch, which cybercriminals are using to target LinkedIn users in fields such as defense, media, technology, and academia. These cyber attackers pose as recruiters, enticing LinkedIn job seekers with fake employment offers that […]
Peace Timi October marks Cybersecurity Awareness Month, a crucial time to reflect on the importance of protecting our digital lives in an increasingly connected world. With cyber threats becoming more sophisticated and frequent, raising awareness about best practices and safeguarding our online presence is more important than ever. As our […]
The National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI) has teamed up with Imose Technologies Ltd, a Nigerian technology company, to produce locally manufactured laptops and tablets aimed at boosting access to affordable technology within the country. These products—14-inch laptops and 10.5-inch tablets under the NASENI brand—align with the agency’s […]