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Reps “monitoring” report on assault incident involving Alex Ikwechegh and Bolt driver
The House of Representatives has announced that it is actively “monitoring media reports” regarding an incident involving lawmaker Alex Ikwechegh (APGA, Abia), who is accused of assaulting a Bolt driver, Stephen Abuwatseya. This incident, which occurred on Sunday evening, has sparked widespread public interest and concern, especially after a video of the altercation went viral. […]
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Alex Ikwechegh in police custody for slapping, threatening to make Bolt driver “disappear”
The Nigerian Police on Monday confirmed that House of Representatives member Alex Ikwechegh was in custody over a viral video that showed him assaulting the driver of an e-hailing app, Bolt and threatening to make him “disappear.” A statement by FCT police spokesperson Josephine Adeh said Mr Ikwechegh was undergoing questioning to shed light on […]
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Digital divide: 76% of Ethiopians lack access to internet, says report
According to a research released this week by the Global System for Mobile Communication Association (GSMA), 76 percent of Ethiopians still lack access to mobile Internet. The results showed that the majority of people without mobile Internet access reside in places where mobile networks are available. According to the report, closing the gap is essential […]
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Nigeria, Switzerland forge strategic partnership to drive tech innovation
Nigeria has formed a strategic alliance with Switzerland through the École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL) Innovation Park, led by Chief Uche Nnaji, Minister of Innovation, Science, and Technology. In a statement released on Saturday, Dr Felix Ale, Director of Media and Corporate Communications at the National Space Research Development Agency, announced and shared details […]
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Perplexity pushes back against media criticism in copyright lawsuit
In response to News Corp’s recent lawsuit, Perplexity, an AI-powered search startup, publicly addressed the allegations of copyright infringement, pushing back against the media industry’s concerns regarding AI’s impact. Filed by News Corp earlier in the week, the lawsuit claims Perplexity News Corp, in the lawsuit filed earlier in the week, claimed Perplexity committed extensive […]
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Unlocking 10x Growth: Primatec’s tailored IT solutions for African SMEs, startups
African small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and startups often face challenges securing the right technology and expertise to grow in an increasingly competitive global market. Limited access to technology, scarce resources, and competitive pressures make it difficult for these businesses to scale effectively. That’s where Primatec, an IT solutions provider, steps in. With a mission […]
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Nigerian government proposes 5% tax on telecom, betting and gaming services
As part of a new plan to restructure Nigeria’s tax system, the federal government has proposed a five percent excise fee on gaming and betting operations, as well as telecom services. The bill was obtained from the National Assembly on October 4, 2024, and was titled “A Bill for an Act to Repeal Certain Acts […]
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Hackathon: NITDA, ECOWAS empower West African youths to protect continent’s cyberspace
The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) and the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) have collaborated with other key stakeholders to strengthen the cybersecurity skills of West African youths, a critical move to safeguard the region’s digital infrastructure. This initiative is a strategic response to the growing threat of cybercrime in West Africa. […]
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South Africa’s Capitec Bank has implemented a policy to block electronic funds transfers (EFTs) and real-time payments directed at cryptocurrency exchanges, citing security concerns. Despite the growing popularity of digital currencies in South Africa, Capitec maintains that this measure aims to safeguard clients from potential fraud. Capitec Bank defends anti-fraud strategy Capitec’s decision affects payments […]
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The White House thanked the Nigerian government for releasing Binance executive Tigran Gambaryan on humanitarian grounds, according to a statement signed by the U.S. National Security Adviser, Jake Sullivan. “I am pleased that American citizen and former U.S. law enforcement official Tigran Gambaryan has been released on humanitarian grounds by the Nigerian government and he […]
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With the iPhone 16 leaks making headlines, anticipation for Apple’s latest smartphone release is at an all-time high. Among the plethora of leaked details, one aspect that has caught the attention of tech enthusiasts is the reported battery capacities. Let’s delve into the revelations provided by analyst Majin Bu and explore the potential implications for […]
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Agenz, a Moroccan prop-tech startup, has secured an undisclosed investment from Renew Capital, fuelling its expansion plans across Morocco and other parts of Africa. The new funding supports the startup’s mission to bring greater transparency and accuracy to the real estate market. Founded in 2020 by Malik Belkeziz, Agenz utilises advanced data intelligence to deliver […]
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After coming across the article that Nigeria is one of the leading countries that pray globally, exploring Artificial Intelligence and religion within the technology sphere became fascinating. Nigeria is highly religious, with a strong affinity for different beliefs that usher its citizenry to spirituality and communion with the world beyond. No topic, establishment, social discourse, […]
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Elon Musk’s xAI has updated its AI model, Grok, by introducing advanced image understanding capabilities. This enhancement allows Grok to analyse and interpret images, expanding its functionality beyond text-based interactions. The update was announced on Monday, October 28 via posts from an xAI employee and Grok’s accounts on X. Read also: AI search startup Perplexity […]
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