September 21, 2025

Technology

Editorial Technology

Hackers Are Stealing Passwords in Clever Ways. Here is How You Can Stay Safe

Hackers are now using many new tricks to steal passwords. These are the secret words or numbers people use to open their bank apps, email, and social media accounts. Experts say these criminals no longer rely on guessing alone. They now use advanced computer programs and clever methods to steal passwords without people knowing. Some

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Business Technology

Cloud Technology and AI Driving Business Transformation Across Africa, Say SAP Experts at SAPHILA 2025SAP

Leading voices in enterprise technology have affirmed that cloud computing and artificial intelligence (AI) are playing an increasingly pivotal role in accelerating organisational growth across the African continent. This assertion came during SAPHILA 2025, the flagship conference organised by the African SAP User Group (AFSUG), held between June 1st and 3rd at the Sun City

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Health National Development Technology World

Bill Gates Urges African Leaders to Harness $200bn Foundation Commitment for Health and Development

Renowned philanthropist and Chairman of the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, Mr. Bill Gates, has called on African leaders to intensify efforts toward advancing health and development on the continent. Gates made this appeal while reaffirming his foundation’s pledge to channel the majority of its $200 billion planned expenditure over the next two decades into

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Agricultural General Technology

Ogun State Launches AgriConnect to Empower 1,000 Cassava Farmers with Smart Technology

In a significant move toward food security and digital-driven agriculture, the Ogun State Government has officially launched the AgriConnect Initiative, a landmark project designed to empower rural farmers through smart mobile technology and real-time agricultural intelligence. The launch ceremony, which held in Abeokuta, marks a milestone in Ogun State’s pursuit of sustainable farming practices and

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General NITDA Technology

Microsoft Engages NITDA on Strategic Digital Partnership, VP Jeff Bullwinkel Visits Abuja Headquarters

 In a significant move aimed at deepening Nigeria’s digital transformation agenda, the Director General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi, on Tuesday received Jeff Bullwinkel, Microsoft’s Vice President and Deputy General Counsel for Corporate, External, and Legal Affairs in Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA), at the agency’s corporate headquarters

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Business Technology World

Nigeria and Gates Foundation Forge Strategic Partnership to Launch AI Scaling Hub with $7.5 Million Support

In a landmark development for Nigeria’s digital landscape, the Honourable Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Dr. Bosun Tijani, welcomed Bill Gates, Co-Chair of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, along with key members of the Foundation’s delegation, including Paulin Basinga, Uche Amaonwu, and Bunmi Okunowo, for a high-level engagement aimed at boosting Nigeria’s

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General Technology

NCAA Grants RPAS Operator Certificate to Starwing Aviation, Boosting Nigeria’s Drone Innovation Prospects

Abuja – The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has officially certified Starwing Aviation Limited as a licensed operator of Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems (RPAS), marking a significant milestone in the country’s growing drone technology sector. The RPAS Operations Certificate (ROC) was formally presented to Starwing Aviation on June 3, 2025, at the NCAA headquarters in

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Technology World

Nigeria, Gates Foundation Sign Landmark Agreement to Launch AI Scaling Hub

Abuja, June 4, 2025 — The Federal Government of Nigeria has signed a historic agreement with the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation to establish an AI Scaling Hub, aimed at accelerating the adoption of artificial intelligence technologies to address national development challenges. The agreement was formalized in Abuja during a high-level meeting attended by government

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General Public Sector Technology

Strengthening Nigeria’s Foundation: NIMC, CAC, and INEC Collaborate to Enhance Identity Management, Business Registration, and Democratic Processes

In a landmark initiative aimed at driving national development and promoting good governance, the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC), the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC), and the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) have entered into a strategic collaboration. This partnership focuses on improving identity management, streamlining business registration, and enhancing the integrity of democratic processes across

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Business Economy Technology Telcoms

FG Allocates 80% of New Telecom Towers to Northern Nigeria to Boost Connectivity

Abuja – The Federal Government has revealed plans to install 70,000 new telecommunications towers across Nigeria, with more than 80 percent of the sites designated for the northern region. This move is part of a wider effort to bridge the digital divide and improve access to quality internet services nationwide. The announcement was made by

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