The global surge in artificial intelligence use is quietly reshaping stock market fortunes. Traditionally stable but slow-moving utility companies are now front and centre of investor attention as new power demands emerge from tech giants building massive AI data centres.…
In an unexpected development that has captured headlines across the Gulf, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) moved all its schools to online learning recently while a symbolic national flag waved across virtual classroom screens. The measure came as part of…
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has taken a significant decision that has touched the lives of thousands of Indian students across West Asia. In response to growing regional tension linked to the ongoing conflict involving Iran, the United…
The global software industry is roiled by a new wave of disruption now being called the SaaSpocalypse by investors, founders, and market analysts. What started as mild unease about artificial intelligence becoming more capable than traditional tools has ballooned into…
Nigeria faces a critical crossroads in its education and digital inclusion journey. While millions of young people are eager to learn, the cost of mobile data remains a major obstacle that prevents many students from accessing online educational resources. A…
Nigeria stands at a crossroads as Artificial Intelligence reshapes the global economy and every sector of life. Professionals around the world are applying AI to solve complex problems, automate routine tasks, and build innovative industries. Yet many Nigerian graduates, despite…
In a landmark development for medical education in Bayelsa State, the Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB) has commissioned a cutting-edge Clinical Skills and Simulation Laboratory at the Bayelsa Medical University (BMU), Yenagoa. This bold investment in the health…
In a significant development for African agriculture, a bold collaboration between The Alternative Bank (commonly known as AltBank), Egypt’s Tulima Farms, Agri-Processing LLC, and the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) is laying the foundation for a fresh model of…
The rollout of Nigeria’s revised secondary school curriculum has stirred deep concerns among educators, parents, school administrators, and government officials. Announced by the Federal Government as part of an ambitious effort to modernise education and equip young Nigerians with practical…
In a dramatic and rapidly evolving crisis, coordinated military strikes by the United States and Israel on Iran have resulted in significant loss of life and injuries across several countries in the Middle East. The latest preliminary government figures put…
China has taken a firm stand against recent military actions by the United States and Israel that struck targets inside Iran, resulting in the death of Iran’s Supreme Leader. In a break from its usual cautious diplomatic language, Beijing has…
In a bold move to widen access to digital education in Nigeria, American Open University Nigeria has officially launched its SKILL Scholarship, a merit‑based financial aid programme designed to support talented young Nigerians who want to build careers in high‑demand…
The organisers of the annual Africa’s Beacon of ICT Merit and Leadership (ABoICT) Lecture and Awards have announced the theme for the 2026 edition. This year’s focus is on how artificial intelligence (AI) and the Internet of Things (IoT) are…
In a development shaking parts of the global tech community, OpenAI has sacked an employee after an internal probe concluded that the person traded on prediction markets using confidential company information. The move shows how seriously the AI powerhouse is…
A landmark education event unfolded in Agodi, Ibadan on Friday as the Oyo State Universal Basic Education Board (OYOSUBEB) officially commenced the distribution of thousands of much-needed instructional materials to public basic schools across Oyo State. This initiative under the…