In a move aimed at rejuvenating the country’s biotechnology landscape, the National Biotechnology Research and Development Agency (NBRDA) has called together a broad spectrum of government officials, scientists and experts to review and update the nation’s biotechnology policy. The two-day…
In a bold move signalling its commitment to the future of artificial intelligence, NTT DATA Group Corporation has named Dr. Bratin Saha as the Chief Executive Officer of its newly formed subsidiary NTT DATA AIVista, Inc., a fresh venture set…
In a bold move signalling its readiness for the future, PromoPrint Ventures Ltd has commenced a major shift toward artificial intelligence and automation across its operations. The company says this digital overhaul forms a core part of its long-term strategy…
In a major push to deepen climate and environmental awareness among youths, Seven-Up Bottling Company (SBC) recently concluded a dynamic training programme, equipping students with hands-on skills to champion sustainable practices. The initiative, a highlight of the company’s 2025 Sustainability…
In a welcome move aimed at retaining its top talent, Adekunle Ajasin University (AAUA) has announced that 32 students who graduated with first-class honours in the 2025/2026 academic session will be offered automatic employment as graduate assistants. At the pre-convocation…
Nigeria, with its vast youth population and demographic potential, seems poised for a boom. But behind the surface of promise lies a growing crisis: the nation’s foundation for future growth, its human capital, is crumbling. Recent data shows millions of…
Chief executives of the largest technology firms listed on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) notched up a collective payday of R1.38 billion (roughly US$81.5 million) in 2025, a new analysis shows. The payout reflects base pay, short-term bonuses, and benefits…
Adobe has rolled out a new “content creation hub” inside its Premiere mobile app, designed specifically for creators on YouTube Shorts. With this move, Adobe Premiere Mobile now brings powerful editing tools, ready-made templates and one-tap publishing directly into the…
In a move that broadens its support for America’s manufacturing sector, Apple has launched virtual programming for its Apple Manufacturing Academy (AMA). The new online platform is designed especially for small- and medium-sized businesses across the United States, giving them…
On 8 December 2025, the government of Canada formally opened the G7 Industry, Digital and Technology Ministers’ Meeting in Montréal, Quebec. The event is being co-hosted by Mélanie Joly, Canada’s Minister of Industry and the official responsible for economic development…
Globacom (Glo) has unveiled a bold, nationwide upgrade of its network infrastructure, deploying newly acquired radio spectrum, boosting fibre backbone capacity and adding numerous LTE sites. The move aims to tackle years of mobile network congestion across Nigeria, offering subscribers…
Bazara Tech, a home-grown African fintech firm, has officially launched Manovar, a new AI-powered channel banking platform aiming to reshape how corporate banking is delivered across Africa. The announcement, made in Lagos earlier this week, marks a bold stride in…
In a move that could reshape Nigeria’s tech landscape, The Alternative Bank (AltBank) has called for deliberate support for young innovators — urging greater access to tech resources, mentorship and ecosystem backing so that ideas can grow into viable solutions.…
In a striking move, Amazon is pushing its new artificial intelligence tools as “co-workers” destined to boost productivity, even as it proceeds to lay off thousands of human staff. The concept was spotlighted during the company’s recent cloud conference, where…
A prominent education rights organisation has slammed the Federal Ministry of Education (FME) over what it calls a disregard for legitimate concerns about the upcoming 2026 West African Examinations Council (WAEC) Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE). In a statement issued…