Four individuals associated with the popular social media platform TikTok have been formally charged with spreading false information. This action follows their apprehension subsequent to the filming of a fabricated robbery scene outside a police station in coastal Kenya, as reported by local media outlets. The incident, which garnered significant attention globally through social media…
The Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) and Truck Transit Parks Limited (TTP) have collaborated to introduce Electronic tags (E-tags) aimed at enhancing cargo delivery efficiency at ports. The Managing Director of TTP, Mr. Jama Onwubuariri, highlighted that this innovative solution will be provided to truckers at no cost and is expected to bring about significant improvements…
Social media app, TikTok on Tuesday, May 7, sued to block a new US law that could force a nationwide ban of the popular app. Tiktok’s move comes after legal threats the company issued after US President Joe Biden signed the legislation last month. The lawsuit sets up a historic legal battle, one that will…
Meta has released Liama 3, its new open-source AI Model, claiming it’s state of the art and better than the free version ChatGPT. This move put Meta in competition with Google and Open AI, known for keeping their AI work private. Meta believes an open sourcing will boost innovation and usage diversity. Liama 3 aims…
In a recent address at a convened stakeholders meeting spearheaded by the House of Representatives committee on Power, Sanusi Garba, the Chairman of the Nigeria Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC), underscored the necessity of a staggering N3.2 trillion subsidy injection to revert the recent surge in electricity tariffs. Garba underscored the insufficiency of current investments in…
The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) and the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) have revealed a strategic partnership focused on bolstering National Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) and Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) to foster synergy among digital identity frameworks, payment systems, and facilitate seamless data exchange in Nigeria. Announced through NITDA’s official communication channel on…
By Afolabi Hannah Artificial intelligence (AI) market value is projected to soar to $15.7 trillion globally, with Africa potentially claiming $1.2 trillion of this figure. The United Nations’ Economic Commission for Africa (ECA) Executive Secretary, Vera Songwe, has indicated that Africa’s economy could see an impressive increase of $1.5 trillion if it secures a mere…
The Nigerian Communications Commission, NCC, has advised telecommunications subscribers to opt for strong passwords to prevent unauthorized access to their mobile devices. The NCC gave this advice through its official Facebook page, Cyber security remains one of the big problems confronting Nigeria’s digital space but NCC believes that with conscious efforts, the security threat could…
The Nigerian Communications Commission, NCC, in line with its duties outlined in the Nigerian Communications Act 2003, has unveiled a treasure trove of draft regulatory instruments on its official online domain. It said this move beckons stakeholders to engage in a symphony of collaboration, offering their insights and perspectives to shape the future landscape of…
The Federal Government is advocating for mining companies to adopt the Segilola gold project’s international best practices, as recommended by the Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr. Dele Alake. During a recent visit to Segilola Resources Operating Limited (SROL), an indigenous gold mining company in Ilesha, Osun State, Dr. Alake praised the extensive efforts invested…
Workers at the University College Hospital, UCH, Ibadan in Oyo State have suspended all night shift DAILY POST reports. The workers said they are embarking on what they described as down-scaling, meaning that they are to work from 8.00 am to 4.00pm every day. They said they would continue to work from 8am to 4pm…
In a recent announcement posted on social media platform X, billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk revealed that xAI, his artificial intelligence startup, is gearing up to release the latest iteration of its Grok chatbot, dubbed Grok-1.5, next week. Musk expressed his anticipation, asserting that Grok 2 is poised to outperform existing AI systems across all performance…
There will be sunshine and thunderstorms from Saturday to Monday across the country, the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has predicted. A release on Friday in Abuja, according to NiMet’s weather outlook, forecasts a sunny atmosphere over the northern region on Saturday, with chances of morning thunderstorms over parts of Kebbi and Sokoto states. “Thunderstorms are…
A 26-year-old Nigerian man, Emeka Nelson, built a generator that operates mainly on water. Nelson invented the water-powered generator despite lacking formal education or engineering certification. The inventor said the generator has a maximum capacity of 1000 Watts and a voltage ranging between 220 and 240. It also has the potential to challenge conventional power-generating…
Telecom subscribers in the country are going through harrowing times at the moment as operators’ networks are failing spectacularly. Since the yuletide, subscribers have had to struggle to complete calls when they manage to achieve connection. Businesses that largely depend on telecom networks have also suffered massively as voice calls and data services have recorded…
South Africa’s energy landscape has been marred by instability and chaos, with Eskom, the state-owned power utility, at the epicentre of a crisis that has seen rolling blackouts and power outages disrupt the lives of millions. The frequency and severity of these interruptions escalated dramatically in 2023, painting a grim picture of a nation grappling…
By Afolabi motunrayo A. D22/Mac0043 Department of Mass Communication The Polytechnic Ile-Ife, Osun State Virtual Reality (VR) offers a simulated experience that utilizes pose tracking and 3D near-eyes displays, providing users with an immersive sense of a virtual world. Widely utilized in aviation, military, and manufacturing industries, VR is a powerful tool for training and…
By Ademoriyo Ololade ND/22/Mac/0110 Department of Mass communication The Polytechnic Ile-Ife, Osun State The internet has revolutionized our daily lives, altering the way we communicate, work, and access information. The impact has been profound, with global connectivity breaking down barriers and transforming business, education, and entertainment. Communication has undergone a paradigm shift, with email, social…
In a press announcement, the Ekiti State Government revealed its ambitious plan to allocate N600 million for power interventions in the upcoming year, as outlined by the Commissioner for Budget and Economic Planning, Niyi Adebayo. The disclosure occurred during the presentation of the N159.5 billion budget, aptly named the “Budget of Sustainable Growth and Development”…
In the latest news, Russian content creator Alex Burkan is bringing your fantasy gearhead dreams to life. He’s not just upgrading his cosplay game; he’s constructing a real-life Iron Man suit complete with repulsors, an exoskeleton, and firepower that would impress even Pepper Potts. This isn’t Burkan’s first dive into sci-fi tech – he holds…
The Nigerian government has stated its resolve to be in tune with the clean energy future by taking measures to develop alternative energy sources through economic diversification into solid minerals. The permanent secretary in the ministry of solid minerals development, Dr Mary Ogbe, stated this during the opening ceremony of the fifth edition of the…
Airtel Africa plc announced on Tuesday the retirement of its chief executive officer, Olusegun “Segun” Ogunsanya, effective from July 1, 2024. Concurrently, the company has appointed Sunil Taldar as managing director and chief executive officer to succeed Mr. Ogunsanya upon his retirement. Taldar, who joined Airtel Africa in October 2023 as the director of transformation,…
With the delivery of two million barrels of crude, the $19 billion Dangote Oil Refining Company is set to commence production of petroleum products paving the way for additional jobs and foreign exchange relief to the economy. This follows yesterday’s delivery of an additional one million barrels of crude oil yesterday to the refinery, two…
Lagos, the economic centre of Nigeria, has been rated dual in the list of sinking cities that could disappear by 2100. According to the World Economic Forum, via World of Statistics, top on the list is Jakarta, Indonesia, which is sinking at a rate of 6.7 inches per year due to excessive groundwater pumping. Lagos…
Enugu State government has resolved to partner with the federal government through the Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) and other stakeholders to construct a modern terminal and rail transportation to remodel the transport system in the state. Governor Peter Mbah disclosed the plan yesterday at the Government House, Enugu, when he received the NRC managing director,…
Nigeria and Germany have signed an international agreement to assist with 12,000 megawatts of electricity to Nigeria’s national grid to help spur it’s distribution. The standing agreement, which was signed in Dubai on the sidelines of the United Nations Climate Conference (COP28) was witnessed by President Bola Tinubu and Chancellor Olaf Scholz. Initiatong the agreement,…
As a means to help alleviate the impact fuel subsidy removal on Nigerians, the Federal Government of Nigeria has initiated the Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) tricycle, widely known as the “Keke NAPEP,” to lessen the dependency on fuel and help with the high cost of transportation. The National Orientation Agency (NOA), in collaboration with the…
Not fewer than two hundred women and youths have been trained in various skills by the National Industrial Skills Development Programme of the Industrial Training Fund to enable them to be self-reliant. The aspects of training includes solar power installation, POP and painting, hairdressing and beauty care, ladies’ wig and cap making, as well as…
The federal government has officially approved the partial commercialization of the 12 River Basin Development Authorities across the nation. Professor Joesph Utsev, the Minister of Water Resources and Sanitation, made this announcement during a two-day familiarization visit to the Anambra Imo River Basin Development Authority in Owerri, Imo State. He emphasized that the strategic move…
President Bola Tinubu will, on Saturday November 18, depart Abuja for Berlin, Germany, to attend the G20 Compact with Africa (CwA) Conference on November 20, 2023, hosted by German Chancellor Olaf Scholz. According to a statement by his media aide Ajuri Ngelale, President Tinubu will join other Heads of State and Government of CwA member…
Google has launched AR Beauty ads in recognition of the potential of augmented reality (AR) as an effective advertising medium. This is a new type of smartphone advertisement that enables brands to promote lip and eye products, with foundation soon to be added, through virtual try-on experiences. Announcing this on its support platform, google maintained…
