Author: NewsUltra360
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NDPC UNVEILS YORUBA TRANSLATION OF DATA PROTECTION ACT TO BOOST DIGITAL INCLUSION
Nigeria is bridging digital gaps! The Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC), in partnership with Meta, launched the Yoruba version of the Data Protection Act, making digital rights accessible to millions of Nigerians in their native language. NDPC’s National Commissioner, Dr. Vincent Olatunji, said this is a vital step to ensure everyone whether they speak English…
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EDITORS SHIFT ANNUAL CONFERENCE TO NOVEMBER 12-13 — TINUBU CONFIRMS ATTENDANCE AS SPECIAL GUEST OF HONOUR
Nigeria’s top editors will converge on Abuja this November for what promises to be one of the country’s most consequential conversations on democracy, governance, and national unity with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu billed to declare the event open. The Nigerian Guild of Editors (NGE) has announced a new date for its flagship event — the…
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ONDO POLICE ARREST MAN FOR ALLEGED INCEST AND PREGNANCY OF 15-YEAR-OLD DAUGHTER
A disturbing case unfolds in Ondo State as police arrest Oyewole Adamolekun for allegedly engaging in a long-term incestuous relationship with his teenage daughter, resulting in pregnancy. The case came to light when a concerned neighbor reported the abuse, prompting swift police action. Authorities confirmed the girl is 19 weeks pregnant. Adamolekun confessed and is…
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NIGERIA’S DRIVE TO BOOST AI LITERACY IN SCHOOLS TAKES A MAJOR STEP FORWARD
Nigeria is stepping up its game! With a new focus on AI, the government and educators are working to ensure students and teachers are equipped for the future, making AI literacy a top priority in the education system. Education experts are calling for early AI training for students and teachers, emphasizing that AI should be…
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UBEC CHAMPIONS SIGN LANGUAGE TRAINING TO BOOST INCLUSIVE EDUCATION IN NIGERIA
Breaking barriers for hearing-impaired students! The Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC) is pushing sign language education in all basic schools to make learning truly inclusive. Executive Secretary Aisha Garba revealed a new policy institutionalizing sign language across Nigerian schools during the 2025 International Day of the Girl Child celebrations themed “Lead a Change: Learn Sign…
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NIGERIA’S INFLATION HITS THREE-YEAR LOW AT 18.02% IN SEPTEMBER
Good news for Nigerians! Inflation has dropped for six straight months, reaching its lowest point in three years, thanks to strong monetary policies and improved food supplies. The Central Bank Governor, Yemi Cardoso, revealed that Nigeria’s inflation rate eased to 18.02% in September 2025, down from a peak of 34.19% in mid-2024. Food inflation slowed…
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AFRICA’S TOP TABLE TENNIS TEAMS BATTLE FOR 2026 WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP SLOTS IN TUNIS
The heat is on at the 2025 ITTF Africa Championships in Tunis! Sixteen men’s and fourteen women’s teams are fighting fiercely for just eight coveted tickets to the 2026 World Team Championships in London. Egypt leads with defending champions Omar Assar and Hana Goda, commanding strong performances. Nigeria, despite missing top player Quadri Aruna, is…
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TONY ELUMELU URGES AFRICA TO UNLOCK $4 TRILLION IN PENSION FUNDS TO POWER GROWTH
Africa is sitting on a goldmine! Tony Elumelu, Chairman of Heirs Holdings and UBA, calls on governments to tap into their huge pension funds and fix the energy crisis to drive inclusive growth and innovation. Speaking at the UBA white paper launch in Washington, Elumelu stressed that trillions in African pension assets are stuck in…
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GOOGLE AND NIGERIA LAUNCH AI TRAINING PROGRAM FOR PUBLIC SERVANTS
Nigeria’s public servants are getting a digital boost! Google and the Ministry of Communications team up to roll out the Apolitical Government AI Campus, empowering civil servants with AI skills to transform governance. The initiative offers practical online courses, expert sessions, and global peer learning on AI fundamentals, ethical use, and leadership. Minister Dr. Bosun…
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RIVERS STATE CANCELS ₦134 BILLION SECRETARIAT CONTRACT, ORDERS REFUND FROM CCECC
Rivers State is hitting reset! The Executive Council has revoked a huge ₦134 billion contract awarded for renovating the state secretariat, citing procedural lapses and safety concerns. The contract, given to China Civil Engineering Construction Corporation (CCECC) during emergency rule under former administrator Vice Admiral Ibas, has been cancelled. The council, led by Governor Siminalayi…
