Category: Business
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GOOGLE AND GOMYCODE LAUNCH “BUILD WITH AI” TO TRAIN 1,000 NIGERIAN DEVELOPERS
Google has teamed up with GOMYCODE to launch “Build with AI,” an 11-week program aimed at equipping 1,000 Nigerian developers with cutting-edge Generative AI skills. This initiative seeks to fast-track Nigeria’s role in the global AI economy by providing access to advanced tools like Gemini and expert-led training that blends in-person classes with hands-on labs.…
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NAFDAC SEIZES OVER 10,000 CARTONS OF UNREGISTERED TOMATO PASTE AND COSMETICS IN LAGOS RAID
NAFDAC’s Investigation and Enforcement team has confiscated 10,000+ cartons of unregistered tomato paste and various cosmetics at Lagos Trade Fair Market, aiming to protect Nigerians from harmful, unregulated products. Dr. Martins Iluyomade stressed that these items pose serious health risks, with deaths from substandard goods surpassing even those caused by Boko Haram. The agency is…
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LIBERIA PARTNERS WITH JIGAWA TO BOOST RICE PRODUCTION AND FOOD SECURITY
Liberia’s Agriculture Minister, David Akoi, is teaming up with Jigawa State to transform Liberia’s rice industry and cut heavy import reliance. On a study visit in Dutse, Akoi praised Jigawa’s success in rice cultivation and vowed to apply lessons learned to help Liberia produce at least 70% of its rice needs—cutting down imports and ensuring…
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GERMAN PRESIDENT FRANK-WALTER STEINMEIER KICKS OFF SAIL BREMERHAVEN 2025
German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier set sail aboard the historic training ship Gorch Fock to launch the Sail Bremerhaven 2025 festival, thrilling thousands of spectators along the Bremerhaven waterfront. As the official patron, Steinmeier will formally open this massive five-day maritime event, featuring a parade led by Alexander von Humboldt II and followed by a stunning…
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NIPR AVIATION HUB LAUNCHES STRATEGY TO TACKLE UNRULY PASSENGERS
The Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR) Aviation Hub is teaming up with key aviation stakeholders like NCAA, FAAN, and the Ministry of Aviation to curb rising unruly passenger incidents that threaten safety and disrupt air travel. Chairman Basil Agboarumi says the plan focuses on extensive staff training in conflict resolution, cultural sensitivity, and crisis…
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AVIATION UNIONS SUSPEND STRIKE UNTIL AUGUST 31ST, NEGOTIATIONS UNDERWAY
Aviation unions in Nigeria have paused their planned strike, originally set for August 11, giving room for further talks with the federal government. Minister of Aviation, Festus Keyamo, praised the unions for this move, attributing the breakthrough to his strong relationship with labor leaders and expressing optimism for a lasting resolution to the sector’s long-standing…
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IBOM AIR BANS UNRULY PASSENGER AFTER VIRAL INCIDENT
Following a viral video showing unruly behavior by passenger Comfort Emmanson on a Uyo-Lagos flight, Ibom Air has taken swift action by banning Emmanson from flying with the airline permanently. The company also reported the incident to the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority, emphasizing its zero-tolerance policy against any conduct that threatens safety. Ibom Air praised…
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PALMPAY TEAMS UP WITH AXA MANSARD TO EXPAND HEALTH INSURANCE ACCESS VIA MOBILE APP
PalmPay has partnered with AXA Mansard to make health insurance easier and more accessible for millions of Nigerians through the PalmPay app. Users can now buy and manage tailored health plans covering online doctor consultations, medication, diagnostics, surgery, and life insurance—all from their phones. This move aims to close the health coverage gap and boost…
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GOOGLE LAUNCHES STORYBOOK IN NIGERIA: AI-POWERED TOOL TURNS PHOTOS AND DRAWINGS INTO PERSONALISED STORIES
Google has introduced Storybook, a creative new feature in the Gemini app that transforms photos, images, and even children’s fridge drawings into short narrated tales. This tool taps into Nigeria’s rich storytelling heritage and supports its 39 million kids under six by making learning fun, interactive, and personal. Storybook lets parents and educators generate 10-page…

