Category: Tech
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NIMR CALLS FOR BOOST IN RESEARCH LITERACY AND FUNDING TO POWER CLINICAL TRIALS
Dr. David Oladele, Deputy Director of Research at the Nigerian Institute of Medical Research (NIMR), has urged for improved public and policymaker understanding of research and increased financial support to enhance clinical trials in Nigeria. Speaking during a media chat in Lagos, Oladele emphasized that clinical trials are vital for assessing the safety and efficacy…
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NIGERIA LAUNCHES GROUNDBREAKING CANCER IMMUNOTHERAPY PROGRAM FOR COLORECTAL CANCER PATIENTS
The Federal Government of Nigeria has launched the Innovative Cancer Medicine (ICM) Demonstration Study, a historic program providing advanced, free immunotherapy treatment for Nigerian patients battling metastatic colorectal cancer. Launched at the National Hospital Abuja on Tuesday, this is the first initiative of its kind in Sub-Saharan Africa, aiming to improve access to lifesaving cancer…
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KANO GOVERNOR URGES NBC TO REGULATE ONLINE MEDIA TO STOP MISINFORMATION
Governor Abba Yusuf of Kano State has called on the National Broadcasting Commission (NBC) to step up regulation of online radio and TV platforms amid concerns over unchecked spread of unverified and inflammatory content. Speaking at the Africast 2025 Conference in Lagos, the governor highlighted the dangers posed by divisive narratives on religion and politics…
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EXPERTS CALL FOR INTEGRATED, INCLUSIVE, TECH-DRIVEN DATA SYSTEM TO BOOST NIGERIA’S DEVELOPMENT ON WORLD STATISTICS DAY
At the World Statistics Day event in Abuja, data and development experts emphasized the urgent need for Nigeria to adopt an integrated, inclusive, and technology-powered statistical system. They highlighted that better data sharing between public and private sectors, as well as all government levels, is key to improving decision-making and accelerating national progress. Dr Paul…
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FRSC LAUNCHES CONTACTLESS BIOMETRIC DRIVER’S LICENCE WITH INSTANT PRINTING
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) is rolling out a game-changing digital system for driver’s licences across Nigeria. Corps Marshal Malam Shehu Mohammed revealed the launch of contactless biometric capture paired with on-the-spot instant printing, making the licensing process fully digital and eliminating temporary licences. This one-stop-shop solution promises to slash delays, streamline processes, and…
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MUSK’S X LAUNCHES MARKETPLACE TO RECLAIM INACTIVE USERNAMES FOR PREMIUM SUBSCRIBERS
X, the social media platform formerly known as Twitter, has introduced a new marketplace allowing Premium Business and Premium+ subscribers to request or buy inactive usernames. The marketplace offers two types of handles: free priority usernames featuring full names or phrases, and rare usernames like “@Tom” or “@Pizza,” which are sold by invitation or public…
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EFCC COMPLETES DEPORTATION OF 192 FOREIGN CYBERCRIME CONVICTS FROM NIGERIA
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), teaming up with the Nigerian Immigration Service and Correctional Service, has successfully deported 192 foreign nationals convicted of cyber-terrorism, internet fraud, and related financial crimes in Lagos. The final batch of 51 convicts, including 50 Chinese and one Tunisian, were repatriated on October 16, marking the end of…
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NBTE TO HOST GLOBAL CONFERENCE ON LINUX, AI, AND APPLIED STEM RESEARCH IN ABUJA
The National Board for Technical Education (NBTE) is gearing up for its third International Conference on Open-Source Linux, Advanced Machine Learning, and Applied Interdisciplinary STEM research this November at the UBEC Centre, Abuja. This landmark event aims to modernise Nigeria’s Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) and boost its standing in the global AI…
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LAGOS RRS NAB 75 STOLEN PHONES AND 5 LAPTOPS ABANDONED BY FLEEING SUSPECTS
The Rapid Response Squad (RRS) of Lagos Police recently recovered a huge haul of stolen devices 75 mobile phones including 32 iPhones and five laptops abandoned by two suspects who took off during a patrol near Allen Roundabout, Ikeja. Police spokesperson SP Abimbola Adebisi said the suspects dropped the large “Ghana Must Go” bags when…
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KENYA LOSES $158 MILLION DUE TO DELAYS IN BIOTECHNOLOGY ADOPTION, SAYS AATF
Kenya’s slow embrace of biotechnology has cost the country dearly! The African Agricultural Technology Foundation (AATF) reveals Kenya lost 20.4 billion Kenyan shillings (about $158 million) over five years due to delays in adopting biotech crops. Dr. Daniel Willy of AATF highlighted how biotechnology, such as Bt maize that resists pests, can boost food production…
