Category: Tech
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NIGERIA’S $2 BILLION BROADBAND PROJECT TO BOOST GDP, DRIVE DIGITAL INCLUSION
Minister Tijani unveils a bold plan to connect every local government and unlock the nation’s digital potential. Nigeria’s Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Dr. Bosun Tijani, announced a $2 billion broadband initiative aiming for universal coverage across all 774 local governments within three years. Speaking at the 31st Nigerian Economic Summit, he said…
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OVER 40% OF AUSTRALIAN CYBERCRIME VICTIMS FACE MULTIPLE ATTACKS IN 2024
New report reveals the growing complexity of cyber threats hitting nearly half of Australians. The Australian Institute of Criminology’s 2024 report shows that 42.1% of cybercrime victims suffer multiple types of attacks annually, with 47.4% experiencing some form of cybercrime. Online abuse and harassment topped the list, affecting 26.8%, followed by identity crime and misuse.…
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DR ADAM MURITALA INVENTS AFRI-INVERTER, LAUNCHES AFRICAN PRO-HUMANITY TECHNOLOGY HUB
OAU don pioneers indigenous clean energy tech and innovation platform to boost African research and development. Dr. Adam Muritala, Associate Professor and Head of Mechanical Engineering at Obafemi Awolowo University, has invented the Afri-inverter—an indigenous, lightweight lithium battery-powered device with mainly locally sourced parts. He founded the African Pro-Humanity Technology Hub (APHTH) to drive research…
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GERMAN CHANCELLOR MERZ BACKS MOBILE PHONE BAN IN PRIMARY SCHOOLS
Merz urges focus on education over screen time, but warns social media limits are tougher to enforce. German Chancellor Friedrich Merz voiced strong support for banning mobile phones in primary schools, emphasizing that children should concentrate on learning to read, write, and do math—not playing on phones. He expressed sympathy for countries already enforcing such…
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NIGERIAN NAVY CHIEF CALLS FOR HOMEGROWN TECH TO SHAPE FUTURE MARITIME SECURITY
Vice Adm. Ogalla urges Nigerian Navy to innovate locally for superior maritime defence. Chief of Naval Staff, Vice Adm. Emmanuel Ogalla, emphasized the need for Nigeria to boost indigenous technology in maritime security during the Navy’s Research and Development seminar in Abuja. Facing fast-evolving threats like piracy and smuggling, Ogalla noted technological edge—over fleet size—would…
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EDITORS WARN: STOP USING CYBERCRIME ACT TO MUZZLE THE PRESS
The Nigerian Guild of Editors (NGE) has sent a strong warning to security agencies: stop harassing journalists under the guise of the Cybercrime Act or face legal pushback.Meeting in Jos, Plateau State, on September 17, 2025, the Guild’s Standing Committee — made up of top editors across print, broadcast, news agencies, and online platforms —…
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ECOWAS URGED TO DEPLOY AI TO TACKLE REGIONAL SECURITY CHALLENGES
AI poised to revolutionize West Africa’s fight against terrorism, extremism, and border crimes. Cybersecurity expert Prof. Uche Mbanaso called on ECOWAS to adopt AI tools for peacebuilding, counterterrorism, and public safety. He stressed the need for an ethical, unified framework and enhanced digital infrastructure to maximize AI benefits while safeguarding human creativity. Key proposals include…
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OSUN, BORNO, LAGOS LEAD NATIONWIDE ONLINE VOTER REGISTRATION, INEC REPORTS
Over 5.3 million Nigerians pre-register online as youth and women dominate the drive. INEC updates on Continuous Voter Registration show 5,385,060 online pre-registrations, led by Osun, Borno, and Lagos states. Youths aged 18-34 make up the majority, with significant female and PWD participation. Physical registrations total 764,695, highlighting growing voter engagement nationwide.
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EXPERT OFFERS WAYS TO SPOT CREDIBLE ONLINE BUSINESSES AND CURB FRAUD
Transparency, verification, and innovation are keys to safe digital trade. UK-based tech expert Christiana Celestine advises consumers to look for transparency, verified vendors, buyer protection, and visible reviews to avoid online fraud. She urges Nigerian businesses to adopt escrow payments, multimedia proofs, and responsive customer service to build trust and boost global reputation. Celestine calls…
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PROFESSOR WARNS AGAINST OVER-RELIANCE ON AI, URGES HUMANISTIC FOCUS
Tech alone can’t solve humanity’s deepest challenges – ideology and values must lead. Prof. Francis Egbokhare of University of Ibadan cautioned at UNIBEN’s Faculty of Arts 50th anniversary that AI cannot replace human values, empathy, or critical thinking. He stressed that the world’s crises are humanistic, requiring ideological change, and warned of creativity loss if…
