Tag: #Innovation
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NIGERIA’S WASTE CRISIS: EXPERTS PUSH DIGITAL FIX FOR 87,000 TONNES OF DAILY TRASH
With Nigeria producing mountains of waste every single day, experts say the real question isn’t “where does it go?” but “why aren’t we managing it smarter, faster, and digitally?” Nigeria is drowning in trash—about 87,671 tonnes of it daily—and experts now say the way out is not just more bins, but smarter tech and smarter…
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FROM BOOTS TO BYTES: IGP PUSHES TECH-DRIVEN SECURITY STRATEGY
Guns and manpower alone won’t cut it anymore, Nigeria’s security chiefs say it’s time to go digital. Nigeria’s fight against insecurity may soon rely less on boots on the ground and more on brains and bytes. The Inspector General of Police, Olatunji Disu, alongside security experts, is calling for a major shift toward technology-driven policing…
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FUTD LAUNCHES TRANS-SAHARAN TRADE RESEARCH TEAM
A new research push aims to connect Africa’s ancient trade routes with today’s development goals. Federal University of Transportation Daura has inaugurated a 10-member research team to kick-start a major Trans-Saharan route and trade project designed to shape the institution’s research direction. The team, constituted by Vice-Chancellor Umar Adam-Katsayal, will be led by Principal Investigator…
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SEC LAUNCHES FINTECH CLINIC TO BOOST INNOVATION AND INVESTOR TRUST
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has launched a regulator–fintech clinic to strengthen dialogue with Nigeria’s fast-growing financial technology sector. The initiative aims to align innovation with regulatory compliance while safeguarding investors. SEC Director-General, Dr Emomotimi Agama, emphasized that innovation must go hand in hand with governance, saying: “Our goal is to align innovation with…
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TAU SETS GLOBAL STANDARD: FRESHERS TO MASTER 4 UN LANGUAGES AND INTERNATIONAL SKILLS
At Thomas Adewumi University, graduating isn’t just about a degree – it’s about speaking the world, mastering global skills, and building your future. Oko-Irese, Kwara State – Thomas Adewumi University (TAU) is raising the bar for higher education. At its sixth matriculation on February 21, 2026, Vice-Chancellor Prof. Francisca Oladipo told 967 new students that…
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GEMINI 3: GOOGLE’S MOST INTELLIGENT AI IS HERE
Google just launched Gemini 3, its most advanced AI model yet designed to bring smarter reasoning and powerful new agentic capabilities to the products people use every day. CEO Sundar Pichai says this is a major leap forward in Google’s mission to make AI truly helpful for everyone. Gemini 3 Pro, the first in the…
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TINUBU CALLS ON NATIONAL DEFENCE COLLEGE TO DRIVE INCLUSIVE GROWTH AND STRATEGIC LEADERSHIP
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has urged participants of Course 33 at the National Defence College (NDC) to actively contribute to Nigeria’s inclusive governance and industrial growth during their strategic leadership training. Speaking in Abuja, he emphasized that developing Nigeria is a shared responsibility and called on emerging leaders to be agents of positive change. Highlighting…
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NCC KICKS OFF DIGITAL AWARENESS FORUM TO DRIVE INCLUSIVE INNOVATION IN NIGERIA
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) is set to host the first-ever Digital Awareness and Sensitisation Forum on November 13, 2025, under the theme “Leaving No One Behind: Digital Assets, Equity, and Empowerment.” Head of Public Affairs, Nnenna Ukoha, announced that the forum will bring together policymakers, industry experts, and community stakeholders to bridge the digital…
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FCT TO HOST AFRICA CLIMATE FORUM 2025, DRIVING GREEN TRANSITION SOLUTIONS
The Federal Capital Territory will host the Africa Climate Forum (ACF) 2025 from October 14-15, bringing together governments, investors, innovators, and civil society to develop practical solutions for Africa’s green transition. Prof. George Nwangwu of the Global Centre for Law, Business and Economy says this year’s theme, “Bolder, Greener and Better Steps,” focuses on closing…
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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…
