Tag: #Innovation
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WOMEN IN TECH SEEK GREATER INCLUSION IN NIGERIA’S BOOMING DIGITAL ECONOMY
The Nigerian Women in Information Technology (NIWIIT) has urged the government, industry leaders and other stakeholders to accelerate efforts to promote innovation, leadership and greater inclusion for women in Nigeria’s rapidly expanding digital economy. Speaking on Wednesday July 1 at NIWIIT’s two-day conference in Abuja, the association’s President, Olukemi Ayodele, said the organisation remains committed…
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STAKEHOLDERS CALL FOR GREATER INVESTMENT IN BRAIN RESEARCH TO BOOST NIGERIA’S DEVELOPMENT
Experts, policymakers and development partners have called for increased investment in neuroscience research, education and innovation, saying it could improve healthcare, strengthen human capital and drive Nigeria’s economic growth. The call was made at a neuroscience roundtable in Abuja organised by the Embassy of Spain in Nigeria and partner institutions. Participants highlighted the growing importance…
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NIGERIAN STUDENT WINS BRONZE AT INTERNATIONAL SCIENCE FAIR IN TURKEY
A Nigerian student, Ibrahim Mejama of General Hassan College, Yelwa, Bauchi State, has won a bronze medal at the 2026 International Mathematics, Science and Engineering Fair (IMSEF) held in Cesme, Turkey. The Coordinator of the Society for the Promotion of Science and Technology (SPST), Mr Iheanacho Achoakawa, disclosed this in an interview on Friday June…
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BPSR TO HOST STAKEHOLDERS’ FORUM ON STRENGTHENING PUBLIC INSTITUTIONS
The Bureau of Public Service Reforms (BPSR) is set to bring together government officials, policymakers, development partners, academics, and governance experts to discuss ways of strengthening public institutions and advancing public service reforms in Nigeria. The event, scheduled as part of activities marking the United Nations Public Service Day on June 23, will feature a…
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CHINA SHOWCASES VR-POWERED CULTURAL HERITAGE EXHIBITION IN ABUJA
China has showcased how technology can be used to preserve and promote cultural heritage through an innovative exhibition in Abuja that combines virtual reality with traditional art. The exhibition, titled “Fan, Charm and Ink Fragrance: The Cultural Resonance of Traditional Calligraphy and Tang Dynasty Virtual Reality,” blends Chinese calligraphy, painting and seal carving with immersive…
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HEIRS INSURANCE GROUP REACHES 3 MILLION POLICYHOLDERS IN FIVE YEARS
Heirs Insurance Group says it has reached a major milestone, impacting and protecting more than three million customers within its first five years of operation. The company says the achievement reflects its commitment to customer-focused services, innovation, and the use of technology to improve access and trust in insurance. It also noted recognition in industry…
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GTEXT FOUNDER WARNS OF LIQUIDITY CHALLENGES IN NIGERIA’S REAL ESTATE SECTOR
The Founder of GText Holdings, Dr Stephen Akintayo, has identified liquidity challenges as a major concern affecting operators in Nigeria’s real estate sector. Speaking during the company’s 18th anniversary celebration in Lagos, Akintayo said real estate investments often require long-term capital commitments, making it difficult for some firms to maintain steady cash flow. He noted…
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NIGERIAN ARMY, TETFund DEEPEN PARTNERSHIP ON LOCAL DEFENCE TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT
The Nigerian Army has announced plans to strengthen its collaboration with the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) to boost local production of military hardware. The Chief of Army Staff, Lt.-Gen. Waidi Shaibu, said the partnership is aimed at reducing dependence on foreign military imports while expanding research and training in key areas such as drone…
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NIGERIA TO DRIVE ECONOMIC GROWTH THROUGH INNOVATION — FG
The Federal Government says Nigeria will continue to use innovation as a key driver of economic growth and national development. The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Amb. Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, represented by the Permanent Secretary, Amb. Dunoma Ahmed, stated this at the 18th BRICS Foreign Ministers Meeting in India. She noted that Nigeria’s tech ecosystem—covering fintech, digital…
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STUDENTS URGED TO EMBRACE DIGITAL SKILLS FOR SELF-EMPLOYMENT
Students in Nigerian universities have been encouraged to embrace digital skills and self-employment opportunities while still in school to help tackle unemployment and gain professional experience early. Speaking during the Future Forward Campus Tour at Yakubu Gowon University in Abuja, the Co-Founder of SkolaKonnect, Obehi Ogbeide, said the platform was created to help students earn…
