President Tinubu signs Development Bills for North-West and South-East Commissions

President Bola Tinubu has signed into law the North-West Development Commission (Establishment) Bill of 2024 and the South-East Development Commission (Establishment) Bill of 2023. This was announced in a statement released on Wednesday by Ajuri Ngelale, Senior Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity. Objective of the Bills According to the statement, these […]

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2024 University of Padua Regione Veneto Scholarships | Fully Funded

The University of Padua in Italy is offering the fully funded Regione Veneto Scholarship to home and international students willing to study in Europe. The Regione Veneto Scholarship supports low-income students enrolling in Bachelor’s, Master’s degrees and PhD courses with tuition fees, a subsistence allowance, accommodation, meals at university canteens, etc. This post is a […]

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FG allocates over N438 billion to 34 States, FCT under economic stimulus programme

The Federal Government of Nigeria has disbursed over N438 billion to 34 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) under the Nigeria Community Action for Resilience and Economic Stimulus (NG-CARES) Programme. This announcement was made by Malam Suleiman Odapu, the Information and Communication Officer of the Federal CARES Support Unit (FCSU), in a press statement. […]

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Federal Government unveils initiative to train 1,000 Nigerians annually in AI, blockchain

The Federal Government of Nigeria has launched a significant initiative to train 1,000 Nigerians annually in artificial intelligence, blockchain, and other cutting-edge technologies. This initiative is part of Nigeria’s strategy for digital transformation and leadership in Africa. Vice President Senator Kashim Shettima inaugurated the AI Expertise Blockchain and Technology Training and Outsourcing Initiative on Tuesday […]

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Google unveils new AI-driven features for Play Store

Tech giant Google continues to integrate AI into its services, launching a series of advanced features for its Play Store to encourage users to explore and engage with content beyond just downloading apps. According to the company, this approach aims to enhance user experience on the Play Store through advanced AI technology. By offering more […]

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Awarri engages 500 3MTT fellows to build Nigeria’s Multilingual AI model

The Nigerian startup, Awarri, selected to build the country’s first AI, has engaged over 500 fellows from the federal government’s 3 Million Technical Talent (3MTT) program as data collectors in the development of a Large Language Multilingual Model. This initiative was disclosed by the Minister of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy, Dr. Bosun Tijani, on […]

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International Telecommunications Union scores Nigeria 71% in digital transformation readiness

The International Telecommunications Union (ITU) has awarded Nigeria a 71% score for its comparative legal, policy, and governance frameworks towards achieving G5, an advanced state of readiness for digital transformation. This evaluation was detailed in a report created in collaboration with the United Kingdom’s Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO), and unveiled by Nigeria’s Minister […]

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2024 Hamline International Excellence Scholarship | How To Apply

The Hamline International Excellence Scholarships at Hamline University are currently open for students to study in the United States. The International Excellence Scholarships offer students with academic excellence $25,000 per year for recognition as having an exceptional academic ability to study at Hamline University. Scholarship holders can also apply for additional scholarships that are up […]

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2024 McKinsey Company Internship Program | Step-by-Step Process

The McKinsey Company Internship program is a 1-year full-time consulting program designed for recent university graduates from different academic backgrounds interested in pursuing an exciting career in consulting and passionate about working in Africa. The program focuses on critical skills needed for success in the future of work, such as digital essentials, structured-thinking skills, and […]

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