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Nigerian Student Built Robot Receptionist in 1971, Called Mad
In 1971, Nigerian student Mudashiru Ayeni built a battery-powered robotic receptionist, but school authorities dismissed him as mentally unstable.
Category : Technology
Group Advocates AI Reforms for Credible 2027 Elections
PPDC calls for AI adoption to boost transparency, efficiency in Nigeria's 2027 elections, addressing logistics, result management, and misinformation.
Meta cuts 8,000 jobs in AI-driven restructuring
Meta lays off 8,000 employees, about 10% of its workforce, as it shifts focus to artificial intelligence. Another 7,000 workers are reassigned to AI initiatives.
Tinubu Orders MDAs to Digital Systems; 38 Ministries Go Paperless
President Tinubu orders all MDAs to adopt digital systems, with 38 ministries already paperless. ICPC warns against greed and weak systems fueling corruption.
NDDC Partners TechNexus for Port Harcourt Tech Expo 2026
NDDC partners TechNexus Limited for Port Harcourt Tech Expo 2026 themed Syntropy, aiming to boost innovation and digital transformation in Niger Delta.
Paul Schrader, 79, Dumped by AI Girlfriend
Paul Schrader, Oscar-nominated director of Taxi Driver, reveals he was dumped by his AI girlfriend after probing her programming boundaries.
Nigeria's IP Reforms Need Momentum, Expert Says
Prof Adebambo Adewopo discusses Nigeria's IP reforms, including the Copyright Act 2022 and NIPPS 2025, calling for comprehensive overhaul and stronger enforcement.
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Chicks Hatched from Artificial Eggs for First Time
Colossal Biosciences hatched 26 chicks from artificial eggs, a breakthrough that could help revive extinct birds like the dodo and giant moa by the 2030s.
PUBG Mobile 4.4: Mythological Battles & New Features
PUBG Mobile launches Version 4.4 with Hero's Crown mode, Greek mythology-inspired battles, new weapons like the Laurel M1 Garand, vehicles, and gameplay upgrades.
Nigerian Students Leverage Social Media for Global Opportunities
Nigerian university students are using social media to access scholarships, internships, and global networks. Experts advise caution and intentional use to avoid risks.
Microsoft WTI Report Shows Changing AI Adoption Trends
Microsoft's Work Trend Index reveals AI is reshaping organizational models, with 66% of users spending more time on high-value work and a transformation paradox hindering adoption.
TD Africa, HPE Discuss Future of Enterprise Networking
TD Africa and HPE hosted a partner event in Lagos, focusing on WiFi 7, AI-driven networking, and infrastructure transformation for the digital economy.
Team Block X Wins Squad Hackathon 3.0, N5m Prize
Team Block X from Obafemi Awolowo University won the HabariPay Squad Hackathon 3.0, taking home a N5 million prize for their innovative solution.
Global UAV Market to Exceed $160 Billion by 2034
Former DGCA Musa Nuhu projects the global UAV market will exceed $160 billion by 2034, driven by AI, BVLOS, and autonomous aviation technologies.
Heirs Insurance Deploys AI to Deepen Insurance Access
Heirs Insurance Group launches Prince AI, a multi-language digital assistant to simplify insurance access and boost financial inclusion in Nigeria.
AFC commits $100m to boost Africa's digital economy
AFC commits $100 million to invest in Africa-focused tech funds, aiming to boost local venture capital and support the continent's growing digital economy.
Musk Loses Lawsuit Against OpenAI Over AI Mission
A U.S. jury ruled against Elon Musk in his lawsuit against OpenAI, finding the AI company not liable for allegedly straying from its original mission to benefit humanity.
Cross-border partnerships key to Africa’s digital transformation
Galaxy Backbone Limited says sustained collaboration among African countries is central to the continent's digital transformation, calling for stronger regional partnerships to accelerate innovation.
Lawmaker Trains 350 Ogun Youths in Digital Skills, Distributes Laptops
Senator Shuaib Afolabi Salisu graduated 350 unemployed youths from a digital literacy programme, providing laptops to boost ICT skills in Ogun Central.
I Go Save Calls for Nigerian Doctor App for Diaspora
Comedian I Go Save urges Nigerian doctors to create a medical consultation app for Nigerians abroad, citing his daughter's two-year ear infection ordeal and criticizing the UK healthcare system.
WhatsApp Incognito Mode for Private AI Chats Launched in Nigeria
Meta introduces WhatsApp Incognito Mode for secure AI conversations without saving chats, addressing privacy concerns among Nigerian users. Strict safety controls remain.
50+ Pan-African Fellows Inducted for AI Ethics and Governance
Policy Innovation Centre launches Pan-African AI Ethics and Governance Fellowship, inducting over 50 professionals to build ethical AI leadership across Africa.
Africa Launches First AI Filmmaking Programme at Cannes
DCAA partners with Singapore's Video Rebirth to launch Africa's first industrial AI filmmaking programme, integrating BACH engine into curriculum for 100 students.
Moniepoint, GDG Lagos, Women Techmakers Boost Female Tech Talent
Moniepoint partners GDG Lagos and Women Techmakers to empower female tech talents through leadership development and hands-on product building in Lagos.
Nigeria Science Prize Sees Record 237 Entries for $100k
The 2026 Nigeria Prize for Science and Innovation sets a new record with 237 entries, the highest since 2004. Winner receives $100,000.
FG emphasizes AI's role in shaping Nigeria's future workforce
The Federal Government highlights mandatory AI training as crucial for digital literacy and future work, at NECA's Job Fair in Lagos.
Stakeholders Task Accountants on Digitalisation
Stakeholders urge Nigerian accountants to adopt digital tools, highlighting the need for tech-savvy skills, data security, and government support for digital infrastructure.
ISA 2025: Lawyers Embrace AI, Blockchain, and Digital Assets
Nigeria's ISA 2025 redefines legal practice, requiring lawyers to master AI, blockchain, and tokenisation for a digital economy.
Nigeria Urged to Embrace Five Pillars for Digital Resilience
BPP DG calls for five strategic priorities to boost Nigeria's digital resilience and inclusion, including broadband investment, digital literacy, cybersecurity, indigenous innovation, and inclusive governance.
Googlebook: Android Laptop to Challenge Apple MacBook
Google unveils Googlebook, a premium Android laptop with Gemini AI, targeting Apple's MacBook. Launch in fall 2026 with partners Dell, HP, Lenovo, ASUS, and Acer.
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