By Nana Musa Malam Ali M. Ali, Managing Director of the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), has called for unity of purpose to achieve the developmental aims of the Global South Forum. Ali stated this at the meeting of the Global Media Think Tank Forum with the theme ‘’CoordinatingContinue Reading
By Ibukun Emiola From ancient Ciphers used by Julius Caesar to encryption machines deployed in World War II, and modern-day online banking, these were on display at the “Secrets exhibition” at the 12th Heidelberg Laureate Forum (HLF) in Heidelberg, Germany. The interactive exhibition at the 12th Heidelberg Laureate Forum (HLF)Continue Reading
By Ibukun Emiola Prof. Madhu Sudan, an Indian-American Computer Scientist and recipient of the prestigious Nevanlinna Prize, has advised African countries to invest in local innovations to derive global benefits. In an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on the sidelines of the 12th Heidelberg Laureate ForumContinue Reading
By Ibukun Emiola Dr Nwamaka Okafor, a Nigerian postdoctoral researcher at Argonne National Laboratory, U.S., has urged the Federal Government to embrace Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Internet of Things (IoT) technologies to boost agricultural productivity. Okafor told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Heidelberg, Germany, on Monday that deployingContinue Reading
By Maureen Okon Dr Yusuf Yakub, Director-General of the Nigerian Technical Aid Corps (NTAC), says the agency has deployed no fewer than 10,000 professionals to over 40 countries since its inception. Yakub said this in Abuja on Tuesday during the deployment of 18 TAC volunteers to Liberia and Rwanda. HeContinue Reading
Ukrainians EU countries agreed Tuesday on a coordinated approach to return displaced Ukrainians, when conditions allow, and offering eligible refugees legal residence status. “Russia’s relentless, unjustified attacks on Ukraine continue. The EU’s solidarity with the Ukrainian people remains steadfast,” said Danish Immigration Minister Kaare Dybvad Bek. “At the same timeContinue Reading
Labour By Olawunmi Ashafa The International Monetary Fund (IMF) says Italy’s drive to boost productivity and attract more workers could open opportunities for Nigerian businesses and professionals. IMF, in its country focus report on Tuesday, said Italy’s economy, though resilient, faces long-term challenges. The challenges range from an ageing population,Continue Reading
Experts at the second Africa Climate Summit have stressed the need to harness artificial intelligence (AI) to bolster the resilience of Africa’s agriculture and energy sectors. According to a report by ENA, a partner of TV BRICS, panellists at the summit underscored AI’s potential to improve climateContinue Reading
Brazil and South Africa are set to enhance air links with the introduction of additional flights between the two countries as part of a strategic effort to strengthen bilateral relations and stimulate growth in tourism and trade. This is accordong to a report by the officialContinue Reading
UN General Assembly President Annalena Baerbock opened the 80th session of the organisation in New York, with a call on Assembly members to “focus on its mandates and deliver on its commitments.” This is according to a report posted on the official UN website. Continue Reading
