By Sylvester Thompson The Nigerian Institute of Food Science and Technology (NIFST) has called on stakeholders to strengthen efforts toward transforming food research into marketable products to boost food security, jobs and sustainable development. Dr Bola Osinowo, the NIFST President, made the call on Tuesday in Abuja at the 12thContinue Reading
By Jessica Dogo The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has supported the Federal Government’s Girls in ICT empowerment initiative by hosting 185 students on an industry excursion. NCC Director of Public Affairs, Nnenna Ukoha, disclosed this in a statement on Sunday in Abuja. She said the tour was designed to inspireContinue Reading
By Jessica Dogo The Board of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has appointed Ms Princess Emiko as Interim Chairman of the governing board of the Digital Bridge Institute (DBI). The NCC Director of Public Affairs, Nnenna Ukoha, disclosed this in a statement issued on Monday in Abuja. Ukoha said theContinue Reading
By Jessica Dogo The Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Dr Bosun Tijani, has expressed confidence in the ability of young Nigerian girls to lead innovation and provide solutions to national challenges. Tijani said this at the grand finale of the National Girls in ICT 2026 Competition, on FridayContinue Reading
Tolu Aiyegbusi The Raw Materials Research and Development Council (RMRDC) and Africhips R&D,signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to build domestic capacity in advanced technology. Prof. Nnayelugo Ike-Muonso, Director-General, RMRDC, while signing on behalf of RMRDC said the partnership aligned with its mandate to harness local resources for industrial development.Continue Reading
By Michael Ajayi/Anita Uzoagba RSE Engineering Nigeria Limited has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Energy Commission of Nigeria (ECN) to promote the deployment of advanced cogeneration technology across key sectors in Nigeria. Advanced Cogeneration Technology, also known as Combined Heat and Power (CHP), simultaneously generates electricity andContinue Reading
By Abiodun Lawal The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) says digital learning and artificial intelligence (AI) can play a significant role in addressing Nigeria’s out-of-school children crisis. UNICEF Education Specialist, Mr Harold Kpojime, said this at a two-day media dialogue on digital learning, artificial intelligence and skills development for out-of-schoolContinue Reading
Tianjin – On May 28, 2026, the World Intelligence Expo 2026 opened at the National Convention & Exhibition Center (Tianjin). Themed “Intelligence: Extensive Development Space, Sustainable Growth Driver,” the expo brought together more than 700 enterprises to showcase their latest achievements in intelligent technology. “Translation & Communication of China” invitedContinue Reading
By Ijeoma Olorunfemi The Federal Government has commenced the training of Information Technology (IT) Administrators of Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs’) to protect government networks against unauthorised access. The 5-day training on Technical and Organisational Drill on Data Protection Measures is being organised by the Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC)Continue Reading
By Jessica Dogo Mr Daren Tang, Director-General of the World Intellectual Property Organisation (WIPO), says Nigeria is emerging as a global centre of innovation and creativity. Tang spoke on Monday in Abuja at the launch of the WIPO Nigeria Office for innovation and policy development. He said Nigeria should leverageContinue Reading
