The National Universities Commission (NUC) has approved the unbundling of the Department of Mass Communication, University of Nigeria Nsukka (UNN) into five new undergraduate programmes with effect from the 2026/2027 academic session. This is contained in statement issued on Thursday in Nsukka by Mr Inya Egwu, the acting Public Relations …
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Meta is adding built-in protections against impersonation as WhatsApp prepares to roll out its new username feature, aiming to prevent scammers from exploiting one of the messaging platform’s biggest updates in years. The company said high-profile usernames, including those belonging to public figures, celebrities and well-known brands, will only be …
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The Federal Government has announced that the National Youths Service Corps, NYSC, traditional khaki uniform will be replaced with Adire fabric as part of ongoing reforms. Minister of Youth Development, Ayodele Olawande, announced this on Thursday when he appeared on Channels Television’s ‘The Morning Brief’. Olawande noted that the decision is part …
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Nigerian fintech company Paga has issued a public fraud alert warning its customers about a fraudulent WhatsApp campaign impersonating the company and offering cash rewards to unsuspecting users. The company said it is not running any giveaway or promotional campaign and urged customers to disregard messages claiming otherwise. The fake promotion, circulating …
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Popular video game publisher Sony PlayStation has announced it will end production of physical game discs in January 2028. This comes amid technological shifts and users’ behavioural patterns. According to a press release by Sony PlayStation on Wednesday, the transition will enable the company to align more closely with how …
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Senegal will hold a national referendum on sweeping constitutional reforms after lawmakers approved changes that would strengthen parliament and the prime minister while reducing presidential authority, setting the stage for one of Senegal’s most consequential institutional votes in recent years. The proposed amendment, approved by the National Assembly on Monday, …
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Nairobi-based Novastar Ventures has teamed up with Google to launch an Applied AI Lab for African startups and researchers. The lab targets AI solutions in healthcare, agriculture, and education, giving founders access to tools and support typically reserved for Big Tech. Applications opened July 1 for the lab, which is backed by …
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The Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of eTranzact Plc, Mr Niyi Toluwalope, has reaffirmed the company’s commitment to supporting Nigeria’s economic growth through innovative digital payment and technology solutions. Toluwalope, represented by the Executive Director and Group Head, Public Sector Division, Mr Abubakar Achimugu, made the commitment at the Nigeria Employers’ …
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The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening collaboration with the World Bank to improve access to safe water and enhance food security across the country. The Minister of Water Resources and Sanitation, Prof. Joseph Utsev, gave the assurance on Wednesday while receiving a World Bank delegation led by the …
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President Bola Tinubu on Wednesday inaugurated a 600-metre underpass and a 3.7-kilometre dualised township road network in Akwanga Local Government Area of Nasarawa State. The projects were executed by the Nasarawa State Government under its urban renewal initiative aimed at transforming the state. Represented by Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda, National Chairman …
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