Author: Ifetayo Adeniyi

South Africa becomes the first African country to get Google’s latest AI chatbot “Gemini” Recently, Google announced the rebranding of its artificial intelligence chatbot from “Bard” to “Gemini” and is rolling out an advanced version of the software to the public. According to the global tech giant, the new Gemini Pro artificial intelligence model will be available in South Africa first before being rolled out in other markets across Africa. Google launched its new Gemini AI model on Wednesday.SOPA Images/Getty Images Gemini Advanced is now available in South Africa as part of the new Google One AI Premium Plan for…

Once Eedris Abdulkareem’s Backup Singer- Timaya Opens Up About Past Timaya Opens Up About Past As Eedris Abdulkareem’s Backup Singer Nigerian artist, Inetimi Alfred Timaya Odon, popularly known as Timaya, has shared insights into his early days as a struggling musician. Timaya disclosed that he served as a backup singer for his colleague, Eedris Abdulkareem, for a period of three years. He emphasized that despite any current differences, Abdulkareem would always hold the position of his boss in his eyes. The singer elaborated on how the experience gained while working with Abdulkareem contributed significantly to promoting his music, particularly in…

Strategic tips for SME growth by MD, seven-up bottling company Ziad Maalouf, Managing Director of Seven-Up Bottling Company (SBC), during one of his sessions at the bootcamp With a wealth of experience spanning over three decades, Ziad Maalouf, Managing Director of Seven-Up Bottling Company (SBC), is undoubtedly someone whom a small enterprise owner would value spending a few minutes with. Over the weekend, 40 small and medium-sized enterprise owners had the luxury of hours of lectures and interaction with this highly experienced entrepreneur. This opportunity was made possible through the SMEs Scale-Up Bootcamp, organized by SBC in partnership with Zenith…

Oduntan of Nigeria becomes Canada’s Brampton Business Ambassador A Nigerian-Canadian Citizen, and the Special Assistant and Advisor to Member of Parliament in the Canadian Parliament, Mr Akinade Oduntan, have been appointed as Mayor’s Brampton Business Ambassador. Oduntan, a prominent leader in the Black Canadians community has distinguished himself in various community service over the years has earned him accolades and recognition in Canada. His recent appointment was rectified by the Mayor of Brampton; Mayor Patrick Brown will see the Nigerian Canadian entrepreneur initiate investors, businesses and investment into the City of Brampton from African countries and also act as a…

Renowned Journalist Olusegun Adeniyi Commends Innovations in Lagos Water Transportation A veteran journalist, writer, and former presidential spokesman, Olusegun Adeniyi, recently visited the Lagos Waterways Monitoring and Data Management Centre ( Control Room) of the Lagos Waterways Authority (LASWA) at the Falomo Jetty. During his visit, Adeniyi witnessed firsthand the innovations and success of water transportation in Lagos under LASWA’s supervision. Accompanied by LASWA’s General Manager, Damilola Emmanuel, Adeniyi observed real-time activities along the entire stretch of the Lagos Lagoon, from Ikorodu to Badagry. Impressed by the technological advancements and operational efficiency, Adeniyi highlighted the potential of water transportation to…

Lagos City Marathon Is Here, Plan Your Movement As There Will Be Closure Of Important Roads Lagos City Marathon The Lagos State Government has announced the closure of some critical roads in the metropolis for Saturday’s Lagos City Marathon. The Lagos City Marathon comes up on Saturday, 10 February, 2024 between 5.00a.m.and 2.00p.m. A statement issued by the Commissioner for Transportation, Oluwaseun Osiyemi on Friday said some routes would be temporarily unavailable to motorists during the marathon. The routes that will be shut between 5.00a.m. and 2.00p.m. are Funsho Williams Avenue from Stadium, Surulere; Ikorodu Road to Anthony, Gbagada to…

Glo & MTN Resolve Interconnect Debt Dispute MTN & GLO. The interconnect debt dispute between MTN Nigeria Communications Plc and Globacom Limited has been resolved. The Nigerian Communications Commission disclosed this on Thursday in a statement signed by the Director, Public Affairs Department, Reuben Muoka. This development between both firms occurred within the 21-day grace period the NCC gave Glo in January. 61.54 million mobile subscriptions (as of November 2023) on Glo’s network were at risk of getting disconnected from making calls to MTN before now. In January, the NCC announced that Glo subscribers might be barred from making calls…

Oshoala moves for replacement of Onana with Nwabali at Man United following AFCON’s performance Asisat Oshoala and Man United legend Rio Ferdinand joined millions to celebrate the Super Eagles victory against South Africa. Nigerian women’s star Asisat Oshoala has joined calls for Manchester United to sign Super Eagles goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali following his penalty shootout heroics at the Africa Cup Nations. Oshoala urged Rio Ferdinand to make the move happen after Nwabali inspired Nigeria’s Super Eagles to a 4-2 win against South Africa in the AFCON 2023 semifinal on Wednesday. The Chippa United star was in superb form again as…

Women Empowerment: Modupe Elebute-Odunsi, empowering women in healthcare to break barriers Modupe Elebute-Odunsi is the Founder/Chair of Women In Healthcare Network (WIHCN). She is also the Founder/CEO, Marcelle Ruth Cancer Centre & Specialist Hospital. She is a Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians, a Fellow of the Royal College of Pathologists and a member of the British Society of Haematology and the American Society of Haematology. She recently established WIHCN because she was motivated by the plethora of diverse female talent in the healthcare space that was not being harnessed, developed and utilised to advance the system and…

Firstbank Bags Prestigious Corporate Bank Award at 2023 Euromoney Awards for Excellence FirstBank, Nigeria’s premier financial institution and financial inclusion services provider, was announced as the Best Corporate Bank at the recent prestigious Euromoney Awards for Excellence, Nigeria 2023. The Bank clinched the coveted award based on its 130-year commitment to enabling its corporate customers achieve success through relevant and tailored financial solutions. FirstBank’s continuous investment in technology has been crucial to its leading industry role in optimally meeting the needs of its corporate customers. Recent investments in technology include the development of its smart and interactive Transaction Banking Platform…