Author: Ifetayo Adeniyi

Experts Proffer Solutions to Make Data Migration Easier, Faster, Cheaper in Nigeria Members of Certified Data Management Professionals (CDMP), Morenike George-Taylor and Adetokunbo Ajibola, have put together some tips that can make data migration easier, faster, and cheaper. The duo spoke at an interactive session yesterday on plan and preparation for adequate planning which they said was crucial for a successful data migration in Nigeria and any part of the world. They also observed that the team would need to create a comprehensive data migration plan that includes a thorough assessment of the data and systems, detailed preparation, the actual…

All you need to know about Nollywood’s first movie to be shot on Sony Venice 2 camera This camera is responsible for blockbusters like ‘Top Gun: Maverick’, ‘Avatar’, and ‘Black Panther’. ‘Plan C’ is a comedy film starring major Nollywood stars like Nkem Owoh [Shockng] ‘Plan C’ is a comedy film starring major Nollywood stars like Nkem Owoh [Shockng] The Sony Venice 2 camera has become the go-to for filmmakers looking to make blockbusters. In 2022, the powerful digital camera was used to shoot three hit movies: Avatar: The Way of Water, Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, and Top Gun: Maverick.…

Pope calls for ‘courageous courses of peace’ for Ukraine Pope Francis waves from the window of the apostolic palace overlooking St. Peter’s square during the weekly Angelus prayer on July 30, 2023 in The Vatican. (Photo by Vincenzo PINTO / AFP) Pope Francis on Wednesday urged Europe to find “courageous courses of peace” to end the war in Ukraine as he opened a five-day visit to Portugal for a major Catholic youth festival. The 86-year-old pontiff has repeatedly called for peace in Ukraine and has sought to play a mediating role, though his efforts have yet to yield results and…

Food Security: Gombe announces more subsidies on fertilizer to encourage food production The government of Gombe State has announced a further reduction in the price of fertilizer which was being sold for N19,000 to farmers in the state. This was announced by the Secretary to the State Government (SSG) Prof. Ibrahim Abubakar Njodi in a statement that was issued by Ismaila Uba Misilli the Director General (DG) Press Affairs Government House, Gombe. According to Misilli, the SSG who announced the new measure on behalf of Governor Yahaya disclosed that the fertilizer is to be sold for N15,000 per bag. He…

Women in Conservation: Challenging stereotypes and making a difference in wildlife protection Conservation Lower Zambezi (CLZ) – Zambia Pie Aerts Women and the community are slowly but surely forming an essential part of Zambia’s wildlife protection forces. As part of Kufadza, Zambia’s first all-female anti-poaching community scout unit, I am proud to be part of this transition, impacting women’s involvement in the conservation landscape across the African continent. According to recent figures, only 11% of wildlife rangers are female. Most factors limiting women’s equal participation in rangering are universal. In other words, gender norms have deep cultural roots and ingrained…

Russia’s shocking promise to transform Africa sparks hope across the continent   Museveni shakes hands with Putin at the Russia-Africa Summit • Russia’s astonishing commitment during the Second Russia-Africa Summit sparks hope and optimism across the continent. • President Putin pledges transformative partnership, emphasising political, economic, and humanitarian cooperation. • Despite challenges, trade between Russia and Africa reached 18 billion USD, igniting expectations for a brighter future with increased collaboration. In a groundbreaking move, the Second Russia-Africa Summit and Russia-Africa Economic and Humanitarian Forum witnessed an astonishing commitment from Russia that has sent waves of hope and optimism across the…

LinkedIn seems to be planning an AI ‘coach’ to assist you with job searching, applications, and researching a company’s culture Another AI-powered tool may be on the way to help with job hunting. LinkedIn seems to be planning the release of an AI “coach” to assist users with job searching, applications, and researching things like a company’s culture. • LinkedIn may be developing an AI-powered job coach, according to web developer Nima Owji.Moor Studio/Getty Images Plus LinkedIn may be developing an AI-powered job coach, according to web developer Nima Owji.Moor Studio/Getty Images Plus LinkedIn may be developing an AI-powered job…

To Consolidate Market Position, Dangote Sugar, NASCON, Dangote Rice Merge to Form N553bn Company In a bid to consolidate its market position and harness future opportunities, Dangote Sugar Refinery Plc, yesterday in Lagos announced the merger between it, NASCON Allied Industries Plc and Dangote Rice Limited. In a statement to the Nigerian Exchange Limited yesterday, the company said the proposed merger would be an internal restructuring executed through a Scheme of Merger, under Section 711 of the Companies & Allied Matters Act, 2020 (as amended) and other applicable rules and regulations. Dangote Sugar Refinery Plc and NASCON Allied Industries Plc…

Alba Targets Trophies After Re-Uniting With Messi In Miami Spain full-back Jordi Alba says he is targeting more trophies after re-uniting with former Barcelona teammates Lionel Messi and Sergio Busquets at Inter Miami. Alba is available for a possible Inter Miami debut in Wednesday’s Leagues Cup match against Florida rivals Orlando City after arriving in Miami at the weekend. The 34-year-old won five Spanish league titles and a Champions League title during his time with Barca and a European Championship and Nations League with Spain. “I have come here to compete, to win everything,” Alba told a press conference after…

Naira in circulation rises by 87% to ₦2.6 trillion in 6 months CIC is an important measure of a country’s money supply. The Currency In Circulation (CIC) recorded in June 2023 was the highest recorded so far for the year as it climbed to ₦2.6 trillion. The amount indicates an increase of 87.05% in six months from ₦1.39 trillion recorded in January 2023. According to the data from the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), there was a fluctuation in the CIC recorded in the first quarter of 2023 (Q1). As of January 2023, the CIC stood at ₦1.39 trillion and…