Author: ITPulse

QNET has won three distinguished categories at the 11th annual PR  Awards, demonstrating its prowess in crisis management, corporate strategy and technological innovation. Apart from setting new standards for excellence in Direct Selling, the awards are a remarkable acknowledgment of its excellence in public relations and communications for the leading lifestyle and wellness direct selling company. The three awards are: Silver Award for Best Corporate Strategy – An endorsement for QNET’s Fingreen financial literacy programme that has been rolled out in three countries over the last 18 months and has helped over 7000 people, including college students, homemakers, street vendors,…

By Diana Tenebe Nigeria’s agricultural sector has long been a significant contributor to national growth, with the potential to further reduce poverty. This sector, encompassing crop production, livestock, forestry, and fishing, has the potential to hold export opportunities and can strategically become the engine for economic prosperity, given Nigeria’s large population. Undoubtedly, agriculture remains a top contributor to Nigeria’s GDP. Statistics show it contributed around 23.69% in 2022, ranking behind the industry (30.78%) and services (22.04%) sectors. However, the sector’s contribution has declined. In the first quarter of 2023, it fell to 19.63%, compared to 21.09% in the same period…

How does a startup, founded far from the advantages and resources of the world’s tech hubs, go on to reach unicorn status? And more deeply, just how far can the drive for meaning and purpose ultimately take you? The inDrive documentary sets out to answer these questions. In an exclusive premiere today in Lagos, Nigeria, the inDrive documentary offered audiences a rare glimpse into the heart and soul of the company, with never-before-seen footage and candid stories from the individuals at inDrive’s roots, including founder and CEO Arsen Tomsky. This special content dives deep into their initial vision and the…

Two instructors from Warri’s Rolof Computer Academy distinguished themselves in a recent Artificial Intelligence (AI) training program. The 13-week program, designed to equip educators with AI skills for teaching, research, and community engagement, was a collaborative effort between the National Universities Commission (NUC), the National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN), and the West Africa Office of the Association of African Universities (AAU). It attracted over 900 participants from Nigerian universities, polytechnics and colleges of education. Mr. Lucky Ofuafor, founder of Rolof Computer Academy and a member of the Nigeria Association of Artificial Intelligence Practitioners (NAIP), was among the top performers,…

LG Electronics, a global leader in consumer electronics recently hosted its LG Showcase MEA 2024 at the Conrad Hotel in Abu Dhabi. With the overarching theme “Reinventing Together,” the event focused on showcasing the latest innovations and extending relationships with its stakeholders. Hosting over 500 esteemed guests, the event offered hands-on experience with its latest products. A key focus area during the exhibition was LG’s line-up of home entertainment products, which range from its televisions to audio and gaming products. Commenting on the event, Mr. Il Hwan Lee, Chief Executive Officer, LG MEA Region said “We design each product to…

By Tamara Rajić World Innovation and Creativity Day fell on the 21st of April, reminding us of the boundless potential inherent in human ingenuity and technological advancement. Artificial Intelligence (AI) stands at the forefront of this celebration, reshaping the landscape of business operations and customer engagement. The combination of advanced data analytics with cloud computing has propelled AI into the spotlight, making its integration more accessible across industries.  Unlocking AI’s potential – why companies can’t afford to miss out What is remarkable is how AI adoption is growing its accessibility to the public. Platforms such as OpenAI, ChatGPT, and Dall-E…

An initiative that is aimed at tackling critical gaps in cancer treatment, from diagnosing the disease to providing proper medical care has been launched by AstraZeneca, along with Kenya’s Ministry of Health and other healthcare organizations in Kenya. Tagged ‘Cancer Care Africa (CCA)’, the initiative will transform cancer care across the country. The launch of the initiative is coming at a time when Kenya faces a growing challenge with cancer, with thousands of citizens diagnosed with the disease each year. These numbers are expected to rise in the coming decades, giving rise to a broader concern across Africa. Ahead of…

The first three Participants/Teams that will come out victorious in the Blockchain Secure Authentication (BSA) challenge being organized by the International Telecommunications Union (ITU) will win $5,000; $3,000 and $2,000 respectively at the end of the programme. ​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​The ITU BSA Application Challenge is an exciting opportunity for innovators and developers to revolutionize user authentication in digital financial services (DFS). This challenge focuses on promoting Blockchain Secure Authentication (BSA) to overcome the vulnerabilities of traditional “shared secrets” like passwords and one-time passwords, which are susceptible to phishing and theft. ITU organizes the BSA application challenge as part of the activities of…

…. In partnership with AstraZeneca through the A. Catalyst Network and co-funded by Bristol Myers Squibb, the program tackles immediate healthcare needs and long-term resilience strategies. Today, Fuel Africa 2024, a groundbreaking initiative hosted by Futurize, has successfully concluded, marking a significant milestone in integrating healthcare technology innovations with climate change solutions across the African continent. Through the collaborative efforts of AstraZeneca through the A.Catalyst Network, and co-funded by Bristol Myers Squibb, the initiative aims to tackle immediate healthcare challenges while also devising strategies for fortifying resilient healthcare systems. With participation from 12 countries and collaboration with 22 leading universities,…

Owing to the increase of tariff of DSTV and GOTV by MultiChoice Nigeria Limited, the Competition and Consumer Protection Tribunal (CCPT) sitting in Abuja has stopped the satellite TV operator from the increase, which is scheduled to begin on May 1, 2024. According to the News Agency of Nigeria, the three-member tribunal, presided over by Saratu Shafii, gave the interim order following an ex-parte motion moved by Ejiro Awaritoma, counsel for an applicant, Festus Onifade. The tribunal, in a ruling, restrained MultiChoice from going ahead with the impending price increase, pending the hearing and determination of the motion on notice…