Author: ITPulse

…. ACSPN inaugurates Enugu Executives and lecture Communication scholars and media industry experts have called for change in the mass communication curriculum to adequately equip communication graduates with knowledge and skills critical for functioning in the contemporary media workspace and for driving national development. The call was made at the inauguration of executives and lecture of the Association of Communication Scholars and Professionals of Nigeria (ACSPN) Enugu State Chapter, with the topic, “Marketing Communication in the Digital Media Age: Need to Review, Reload and Rejig our Educational Curriculum for National Development,” according to a press release signed by Dr. Chukwudi…

By Olumide Balogun In the bustling markets of Lagos, a remarkable transformation is underway. A local logistics company, once struggling with efficiency, has now streamlined its entire operation using AI-driven solutions. This is a glimpse into the broader canvas of Africa where Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly becoming a cornerstone for business innovation. Across the continent, from the tech hubs of Nairobi to the vibrant streets of Accra, AI is no longer a distant concept but a present-day tool reshaping the way businesses operate and grow. Enterprises of all sizes are tapping into AI to enhance their processes, improve customer…

Fifteen Nigerian small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs), who yesterday graduated from Google’s Hustle Academy have been chosen to receive support from the N75 million Hustle Academy Fund. The fifteen Nigerians are Ifeoma Augusta Anselem – Rae’s Clothing; Femi Bolaji – Wauley Projects Limited; Nafisa Abdulrazaq Sabo – Pinch N’ Dash; Funmilola Moronke Agbayewa – Segunfunmi Foods Nigeria Limited; Chigozie Bashua – The Nut Place Limited; John Samuel Andefiki – Kita Farm and Hussaini Aliyu Baba – Lead Way Family Poultry. Others are Aminu Abdulkarim – A.A.K. Shoes; Constance Ufuoma Edesiri – Stance Fashion Empire; Chikere Onyinyechi Breakthrough – Clozetsales; Anita…

The recently launched KongaTV is gaining traction as the new HP Laserjet Tank MFP 260 described by those who have been privileged to experience it as a robust, pocket-friendly, and simple-to-use printing solution will later today be launched live on the platform. With the launch of the HP printing solution on the KongaTV by the Management of Hewlett Packard, the Konga TV has now become the new face for launching quality products in Nigeria. According to Konga, HP is introducing its state-of-the-art Multi-Functional Printer series to the Nigerian market to sustain its leadership of the tech sector, and as such…

The Director-General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), Kashifu Inuwa has unveiled the NIJA CHAT, a messaging, gaming and lifestyle app that he believes will help build public digital infrastructure and boost the Nation’s economy. The unveiling of the app is coming at a time when the federal government has challenged its teeming youthful population to innovate indigenous solutions that have a global impact. Unveiling the app in Abuja yesterday, the NITDA DG called on all Nigerians both home and the diaspora to embrace the tech to encourage more such innovative ideas to emerge from the country. He…

The Nigerian government through the Ministry of Communications Innovation and Digital Economy has launched the Startup Support and Engagement Portal, describing it as a key requirement for the implementation of the Nigeria Startup Act. Launching the portal, the Minister of Communications Innovation and Digital Economy, Bosun Tijani noted that the portal will drive the identification and aggregation of Nigerian startups, venture capital companies, hubs and innovation centers. He added that the launch of the portal became necessary to facilitate engagement and support for ecosystem players. “The portal is aimed to initiate the process of setting up the startup consultative forums…

Verve, Africa’s leading payment cards and digital tokens brand has successfully hosted the sixth edition of VerveLife, Africa’s biggest fitness party. VerveLife is dedicated to promoting and inspiring a healthier lifestyle among Nigerians and Africans at large. The electrifying event, which took place on Saturday, November 4, 2023, at the Landmark Event Center, Victoria Island, Lagos, drew thousands of fitness and wellness enthusiasts from across Africa and beyond. Attendees were treated to a diverse range of invigorating exercises, including aerobics, yoga, full-body workouts, and a stimulating, health-focused exercise session. This year’s grand finale showcased some of Africa’s most prominent and…

Story Highlights:  The theme of the conference was “TechHER: Bridging the Tech Barriers, Building the Future.” The FMN Women’s Network is committed to supporting women in their pursuit of excellence in the field of technology. Participants had the opportunity to network with each other and learn from experts. It included a panel discussion featuring leading business and technology experts Flour Mills of Nigeria Plc (FMN), through its FMN Women’s Network (FMNWN), successfully held its 5th annual women’s conference on Thursday, November 16, 2023, at Ebonylife, Victoria Island, Lagos. This year’s conference, which was focused on the theme “TechHER: Bridging the…

In the dynamic landscape of real estate, a seismic shift is underway—a metamorphosis that transcends conventional norms and charts a visionary course for the future. This transformation is not confined to the tangible structures of real estate; it extends its tendrils deep into the intricate realms of marketing, redefining how we buy, sell, and tell the story of properties. As we set sail into uncharted territories, real estate professionals emerge not merely as navigators but as pioneers, forging a revolutionary path in marketing. This exploration seeks to illuminate the X factors, the unsung heroes orchestrating a symphony of change in…

A cybersecurity expert cum consultant, Olaifa Opeyemi has blamed the increase in cyber trends on the sustained advancement in the digital space, emerging technologies and the increasing emergence of new smart devices.   While speaking during a fireside chat at the Africa Tech Alliance (AfriTECH 3.0) Forum in Lagos held recently, Opeyemi noted that the more technology the world introduces, the more cyber trends that people are exposed to.   “There was a time of web applications. Now, it’s time for mobile applications. The more technology you introduce, the more trends you introduce out there. And then the more there…