By ‘Sola Rotimi United States President Donald Trump has declared that leadership in artificial intelligence will determine the future balance of global power. Speaking at the 81st United Nations General Assembly in New York, Trump said countries that lead in the technology will enjoy major strategic advantages. He described artificial intelligence as a transformative force…
Image credit: AI By Rasheedat Oladotun-Iliyas In 2025, Abimbola Tijani registered a new SIM card, linked it to her National Identification Number (NIN) in compliance with the Federal Government’s directive, and handed it over to her 14-year-old son to ease communication while she was away. However, her son soon became inundated with bank alerts meant…
In an era when many people turn to artificial intelligence for quick answers, new research shows that AI‑powered chatbots frequently offer incorrect or potentially harmful health guidance, a finding that should caution anyone seeking medical help from these tools. A growing number of adults use conversational AI systems to ask questions about symptoms, treatments and…
Industrialist Aliko Dangote has called for a sweeping digital overhaul of Nigeria’s supply chain, insisting that businesses must embrace technology to remain competitive in an evolving market. Speaking at the DANGOTE Supply Chain Forum in Lagos, he stressed that modern systems and data-driven processes are now critical to improving efficiency, cutting costs and driving sustainable…
The Federal Government has approved the purchase of two additional communication satellites as part of an effort to expand broadband access and improve digital services across the country. This move is intended to support economic growth, close digital gaps, and extend reliable internet to underserved areas. The decision was announced by Dr. Bosun Tijani, Nigeria’s…
The Nigerian Army has disclosed plans to deploy advanced technological solutions alongside increased troop presence to flashpoints in Niger State to curb the rising wave of bandit attacks on local communities. The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, made this known in an interview shortly after declaring open the 2026 Nigerian Army…
On 2 December 2025, Samsung Electronics unveiled its first triple-folding smartphone, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold, in a move that aims to push the boundaries of mobile design and reshape high-end smartphone offerings. When fully unfolded, the TriFold expands into a 10-inch display, using three panels that together deliver a tablet-sized screen, a clear attempt…
