Internet group says cybersecurity levy will affect businesses
Nigeria Internet Group, an advocacy group that promotes internet access and connectivity in Nigeria, has kicked against the planned introduction of the cybersecurity levy by the Central Bank of Nigeria. The President of NIG, Destiny Amana, who raised the concern in a statement, said if introduced, it would impact negatively on the Nigerian economy, businesses, and consumers. He, therefore, urged the CBN to consider alternative approaches to strengthening cybersecurity without unduly burdening the Nigerian populace. Amana said: “The recent announcement by the CBN regarding the introduction of a cybersecurity levy on electronic transactions is a matter of grave concern. Meanwhile, President Bola Tinubu was reported to direct the apex bank to suspend the cybersecurity levy.
Source:Punch
May 13, 2024 12:56 UTC
NNPC announces discovery of new oil flow in Akwa Ibom
The NNPC E&P Ltd. is an NNPC Ltd’s flagship upstream subsidiary, while NOSL is a subsidiary of Sterling Oil Exploration & Energy Production Company Ltd (SEEPCO). Olufemi Soneye, Chief Corporate Communications Officer, NNPC Ltd., made this known in a statement on Sunday. Soneye said the production, which commenced on May 6 with 6,000 barrels of oil would ramp up to 40,000 barrels per day by May 27, 2024. “The first oil flow from OML 13 is a historic milestone in the partnership between NNPC E&P Ltd and NOSL. Furthermore, for Nigeria, the first oil from OML 13 holds some significance as it contributes to the country’s efforts to increase its oil production capacity, which is crucial for meeting domestic energy needs and driving economic growth.
Source:The Guardian
May 13, 2024 09:18 UTC
Kaduna man abducts, kills six-year-old cousin
Residents of the ancient city of Zaria in Kaduna were on Sunday thrown into mourning, following the police arrest of oneAbdul Azeez Idris, who allegedly abducted and killed his 6-year-old cousin, Aisha Dahiru. Hassan disclosed that the deceased was killed after being recognized by the cousin while in hostage. “According to Mr. Dahiru, Aisha was allegedly abducted by her cousin, Abdulazeez Idris, also residing in Angwan Juma’a, Zaria. “The case was transferred to the Anti Kidnapping Unit of SCID, Kaduna, where they traced and arrested the perpetrator, identified as Abdulazeez Idris, in Makarfi Local Government. According to Hassan, the suspect will be charged in court as soon as the investigation is completed.
Source:Punch
May 13, 2024 01:19 UTC
AI and the Evolving Role of Software Engineers: Embracing Symbiosis over Replacement
In the rapidly evolving landscape of technology, the rise of artificial intelligence (AI) has sparked speculation about the future of software engineering. Questions abound regarding the impact of AI on the role of software engineers, with some fearing that automation will render human expertise obsolete. Furthermore, far from displacing human engineers, AI serves as a catalyst for innovation that augments our capabilities, unlocks new possibilities, and accelerates progress. By harnessing the power of AI, software engineers can tackle increasingly complex challenges, explore uncharted territories, and pioneer groundbreaking solutions that redefine the boundaries of what is achievable. In conclusion, the narrative of AI replacing software engineers oversimplifies the dynamic interplay between technology and human creativity.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
May 13, 2024 00:48 UTC
Police arrest father for sharing obscene pictures of underage daughter
The Nigeria Police Force has condemned the exploitation of a four-year-old child, whose explicit images and videos circulated on social media, and arrested the child’s father in connection with the incident. This was made known in a statement signed by the Force Public Relations Officer, Olumuyiwa Adejobi, and shared on X.com on Sunday. According to him, preliminary investigations revealed the involvement of the child’s father, who has been arrested at the Auchi Divisional Police Headquarters, Edo State Police Command. “Prima facie investigations indicate the involvement of the child’s father, who has been apprehended by the police at the Auchi Divisional Police Headquarters, Edo State Police Command. The Nigeria Police Force remains steadfast in its commitment to safeguarding children and upholding the law,” the FPPRO added.
Source:Punch
May 13, 2024 00:29 UTC
Debate Over Sam Bennett ‘Punch’ on Brad Marchand Rolls Into Game 4
Did Sam Bennett punch Brad Marchand early on during Game 3 on Friday night? The Boston Bruins certainly seem to think so. It certainly appears that Bennett did catch him, however, as Marchand went down and looked woozy on the bench. We have our view of it.”Here is how it is being written up:Florida Hockey Now — Bruins Call Bennett Hit on Marchand Dirty. STANLEY CUP PLAYOFFSEASTERN CONFERENCE SEMIFINALSFLORIDA PANTHERS (ATL1) V. BOSTON BRUINS (ATL2)FLORIDA LEADS BEST-OF-7 SERIES TIED 2-1
Source:Punch
May 12, 2024 22:50 UTC
Weekly Catch Up With Guardian Life
What's New Weekly Catch Up With Guardian Life By Kareem Azeez It is another week of explosive entertainment. It's the weekly Catch up with Guardian Life. Pop star Justin Bieber and his wife, Hailey, have shared delightful news…It is another week of explosive entertainment. It’s the weekly Catch up with Guardian Life. Here, Guardian Life weekly Catch Up talks about Online streaming giant Netflix, It is investing in Africa to help new talent emerge and to tell stories that make an impact locally and also resonate with audiences abroad.
Source:The Guardian
May 12, 2024 16:35 UTC
At ministers’ conference, Alome, Onoka harp on clerics’ sound health, excellence in ministry, others
The Ministers’ Conference Lagos, which was held at the K & M Event Centre New Oko-Oba, Abule Egba, Lagos, was at the behest of the Newcastle, a United Kingdom-based City of God Christian Centre in partnership with the Achievers Sanctuary International, Lagos. He dwelt on leadership excellence, flock and crisis management, and resilience in adversity, stressing that the essence of the conference was to “equip pastors for holistic ministry development. Alfred Shoyemi; General Overseer of Victory Life Mission International, Rev. Abraham Akinola; General Overseer of Repairers Chapels, Pastor Olumoyokun Akinlosotu; General Overseer of Hope Liberation, Lagos, Rev. Kingsman Okpoto, and the General Overseer of Word of Life Church, Lagos, Pastor Fisayo Daniel, among others.
Source:The Guardian
May 12, 2024 15:05 UTC
FG to receive $2.25bn World Bank loan June 13
The Federal Government is poised to receive fresh loan funding from the World Bank, with approval expected for loans totalling $2.25bn on June 13, 2024. The first project is the Nigeria Reforms for Economic Stabilization to Enable Transformation Development Policy Financing, which is set to receive $1.5bn. The Minister of Finance, Wale Edun, at the spring meetings of the International Monetary Fund and the World Bank last month, had announced that the nation had qualified for processing a loan, described as ‘virtually a grant’ of $2.25bn from the World Bank at one per cent interest rate. The package, approved by the Board of Directors of the World Bank, offers a 40-year term with a 10-year moratorium and a nominal one per cent interest rate. “The principal programme development objective is to raise non-oil revenues and safeguard oil and gas revenues.
Source:Punch
May 12, 2024 14:49 UTC
FG to review visa policy to attract foreign investments
The Federal Government is set to review the nation’s visa policy to attract foreign investments and boost visits to the country. The Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, disclosed this at the Transcorp Hotel, Abuja during a stakeholders consultative meeting on Nigeria visa on Saturday. So, once we get the visa policy right and we get the implementation framework perfect, then definitely the economic prosperity will come.”He stressed that a visa policy that attracts investments and encourages visitors to visit Nigeria from across the world without putting the country’s security in jeopardy. He said, “You see, seamless access to any country is key for investment promotion, job creation, foreign direct investment. He noted that the Tinubu-led administration’s resolve is to make Nigeria’s visa policy the best in the world and that it would not rest on its oasis until it is achieved.
Source:Punch
May 12, 2024 08:31 UTC
Bruins’ Brad Marchand Injured on Sam Bennett’s Sucker Punch
Bruins captain Brad Marchand was absent from the Saturday, May 11, practice. On top of that, Montgomery expanded on his thoughts about what happened to Marchand in Game 3. Initially, not many were aware of what had happened on the ice in the action between Marchand and Bennett. Both collided in a heavy hit that made the Bruins captain fall to the ice. Further analysis of the hit footage has revealed the probable truth of what happened on the ice between Marchand and Bennett.
Source:Punch
May 12, 2024 07:25 UTC
FG to introduce ‘Citizenship Studies’ as core subject in schools – NOA
The National Orientation Agency (NOA) says the Federal Government will soon introduce Citizenship Studies as core subjects at all levels of education in Nigeria. He said the introduction of citizenship study into the country’s school education system was necessary to help inculcate the right values and characters into every Nigeria’s child. “The Federal Government will soon introduce Citizenship Studies in all levels of education in Nigeria–primary, secondary and tertiary education–where our children will undertake them as compulsory subjects and courses. “This will enable them to learn the right values and characters and how to be a good Nigerian and make the country proud anywhere they go. The director-general commended the stakeholders for always being ever-supportive and dependable in working with NOA to move Nigeria forward.
Source:The Guardian
May 12, 2024 01:46 UTC
Hajj: NAHCON’s 43-man advance team departs for Saudi Arabia Sunday
To mark the start of the 2024 Hajj season, a 43-man advance team of the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) will today (Sunday) depart Abuja for the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. They are the reason you are there, so at every point in time, make sure you attend or treat them with courtesy and respect,” the chairman told the team. While telling them that the bar has been raised and expectations is high, Arabi emphatically told them to take the admonition seriously. “I urge you to be patient with the pilgrims, minimize their complaints and focus on the task at hand,” Elegushi told the team. He enjoined the team to represent the Commission well while in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, submitting that, “you are our eyes and ears of the management.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
May 12, 2024 00:58 UTC
Judy stands up to Punch as classic puppet show gets modern makeover
After 362 years of frankly horrendous treatment at the hands of her husband, Mr Punch, Judy has had enough. The man in the booth – or “professor”, as Punch and Judy puppeteers are known – is Spike Lidington. Aged 20, he is part of an emerging scene of younger people who are getting interested in the art of puppetry in general, and Punch and Judy in particular. Dr Tony Lidington, lecturer in drama at Exeter and a 40-year veteran of the seaside entertainment business (and Spike’s father), shrugged off the attack. after newsletter promotion“But people think of Punch and Judy as this very traditional form of entertainment that’s never really changed, which isn’t really true.
Source:Punch
May 11, 2024 16:34 UTC