The case for reshaping traditional industries with tech
Be it in the energy industry, e-government services, manufacturing, or logistics, the fourth industrial revolution is having a profound impact. Thanks to AI, 5G-A, cloud, and other technologies, the physical world is merging with the digital world. When it comes to turning industry digitalization from a buzzword into a reality, it takes a village – and a highly-skilled, expert one at that. Industries, especially legacy industries with hundreds of years of history, are not transformed overnight. Finally, Hebi, a historic city in China’s Henan province implemented a Huawei “Intelligent Road” solution to address challenges concerning growing car ownership and traffic congestion.
Source:The Guardian
October 16, 2024 13:43 UTC
Tinubu: Oshodi’s ATTF election ‘proud moment for Nigeria’
President Bola Tinubu has described Wahid Oshodi’s election as President of the African Table Tennis Federation as a proud moment for Nigeria. In his congratulatory message, Tinubu noted that Oshodi’s election was a proud moment for Nigeria, reflecting the strong support he garnered in the lead-up. His commitment inspires all sports enthusiasts and is a hopeful sign for the future of table tennis. Oshodi’s election makes him the second Nigerian to hold the ATTF presidency, after Engr. His unanimous election underscores the confidence that African table tennis stakeholders have in his ability to steer the sport to greater heights on the continent.
Source:Punch
October 16, 2024 13:33 UTC
Four times petrol price has increased under Tinubu’s govt
Before the rally, there were speculations that the petrol price, selling at around N195 per litre, could rise to N200 per litre. In his inaugural speech on May 29, 2023, Tinubu dashed Nigerians’ hopes for lower fuel prices by officially announcing the removal of the fuel subsidy. In this article, Tribune Online examines the four instances of petrol price hikes under Tinubu’s administration over the past 16 months. First Increment – May 2023The first petrol price hike occurred shortly after Tinubu announced the subsidy removal in May 2023, disrupting the petroleum industry. Nigeria’s petrol subsidy, a lifeline for smugglers — NNPCLThe NNPCL boss, Mele Kyari, recently disclosed that Nigeria’s petrol subsidy, before its removal, served as a lifeline for cross-border smugglers.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
October 16, 2024 13:19 UTC
Oshodi emerges as second Nigerian ATTF president
Nigeria’s Enitan Oshodi has been unanimously elected as the President of the African Table Tennis Federation at the body’s 2024 Annual General Meeting in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, on Tuesday, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. Oshodi, a former Commissioner for Youth, Sports, and Social Development in Lagos State, succeeds Egypt’s Khaled El-Salhy, who had led the Federation since 2010. The newly-elected president’s journey to the ATTF top seat follows decades of involvement in table tennis, both locally and internationally. Under his leadership as commissioner, Lagos became a key destination for table tennis, hosting numerous high-profile events. As ATTF President, Oshodi is expected to leverage his experience and connections to further develop table tennis across the African continent, building on the foundation laid by his predecessor.
Source:Punch
October 16, 2024 13:18 UTC
Top 10 deadliest insects in the world
Here are ten deadliest insects and their potentially fatal effects on humans. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), they transmit lethal diseases like malaria, which claimed approximately 619,000 lives in 2021 alone. Research indicates that severe allergic reactions can develop in 1-3% of the population, leading to life-threatening situations. A study published in Nature reported that these hornets can destroy entire colonies of bees, impacting local ecosystems. A study published in Nature Ecology & Evolution indicates that locust swarms can contain up to 80 million insects per square kilometer, devastating crops and leading to food insecurity in affected areas.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
October 16, 2024 11:42 UTC
Investment in agric will mitigate climate change — Expert
The Chairman, Federation of Agricultural Commodities Association of Nigeria, (FACAN), Mr. Howard Usen has posited that the best way to mitigate climate change and promote the capacity to employ thousands and millions is investment in Agro Sub Sector of the economy. His words, “If you want to mitigate climate change, the best solution is agriculture. If you ask anywhere today, when you hear of climate change, you hear of weather, poverty, the only sector that has the capacity to employ thousands and millions is the agro-subsector. “And sometimes when you talk to people about oil, they tell you that our oil will last a lifetime. “Even when they look at the chips, the way they do the chips is different.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
October 16, 2024 10:56 UTC
Tanker explosion claimed 90 lives in Jigawa – Police
No fewer than 90 people were confirmed dead, following a petrol tanker explosion in Majiya Town, Taura Local Government Area of the state on Tuesday. Mr Shi’isu Adam, the Police Spokesperson in Jigawa, confirmed this in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Wednesday. He also said that 50 other persons had been hospitalised for varying degree of injury due to the explosion. ”At about 11:30 p.m. on Tuesday in Majia Town, Taura local government area of Jigawa, the tanker driver lost control near Khadija University and it exploded. “The driver left Kano and was heading to Nguru in Yobe when the accident happened,” Adam said.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
October 16, 2024 10:14 UTC
Ending extreme poverty by 2030 out of reach — World Bank
The is contained in the World Bank’s new Poverty, Prosperity, and Planet Report that offers the first post-pandemic assessment of global progress toward eradicating poverty and boosting shared prosperity on a livable planet. “Almost 700 million people – 8.5 percent of the global population – live today on less than $2.15 per day, with 7.3 percent of the population projected to be living in extreme poverty in 2030. Extreme poverty remains concentrated in countries with historically low economic growth and fragility, many of which are in Sub-Saharan Africa”. The report notes that ending poverty for half the World could take more than a century, and offers pathways to progress through faster, greener, more inclusive growth. Yet, 1.7 billion people, 20 percent of the global population, still live in high-inequality economies, concentrated mostly in Latin America and the Caribbean, and Sub-Saharan Africa.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
October 16, 2024 01:31 UTC
Why you should rethink your social media habits
What's New Why you should rethink your social media habits By Musa Adekunle Social media is everywhere—Instagram, TikTok, Facebook—you name it. Here’s why it’s important to rethink your social media habits:1. Studies show that excessive social media use is linked to feelings of anxiety, loneliness, and even depression. Social media is fun, but too much of it can make you lose track of more meaningful tasks. Rethinking your social media habits can improve your mental well-being, increase productivity, and give you more time to enjoy the real world.
Source:The Guardian
October 16, 2024 01:16 UTC
Court freezes 818 bank accounts over N10bn cyberattack on PSB
The Federal High Court in Abuja has ordered an additional 30-day freezing of 818 bank accounts being investigated for allegedly receiving “proceeds of crime” resulting from a N10bn cyberattack on the Hope Payment Service Bank platform. The order, which was requested by the Inspector General of Police, was granted byJustice James Omotosho on Monday, relying on a motion ex parte filed by the police, which was confirmed by our correspondent. Idris stated that police investigation showed that the PSB lost N10bn to the cyberattack. “That investigation revealed that the said funds were laundered into the following accounts of the 1st to 818th defendants/respondents. In July, it was reported that Hope PSB had thwarted a cyberattack on its banking platform and recovered billions of naira in the intended attack.
Source:Punch
October 15, 2024 23:32 UTC
FG launches reputation management group to boost global image
In a bid to enhance its reputation, the Federal Government has unveiled the Nigeria Reputation Management Group (NMRG) initiative, aimed at providing policy direction and quality advisory to governments and leaderships at various levels on matters of building and sustaining reputation as a value-capital in line with global trends. “Our national reputation is not just about how others see us, but how we see ourselves. As Minister Idris acknowledged in the documentary we watched, the reputation and image of Nigeria needs conscious, deliberate attention. We have the biggest body of knowledge in Africa, NIPR is well positioned and ready to deal.”“The point needs also be made, that, like a living thing, reputation is birthed; reputation needs air to survive; reputation is nurtured with the right character. The Nigeria Reputation Management Group marks a significant step towards enhancing Nigeria’s global reputation and promoting a positive national image.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
October 15, 2024 20:36 UTC
Olubadan cautions newly installed clan, community heads against abuse of offices
The Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Owolabi Olakulehin has cautioned the newly installed clan and community heads otherwise known as Mogajis and Baales in Ibadanland against abuse of offices. The event was attended by Oba Tajudeen Abimbola Ajibola, Balogun of Ibadanland, Oba Eddy Oyewole-Foko, Osi Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Olubunmi Dada-Isioye, Osi Balogun of Ibadanland, Oba Abiodun Kola-Daisi, Ashipa Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Dauda Abiodun Azeez, Ashipa Balogun of Ibadanland, High Chief Akeem Mobolaji Adewoyin, Ekerin Balogun of Ibadanland and High Chief (Senator) Sharafadeen Abiodun Alli, Ekaarun Balogun of Ibadanland. The committee was inaugurated by the Olubadan through the Ashipa Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Abiodun Kola-Daisi. Others are; Mogaji Akeem Adewale Bankole, Mogaji Folahan Olabode, Mogaji Abiodun Oladipo and Alh. Ramoni Alabi, Personal Assistant to the Olubadan of Ibadanland as the Secretary.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
October 15, 2024 19:07 UTC
Recurring grid collapse, testament to leadership failure — Peter Obi
Peter Obi, the 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, has once again condemned the collapse of Nigeria’s national power grid, describing it as a clear indication of leadership failure and poor policy implementation. His remarks followed the latest grid failure, which left significant parts of the country without electricity. He said, “For the umpteenth time, the national grid has collapsed, plunging a huge part of the nation into darkness and exposing the fragility of Nigeria’s power infrastructure. “Today, we are the fourth largest economy in Africa, having fallen from the number one position due to leadership failure over the years, including the persistent power crisis. “The disparity in power generation is a reflection of the deep-rooted governance deficit that continues to hold back our growth and potential,” he added.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
October 15, 2024 15:23 UTC
10 things that can make CNG vehicles’ cylinders explode
In this article, Tribune Online takes a look at 10 things that can make CNG-converted vehicles explode. Poor connections between the cylinder, valves, and pipes can create dangerous situations, significantly increasing the risk of an explosion. If the CNG cylinder is damaged in an accident, it can cause gas leaks or even rupture. If the engine overheats or the CNG cylinder is exposed to a heat source, such as fire, it can expand and potentially explode. Cylinder CorrosionAlthough CNG cylinders are designed to withstand high pressure, they can rust if exposed to moisture or harsh conditions.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
October 15, 2024 11:55 UTC
250% Hike in electricity tariff killing manufacturing, members deserve government’s support —MAN
THE Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN) has said the 250% increase in electricity tariffs, its members in Band A are being made to pay, has begun to take its toll on the sector, and therefore become a source of concern for such members. But hiking electricity tariff by 250 percent for manufacturers is not just done. But you can imagine what would happen if this number of businesses shut down. He explained that the choice of the theme: “The Imperatives of an Intentional Development of the Nigerian Manufacturing Sector”, typifies the association’s resolve to birth a thriving manufacturing sector. “The theme was couched with a deep reflection on the growth trajectory of the manufacturing sector in Nigeria.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
October 15, 2024 06:16 UTC