Category: Technology
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REA Begins Training of 1,500 Young Nigerians on Renewable Energy Technologies
By Abdulkareem Haruna MAIDUGURI—The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to providing reliable electricity to rural communities, as the Rural Electrification Agency (REA) commences the training of 1,500 young Nigerians on renewable energy technologies. The initiative, part of the Energising Education Programme, aims to expand access to electricity, create jobs, and drive economic growth. The…
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Food Security Minister Hails Nigeria Govt’s Ambitious Program to Revitalize Neglected Critical Public Assets
By Abdulkareem Haruna Nigeria today embarked on a sweeping national initiative to breathe new life into its vast network of neglected and underperforming public infrastructure and equipment, with the official launch of the National Asset Restoration Programme in Maiduguri, Borno State. While holidaying and celebrating Eid in his ancestral hometown of Maiduguri, the Vice President…
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Nigerian Army Embraces Local Production, Boosting ‘Made-in-Nigeria’ Initiative
By Abdulkareem Haruna MAIDUGURI, Nigeria — The Nigerian Army is taking a significant step towards national self-reliance, with Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Lt. Gen. Olufemi Oluyede on Monday commending the local production of combat equipment by an indigenous company. This move aligns directly with the federal government’s new policy prioritizing “Made-in-Nigeria” products for public…
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Borno Tech Agency Breaks Communication Barrier, Promotes ICT Learning in Local Languages
By Abdulkareem Haruna MAIDUGURI, Nigeria — In a bid to bridge the digital divide caused by over a decade of Boko Haram insurgency, the Borno State Information and Communication Technology Development Agency (BICTDA) is pioneering the use of local dialects to teach computer literacy, officials said Monday. This linguistic innovation is central to the agency’s…
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Toyota’s new hydrogen engine may revolutionize clean energy
By Abdul Kareem Toyota, a global leader in automotive technology, is making waves with its innovative approach to achieving carbon neutrality, according to an article published by Eco News. Amidst the industry’s focus on battery electric vehicles (BEVs), Toyota is exploring multiple pathways to reduce carbon emissions, including hydrogen combustion technology. “Corolla Cross Hydrogen Concept:…
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The Surprising Story Behind the Apple Logo’s Bite
By Abu Faisal Ever seen Apple’s logo? Of course, you have—it’s everywhere! But have you ever noticed the bite taken out of the apple in the logo? Ever wondered why it’s there? Well, let’s take a quick trip back to 1977. Apple was just starting out and wanted to stand out in the tech world.…
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Students Need Diverse Education for the Future in the Age of AI ~ Khosla
By Abdulkareem Haruna Vinod Khosla, a super successful Silicon Valley investor who supports OpenAI, recently gave some awesome advice to college students at a tech conference. He talked about their worries about AI taking over jobs and making their education useless. Khosla, who started a big computer company and invests in cool new ideas, said…
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UNIMAID Lunar Scientist’s Groundbreaking Discovery Earns International Acclaim and Second Edition Publication on Amazon
Scientific Observation of Harmonic Drift in Lunar Dates Against Gregorian Calendar” is a guide to unlocking the secrets of lunar time synchronization. It offers a unique opportunity to reshape our understanding of time and calendars. Despite the lack of appreciation at home, Zubairu’s work is a beacon of clarity in the realm of lunar observation…
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