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Michael Jackson’s “Michael” biopic breaks records with $217M global debut. Here’s all you need to know about it
“Michael,” the Michael Jackson biopic, debuted to a record-breaking $97 million domestic and $217 million global opening weekend.…
“Our drivers get enough work to earn ₦1 million monthly”, Lagride refutes call to allow drivers use other apps
Lagos government-backed e-mobility platform, Lagride, has claimed there is more than enough work for drivers on its platform…
Dell launches anti-ransomware laptops for businesses in South Africa
Dell Technologies has begun offering commercial laptops with built-in ransomware protection in South Africa. This follows a partnership…
NRS debunks viral claims of new tax on vehicles
The Nigeria Revenue Service (NRS) has dismissed circulating claims that the Federal Government has introduced a new vehicle…
Google data shows AI learning in Nigeria surged 84% as users adopt new skills
New data from Google reveals a sharp shift in how Nigerians are using Search and AI tools, not…
Meta signs multibillion-dollar deal to use Amazon chips for AI
Meta has signed a multibillion-dollar, multiyear agreement with Amazon to rent Graviton processors for its AI operations, highlighting…
Disconnect Lagos, Ogun from national grid – Mark Essien on solving Nigeria’s power problems
To effectively solve Nigeria’s power problems, high-density states like Lagos and Ogun need to be disconnected from the…
CBN ends ATM maintenance charges, raises ATM card fee to ₦1,500 in new rules
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has increased the fee for issuing and replacing ATM cards by 50%,…
Meta to cut 8,000 jobs in May as AI reshapes global tech
Meta Platforms, the parent company of Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp, has announced a fresh round of job cuts.…
