Technology General

Google Introduces Gemini Voice Features For Gmail, Docs, Keep

By Paul Chimodo Google has launched new Gemini-powered voice features for Gmail, Google Docs and Google Keep, allowing users to interact with the applications through natural conversations. The new tools, known as Gmail Live, Docs Live and Keep Live, are designed to help users find information, create documents and organise notes without having to type.

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HP, UpSkill Universe Launch AI Training Programme for 55,000 SMEs

By Paul Chimodo HP and UpSkill Universe have launched a new AI skills training programme targeting 55,000 small businesses across Nigeria and South Africa. The initiative, known as AI Skills for Business, is designed to help entrepreneurs move from basic awareness of artificial intelligence to practical application of AI tools that can improve business performance.

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Technology Politics

TikTok Rolls Out Voice Comments

By Paul Chimodo TikTok is rolling out a new voice-comment feature that allows users to respond to videos with their voices instead of typing. The feature enables users to record audio directly in the comment section by tapping and holding the microphone icon, where available. TikTok also generates a text transcription of the recorded voice

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Uber Shuts Down Nigerian Operations After 12 Years

By Paul Chimodo Ride-hailing company Uber has ended its operations in Nigeria after 12 years in the country. Uber began operations in Nigeria in 2014, starting in Lagos before expanding to other major cities and becoming one of the leading players in the country’s ride-hailing industry. The company’s exit took effect on September 2, 2026,

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Technology Politics

NITDA DG Calls for AI, Data and Cloud Independence

By Paul Chimodo The Director-General of the National Information Technology Development Agency, NITDA, Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi, has called for greater digital independence in Africa, warning against continued reliance on foreign infrastructure for artificial intelligence, data storage and cloud computing. Inuwa made the call at GITEX Nigeria, where he stressed the need for Nigeria and other

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Telecoms Contribute N5.2 Trillion to Nigeria’s GDP in Q2 2026

By Paul Chimodo Nigeria’s telecommunications sector contributed about 5.2 trillion naira to the country’s real Gross Domestic Product, GDP, in the second quarter of 2026, recording its strongest contribution in two years. The figure highlights the growing importance of telecommunications to Nigeria’s digital economy and broader economic activity. The sector’s contribution represents about 15 per

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FEC Approves Acquisition of Two New Communication Satellites

By Paul Chimodo The Federal Executive Council, FEC, has approved the acquisition and deployment of two new high-throughput communication satellites, NIGCOMSAT-2A and NIGCOMSAT-2B, to expand broadband coverage across Nigeria. The satellites, to be deployed by Nigeria Communications Satellite Limited, NIGCOMSAT, are expected to extend connectivity to underserved, unserved and hard-to-reach communities. NIGCOMSAT said in a

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Nigeria Unveils Digital Cloud Policy to Attract Data Centre Investment

By Paul Chimodo The Federal Government has announced plans to introduce a National Digital Cloud Policy as part of efforts to attract investment into Nigeria’s data-centre and cloud-computing sector. The policy is expected to provide a clearer regulatory framework for cloud service providers and create an environment that encourages both local and international investors to

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Kano to Deploy 13,200 Computers Across CBT Centres

The Kano State Government is set to deploy 13,200 computers across Computer-Based Test, CBT, centres as part of efforts to strengthen digital infrastructure and improve the conduct of computer-based examinations in the state. The initiative is expected to increase the capacity of CBT centres and provide students and other examination candidates with better access to

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OpenAI launches ChatGPT experience for teenagers with stronger safety controls

By Paul Chimodo OpenAI has launched a dedicated ChatGPT experience for teenagers, introducing stronger safety protections and features designed to make the artificial intelligence tool more appropriate for users under 18. The teen-focused version includes additional restrictions on sensitive content, measures to limit emotionally dependent interactions and parental controls. OpenAI is also introducing alerts for

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