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Around 94% of agile companies use Scrum as part of their workflow and more than ever, businesses are seeing the advantages it can bring in terms of collaboration and co-operation. Agile project management is essential to keep team members engaged and responsive in whatever they do. How does a Scrum workflow fit into all…

Dr. Bosun Tijani, the Minister of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy, has officially responded to reports concerning the alleged purchase of his National Identification Number (NIN) slip for N100 on a now-defunct website. Paradigm Initiative, a civil society organization, raised alarm that some unauthorised websites were claiming to hold and…

Kenya President William Ruto announced on Wednesday that he will halt the proposed tax hikes following significant public opposition. The decision comes after widespread protests against the plan to raise $2.3 billion in new levies resulted in the deaths of at least 23 individuals. The decision will be seen as…

As technology continues to develop at a rapid pace, the need for regular device updates has become increasingly vital, including Chromebooks. These versatile devices, widely adopted in both educational and business settings, require systematic refresh cycles to ensure they remain effective, secure, and up-to-date. The concept of a Chromebook refresh…

Kenyan President William Ruto has deployed military forces to quell nationwide anti-government protests that have resulted in at least five deaths and numerous injuries. The protests erupted in response to a new tax plan introduced by Ruto’s administration, aiming to raise an additional 302 billion shillings ($2.3 billion) in the…

The Nigeria Sovereign Investment Authority (NSIA) has revealed the 26 start-ups selected to participate in the Accelerator Stage (physical bootcamp) of the NSIA Prize for Innovation (NPI 2.0). This announcement follows a comprehensive evaluation and due diligence process on over 7,000 early-stage businesses, from which 100 start-ups were initially chosen.…

Julian Assange, the founder of WikiLeaks, has been released from a British prison and is set to plead guilty on Wednesday to violating US espionage law in a deal that will allow him to return to Australia after a lengthy legal battle. The agreement ends a 14-year ordeal for Assange,…

The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) has issued a statement warning Nigerians of five websites purportedly involved in unauthorized data harvesting. The five websites are as follows: This press statement could be a fallout of an alarm raised by Paradigm Initiative stating that some unauthorised websites were claiming to hold…

Hello Parents! Are you looking to unlock your child’s potential and turn their dreams into reality? We are thrilled to invite your son or daughter to the Youth Entrepreneur and Leadership Program(YELA), taking place from August 5th to August 16th, 2024. This transformative program is designed for ambitious young individuals…

AltShool Africa co-founder and CEO, Adewale Yusuf, has announced the appointment of Charles Thornburg as the executive Chairman. Yusuf mentioned this on his X’s timeline yesterday. According to Yusuf, “I am excited to share that Charles Thornburgh has joined the @AltSchoolAfrica board as our Executive Chairman. Charles is a 5-time founder…

Nigerian neobank, Carbon, has shut down its debit card operations. Carbon Co-founder Ngozi Dozie made this known in a substack post yesterday. According to him, the fintech has already sent an email to all its debit card holders announcing that they would be discontinuing all card operations on the 19th…

In a historic development, Nigeria is set to make history by sending its first citizen to space . This remarkable achievement is made possible through a partnership between the Space Exploration and Research Agency (SERA) and the National Space Research and Development Agency (NASRDA). An official launch date has not…

Introduction Virtual cards are becoming increasingly popular among marketers and advertisers, particularly for paying for ads on platforms like Snapchat, Facebook, TikTok, and Google. This surge in popularity is largely due to the high level of transaction security these cards provide, safeguarding banking information from potential threats. They offer flexibility…

Adrian Wood, the former CEO of MTN Nigeria, has re-entered the Nigerian telecommunications industry as the new Chief Executive Officer of ntel. ntel is the telecom company that emerged from the unbundling of NITEL and is managed by NATCOMS. Wood, who began his role as the new CEO of ntel…

In today’s fast-paced world, maintaining a healthier lifestyle often takes a backseat to our ever-growing-to-do lists. For many busy individuals, juggling work, family, and personal commitments leaves little room for regular exercise and mindful eating. However, prioritizing fitness doesn’t have to mean squeezing in an intense gym session every day.…

Every year the number of car owners in Ukraine continues to grow. At the same time, the choice opportunities for car owners are also growing. A large number of offers on the market and flexible pricing policy allow choosing cars taking into account different preferences and opportunities. Some prefer to…

Apple is shutting down Apple Pay Later, its buy now, pay later service as it looks at working with third parties for instalment loans. Launched in the US last year, the current service allows consumers to split purchases into four payments over six weeks with zero interest and no fees.…

The U.S. Department of Justice has initiated legal action against Adobe, accusing the company of misleading consumers by concealing the early-termination fees and complicating the cancellation process of their subscriptions. According to the complaint lodged on Monday, the DOJ asserts that “Adobe has harmed consumers by enrolling them in its…

The Lagos State Science Research and Innovation Council (LASRIC) has received a grant of N1 billion as seed fund from the Lagos State government. The announcement was made by the Deputy Governor, Dr. Kadri Obafemi Hamzat on behalf of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu during the inauguration of the newly reconstituted LASRIC members…

WhatsApp has announced new updates that will make calls across your devices even bigger and better, including support for up to 32 participants across all devices on a video call. Prior to this update, WhatsApp allowed up to 32 participants on mobile devices, while users on Windows could include up…