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By Adedapo Adesanya Irish author Paul Lynch won the 2023 Booker Prize for fiction for his novel Prophet Song, a dystopian work about an Ireland that descends into tyranny. The 46-year-old beat five other shortlisted novelists to the prestigious award at a ceremony in London. He becomes the fifth Irish writer to win the high-profile literary prize, which has propelled to fame countless household names, including past winners Salman Rushdie, Margaret Atwood and Hilary Mantel. “This was not an easy book to write,” Mr Lynch said after collecting his award, which comes with £50,000 (around $63,000) and a huge boost

By Bliss Okperan and Precious Olisa Students of Tai Solarin University of Education (TASUED) in Ijebu Ode, Ogun State, have staged a peaceful protest against the hike in tuition fees by the management. The aggrieved students gathered at the school’s premises to express their dissatisfaction over the development, calling on the authorities to reverse the action. As reflected on the institution’s portal, new students are expected to pay N230,000 for the 2023/2024 session compared with the previous fee of N76,500, representing about 200 per cent, while the returning students are to pay N180,000, about 135 per cent higher than the

By Bliss Okperan A lawmaker representing Kaura-Namoda/Birnin Magaji Federal Constituency in the National Assembly, Mr Aminu Sani Jaji, has raised alarm over the safety of children in schools in some parts of Northern Nigeria. The part of the country has witnessed kidnappings by terrorists and bandits, including in schools, leading to a low appetite for education over safety issues. While addressing newsmen in Abuja, he said, “These concerns intensify as incidents like the kidnapping of Federal University Gusau students follow purported dialogues, prompting public figures to call for a holistic approach to address the insecurity crisis decisively.” “Addressing the issue

By Adedapo Adesanya The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has moved to drive the adoption of the .ng domain names in the country with the setting up of a 14-man enforcement committee to ensure Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) comply with the Nigerian Second-Level Domain name policy. Mrs Hadiza Umar, the Head, Corporate Affairs and External Relations, NITDA said in a statement issued on Thursday in Abuja that, “The Federal Executive Council (FEC) approved the National Second Level Domain Policy on February 16, making it mandatory for use of government-owned websites and official email correspondence by all government personnel.

By Modupe Gbadeyanka On Tuesday, September 22, 2020, some highly experienced subject matter experts and thought leaders in relevant industries will gather to discuss ways to boost regional trade. The platform for this discussion is being provided by Ecobank Nigeria, a member of the pan African banking group, Ecobank. The event, which will take place virtually, will provide an opportunity for exporters and importers within Africa to engage, creating a marketplace experience. The first regional trade conference of the financial institution is themed Facilitating Regional Trade in the emerging AFCFTA era. A statement from the lender said the conference will

By Olumide Balogun In the bustling markets of Lagos, a remarkable transformation is underway. A local logistics company, once struggling with efficiency, has now streamlined its entire operation using AI-driven solutions. This is a glimpse into the broader canvas of Africa where Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly becoming a cornerstone for business innovation. Across the continent, from the tech hubs of Nairobi to the vibrant streets of Accra, AI is no longer a distant concept but a present-day tool reshaping the way businesses operate and grow. Enterprises of all sizes are tapping into AI to enhance their processes, improve customer

By Modupe Gbadeyanka In an effort to reduce insider fraud in the Nigerian banking system, the House of Representatives is proposing a 20-year jail term for fraudulent bank employees. This is contained in a Bill for an Act to Amend the Bank Employees etc. (Declaration of Assets) Act, Cap. BI, Laws of the Federation of Nigeria, 2004; and for Related Matters, which passed second reading on Wednesday. In the current act, bank workers involved in fraudulent activities risk but the lower chamber of the National Assembly wants this raised to 20 years. According to Mr Francis Ejiroghene Waive, sponsor of

By Kenneth Horsfall In the world of digital marketing, staying ahead of the curve is essential, especially when it comes to reaching the ever-elusive Gen Z audience. These tech-savvy individuals, born between the mid-1990s and the early 2010s, have distinct preferences and habits when it comes to consuming content. TikTok, the short-form video platform that has taken the world by storm, has emerged as a powerful advertising medium, particularly when targeting Gen Z. With TikTok’s meteoric rise in popularity and Facebook’s continued dominance, businesses must make informed choices about where to invest their advertising dollars. This article will explore five

By Dipo Olowookere The Africa Finance & Investment Forum (AFIF) 2017 will partner with the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) for the first time on the occasion of the 11th edition of the Forum, taking place in Nairobi. Japanese experts will participate in the AFIF 2-day training, which aims to provide new tools to entrepreneurs to present a business plan to potential investors and access to finance. JICA will present a concept aimed at applying best practices of Japanese management excellence – the Kaizen method – in some pilot companies in Kenya. “Kaizen” is the Japanese word for “improvement” and

By Dipo Olowookere One lender in the forefront of digital revolution in Africa, Nigeria in particular is Guaranty Trust Bank (GTBank) Plc. The pan-African financial institution has launched a mobile banking app that is designed to cater to all that’s important to customers easily and seamlessly called GTWorld. With the rapid growth of smartphone penetration in Nigeria, there has been a steady increase in the adoption of mobile banking solutions. Smartphone users are however very conscious about the security and efficiency and convenience of such applications; and on those three fronts, the GTWorld app excels remarkably. The mobile banking App

By Adedapo Adesanya  Brent crude fell on Thursday to $32 per barrel as the coronavirus spread recorded crucial cases, leading to more travel restrictions with the latest being the United States imposing a 30-day ban on foreigners arriving from Europe. The market fell to the lowest, performing in one of the weakest times in history, adding more pressure on economies already faced by weakened demand, including Nigeria. The US West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude futures was down yesterday by 2.13 percent or 67 cents to $30.75 per barrel. The United States President, Mr Donald Trump, said on Thursday morning he