Yahoo! Unveils New Logo
5th September 2013
Yahoo! has unveiled a new logo. This replaces its known logo of 18 years. It was launched a few hours ago, looking similar to the previous but “staying true to its roots (whimsical, purple, with an exclamation point) yet embracing the evolution of its products,” says the Chief Marketing Officer of the organization, Kathy Savitt. … Continue reading Yahoo! Unveils New Logo
Samsung Introduces New Smart Watch, the Galaxy Gear
Samsung has introduced a new smart watch, the Galaxy Gear. The device comes in the popular Android operating system, and can sync with Android devices. It can be used to make telephone calls, for instant messaging, taking of photographs and stay as a companion while a user’s smart phone is in a purse, in one’s … Continue reading Samsung Introduces New Smart Watch, the Galaxy Gear
Google and Nestlé announce Android KitKat
Google has announced the name of its latest version of Android mobile operating system, ‘KitKat’, named after Nestlé’s popular chocolate and wafer confectionery. Google entered into a partnership with world’s biggest food and beverage company, Nestle, to have the name. Android was developed by Google engineers under sweet-themed names since the release of Android Cupcake … Continue reading Google and Nestlé announce Android KitKat
Google Keep For Android, Takes Aim at OneNote and Evernote
21st March 2013
Google has something new — Keep. Keep is an application to save notes, pictures, media files and documents, for users. This — similar to Evernote & Onenote — would be an assistant to save important documents, on the go or while a PC is in use. It can also help with reminders and record keeping. … Continue reading Google Keep For Android, Takes Aim at OneNote and Evernote
Twitter Is Seven, Has 200 Million Users
Twitter is seven years old. The popular micro-blogging website that changed the way the world communicates, now has 200 million users, tweeting 400 million times — everyday. Twitter is celebrating their contributions to events and memories they have created, with a special video. Twitter is a social network that permits 140 characters per post, with … Continue reading Twitter Is Seven, Has 200 Million Users
Google Glasses: A Computer, to Your Eyes, For Your Vision [VIDEO]
21st February 2013
Google is having a wearable computer device — its glasses — designed for similar features to most of what smart devices can do — today. It is set to go on sale soon, and will be sold for $1500. The Google internet-connected eye wear device, comes as rumours are mounting that Apple is making its … Continue reading Google Glasses: A Computer, to Your Eyes, For Your Vision [VIDEO]
Yahoo.com is Optimized for Devices, Aimed at More Users, in Fresh Redesign
20th February 2013
Yahoo.com is redesigned, optimized for devices, with aim for more users, in a fresh move announced by Yahoo — in a blog post, today. The new design, according to the CEO, Marissa Mayer, is “to be more intuitive and personal, the new Yahoo! experience is all about your interests and preferences. Since streams of information have become … Continue reading Yahoo.com is Optimized for Devices, Aimed at More Users, in Fresh Redesign
Dimension Data’s Managed Cloud Platform, Launched in Nigeria
Dimension Data, a global IT firm with operation in Nigeria, around Africa and other parts of the world, has launched its cloud service, Managed Cloud Platform (MCP) in Nigeria. The service will help aid faster adoption of cloud computing by clients and cut cost related to infrastructure, by using cloud computing services. Explaining the new … Continue reading Dimension Data’s Managed Cloud Platform, Launched in Nigeria
Telecommunication Services Firm, A3&O, Targets Africa-wide Expansion
19th February 2013
Telecommunications services firm, A3&O, with operations in Nigeria, the Middle East, a few African countries and the UK, is planning to expand across Africa, to provide its products and services to more organizations, governments and individuals – this year & beyond. This comes as the organization celebrates ten years, and looks to the future, in … Continue reading Telecommunication Services Firm, A3&O, Targets Africa-wide Expansion
With Outlook.com, Microsoft Revamps its Email Service, Shuts Hotmail
Microsoft’s Outlook, an application for emails, common on Windows Operating System, used in offices, homes and by businesses, leapt recently to Outlook.com, a web-based email service. The service, which came out as a preview six months ago, added 60 million users, and Microsoft has now revealed that all users of Hotmail, can upgrade – seamlessly – … Continue reading With Outlook.com, Microsoft Revamps its Email Service, Shuts Hotmail
South Africa’s Rand Merchant Bank Opens in Nigeria, has $100 million in Hand
8th February 2013
South Africa’s Rand Merchant Bank (RMB) that obtained government licence for Investment Banking operations in Nigeria, late last year, has opened a full operating office in Lagos. RMB, the investment banking arm of South Africa’s First Rand Bank, has had a representative office in Nigeria, since January 2010, but the licence makes them operational as one of … Continue reading South Africa’s Rand Merchant Bank Opens in Nigeria, has $100 million in Hand
Yandex is Number Four, Surpasses Bing, on Global Search Engine Ranking, for late-2012
Yandex is the fourth biggest search engine in the world, according to a qSearch report, from world’s web monitoring firm – comScore. The report submits search reports for November and December of 2012, globally, with Google on top, at 65.2% of the market share from 114.7 billion search queries. China’s Baidu followed with 8.2% share … Continue reading Yandex is Number Four, Surpasses Bing, on Global Search Engine Ranking, for late-2012
In a Rare Walk Back, DELL Goes Private, from Being a Publicly Traded Company
5th February 2013
DELL, the third largest computer manufacturer – worldwide, is going private, in a leveraged buyout of $24.4 billion. Shares would be bought back from the shareholders, and the founder, Michael Dell, is leading a group that is championing the buyout. Microsoft contributed $2 billion to the amount, and the executive management of the organization, believes … Continue reading In a Rare Walk Back, DELL Goes Private, from Being a Publicly Traded Company
Huawei and Microsoft to Launch Cheap Windows 8 Smartphone in Nigeria for $150
Chinese Telecoms giant, Huawei, with operations in Nigeria and around the world, has partnered with Microsoft, to make available a 4Afrika phone, at $150 (N23,000). This will launch first, in major cities of seven African countries, including Lagos, before Huawei introduces it, to cities in other countries. The phone is targeted for students, developers and … Continue reading Huawei and Microsoft to Launch Cheap Windows 8 Smartphone in Nigeria for $150
Nigerian Energy Sector Aglow, as General Electric Invests $1 Billion
1st February 2013
The Nigerian energy sector is aglow, after its potentials prompted General Electric to announce an investment of $1 billion – into it. The deal was signed — yesterday — in Abuja, when its Chairman, Jeff Immelt, visited. The Minister for Trade and Investment, Olusegun Aganga, was at the signing ceremony, unveiling a GDP-inducing deal to … Continue reading Nigerian Energy Sector Aglow, as General Electric Invests $1 Billion
In Agrarian Ijora, Lagos to Build 1008 Housing Units
30th January 2013
The Lagos State Government has revealed plans to build 1008 housing units in Ijora – an agrarian community in Lagos, populated by low income earners and certain middle class folks. The plan, made known by the Governor, Babatunde Fashola, will be another option for residents around the Ijora community and elsewhere. Fashola explained that, “People … Continue reading In Agrarian Ijora, Lagos to Build 1008 Housing Units
Nigeria: For 2012, $32 billion was Government Income, from Taxes
29th January 2013
The Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) has reported N5.007 trillion ($32 billion) as the Nigerian government revenue from taxes, in 2012. The figure grew by N379.4 billion ($2.4 billion) from the revenue received in 2011. The government reformed the tax code in 2012, closing certain loopholes and worked better with states revenue service. Foreign Direct … Continue reading Nigeria: For 2012, $32 billion was Government Income, from Taxes
World Economic Forum of 2013: Nigeria, others heedful of the Global Economy
27th January 2013
The World Economic Forum (WEF) – annually held at Davos, Switzerland – held over the past few days and was concluded yesterday, as world leaders, business leaders, government officials and pundits – gathered, to look into the world economy, its position, risks and possibilities in the near term. The forum comes as the global financial crisis … Continue reading World Economic Forum of 2013: Nigeria, others heedful of the Global Economy
SMS between Networks will cost Four Naira, from February, NCC Says
25th January 2013
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has mandated telecommunication network operators in Nigeria, to charge four naira (N4) for Short Message Service (SMS), sent between them — from February 5. It is more than 50% reduction, from the usual, ten naira or nine naira, currently charged. NCC in a statement on this move submitted that, “In … Continue reading SMS between Networks will cost Four Naira, from February, NCC Says
Google Transparency Report for 2012: Nigeria, Africa Missing
24th January 2013
Google has released its transparency report for the second half of 2012, reporting requests it regularly receives from governments and courts around the world to hand over user data – for certain purposes. Google releases the report twice yearly, over a period of six months, to show to the public, how much authorities are requesting … Continue reading Google Transparency Report for 2012: Nigeria, Africa Missing
Heavy Rainfall in Southern Nigeria, Early, in 2013
23rd January 2013
Lagos and Ogun States, had their first rainfall this year, on Sunday, January 20, and afterwards. Then Calabar and several other cities in Southern Nigeria, experienced heavy rainfall too, introducing the year, with surprise of changing climate, after a precarious 2012 for environmental issues in Nigeria. The rain poured heavily, shoving pedestrians into shelters and … Continue reading Heavy Rainfall in Southern Nigeria, Early, in 2013
Nigeria to Export 2.2 million metric tonnes of Cassava Chips to China
22nd January 2013
Nigeria has secured a deal to supply to China, 2.2 million metric tonnes of Cassava Chips. The deal, worth, $272 million, adds to the growing earnings of the Ministry of Agriculture, and more opportunities within the sector, that farmers, investors and state governments can benefit from. The Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development, Akinwunmi Adesina, … Continue reading Nigeria to Export 2.2 million metric tonnes of Cassava Chips to China
Heritage Bank, formerly Societe-General, Restarts Regional Operations in Nigeria
21st January 2013
By January 29, Heritage Bank, formerly Societe-Generale, will commence operations as a regional bank, in Nigeria. This comes months after the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) restored the banking licence of Societe Generale Bank of Nigeria (SGBN), but will now do business as Heritage Banking Company Limited. Operations will commence with accounts validation of former … Continue reading Heritage Bank, formerly Societe-General, Restarts Regional Operations in Nigeria
New Facebook’s Graph Search
16th January 2013
If Facebook didn’t do it then, it will remain a wonder that with trillions of data and information, users can’t make specific queries for people, photos, places, and interests; but Facebook has, and there is an advanced search feature on the network. Facebook yesterday, at one of its seasonal mega press events, unveiled its Graph … Continue reading New Facebook’s Graph Search
New Seaport in Lekki: Lagos Signs Agreement with the Federal Government
15th January 2013
The Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) representing the Federal Government has signed an agreement with the Lagos State Government for construction of a deep seaport in Lekki – an upscale axis, on the Island part of Lagos. The project involves a private investor — Ports of Lekki — who witnessed and took part in signing the … Continue reading New Seaport in Lekki: Lagos Signs Agreement with the Federal Government
Sino-Arab Energy in partnership to build $7.5 billion refinery in Cross River
Agreements have been concluded between China-based Sino-Arab Energy and Nigeria’s Osabo Refining and Petrochemical Industry Limited, to build a refinery in Akpabuyo, in Cross River State. The refinery will cost $7.5 billion and will have production capacity for 107,000 barrel of crude oil per day. The refinery is expected to grow government’s objective to refine … Continue reading Sino-Arab Energy in partnership to build $7.5 billion refinery in Cross River
Nigeria’s Emerging Middle-Class
14th January 2013
It’s been a priority with the Nigerian government, for over a decade to attract Foreign Direct Investment (FDI), but FDI growth and success peaked in this present Administration with the introduction of a Ministry for Trade and Investment, and wowing investments in recent months. FDI and local investment have been growing, keeping the Nigerian economy … Continue reading Nigeria’s Emerging Middle-Class
Predilection for Smart Watches in the offing –- globally, in 2013
12th January 2013
In an era of smart technologies and competitive innovation to have powerful devices in smaller sizes, technology analysts and industry watchers have predicted predilection for smart watches starting off this year – globally. It is rumored that Apple is making iWatch, another device in its series of “i” technologies, which will give popularity to smart … Continue reading Predilection for Smart Watches in the offing –- globally, in 2013
Japan Builds 317 Classrooms for 33 Primary Schools in Kano State
The Japanese Government, through its Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) has handed to the government 317 classrooms that it built in 33 Primary schools, in 22 Local Government Areas of Kano State. The classrooms come with special facilities, to promote Science and Math Education in the State. The presentation ceremony was held in Abuja, attended … Continue reading Japan Builds 317 Classrooms for 33 Primary Schools in Kano State
‘Pay to Message’ Facebook tests new Feature that lets Individuals contact High-Profile People
Imagine being able to send a direct message to the Inbox of President Jonathan’s Facebook account? Or to the Inbox of the Facebook account of the CEO of an organization you feel you should work in? Well, Facebook could make that possible in a few months, because it is testing such feature right now, that … Continue reading ‘Pay to Message’ Facebook tests new Feature that lets Individuals contact High-Profile People