Apple introduces new iPad Air and iPad mini

Apple has officially updated its smallest tab-iPad Mini and the larger iPad Air. Both models have been brought up to parity with the iPhone XS and the iPad Pro with Apple’s A12 Bionic processor, which is up to three times faster than that in previous versions, which have chips dating back to 2014.

Ecobank storms Mushin with EcobankPay Zone

Ecobank Nigeria in its avowed commitment to deepen financial inclusion has launched an Ecobankpay zone at the Amu market, Mushin Lagos.

10 Key Drivers That Are Forcing Changes on Business Processes, People and Services

A new initiative by the global accountancy body, the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) has highlighted 10 key drivers that are already changing business processes, people and services. The report also addresses how the finance function within those businesses will need to prepare and adapt to meet transformative challenges.

NiRA Announces Entry for 2019 .ng Awards

Entry are now open for the 2019 .ng Awards organized by the Nigeria Internet Registration Association (NiRA). Nominations for the Awards commenced yesterday, Tuesday, 19th March, 2019 and will close at midnight on Monday 22nd April, 2019.

Lagos to host Jack Ma's Africa Netpreneur Prize Initiative

West Africa's business hub, Lagos State will be hosting the official launch of Jack Ma’s Africa Netpreneur Prize Initiative organized by the Network of Incubators and Innovators in Nigeria (NINE). The event will take place on March 27, 2019.

P&G to Deliver 25 Billion Liters of Clean Drinking Water to Families by 2025

Procter & Gamble (P&G), makers of iconic brands such as Always and Ariel, is celebrating the achievement of its 2020 goal of delivering 15 billion liters of clean drinking water through its non-profit Children’s Safe Drinking Water (CSDW) Program. The Company is now accelerating its efforts to help provide clean drinking water to more people by delivering 25 billion liters – more than 100 billion glasses of water – worldwide.

OVH Energy, FRSC Facilitate Drivers’ Training, Promote Road Safety

OVH Energy Marketing Limited, Nigeria’s leading oil and gas downstream Company and licensee of the Oando retail brand, has announced the commencement of a drivers’ training refresher program for 2019 themed Safe Driving – Imperatives for Road Safety and Operational Excellence, aimed at improving drivers’ behaviours and promoting professionalism amongst the participants.

Stanbic IBTC announces fresh facility for Eland Oil & Gas

In line with its resolve to enhance business growth and expansion, Stanbic IBTC, working with its mother brand Standard Bank Group of South Africa, have partnered with Eland Oil & Gas, an oil and gas production and development company operating in West Africa with an initial focus on Nigeria, to announce a new accordion facility and increased borrowing base of $50 million (about N18 billion).

Consumers React to new Budweiser ad, Condemn Imitation of Diesel Campaign

Budweiser, a beer brand from International Breweries, made a strategic entry into the Nigerian market in 2018 arresting consumers’ attention with the launch of its global campaign “Light Up the FIFA World Cup" as the official beer of tournament hosted by Russia. The global brand followed-up the heavy marketing campaign with other experiential activations such as the Bud X gig and quickly became a household name; disrupting the two-horse race between Heineken and Guinness.

Hogan Lovells raises the bar for Corporate Social Responsibility

Global law firm, Hogan Lovells is pleased to announce the completion of the second year of its shared value partnership with leading social enterprise Barefoot College.

Money Market Rate to Trade Low this Week

Money market rates are expected to trade slightly lower following system liquidity boost, dealers have said.

Using advanced AI to stay ahead of cybercriminals - Tech Expert

As the threat landscape continues to evolve rapidly, it now includes increasingly sophisticated, zero-day malware that traditional security approaches can no longer keep pace with. As a result, security researchers estimate that the cost of cybercrime will outpace security spend by over 16X, reaching $2.1 trillion by the end of 2019.

Doros Hadjizenonos, Regional Director – SADC at Fortinet

Staying ahead of today’s accelerated cybercrime trends requires adding artificial intelligence (AI) to an organisation’s network security strategy.

Heritage Bank tasks HB LAB start-ups on Nigeria becoming Africa ICT destination hub

Heritage Bank Plc, Nigeria’s most innovative banking service provider charged applicants of HB Lab start-ups to support Nigeria’s aspiration and roadmap to become a leading Information Communication Technology (ICT) Hub in Africa.