Digital deception: How AI is creating a new crime wave in Nigeria
By Juliet Umeh Days when pictures and videos were considered unquestionable proof are over. Artificial Intelligence, AI, has shattered that long-held belief. While the technology is revolutionising businesses, public services and everyday life, it is also creating a dangerous new wave of digital deception. Deepfake videos, cloned voices, manipulated images and AI-generated misinformation are becoming […]
World Cup 2026: Colombia 1–0 Ghana — When one goal exposed thin line between competing, advancing
By Paul Lucky Okoku Ghana did not lose because they lacked courage. They lost because knockout football rewards precision more than bravery. There are matches where the scoreline tells you what happened. Then there are matches where the scoreline hides the deeper lesson. Colombia 1, Ghana 0 belongs to the second category. On paper, it […]
ProvidusUnity Bank, gener8tor partner to boost funding access for Nigerian startups
ProvidusUnity Bank, in partnership with US-based global venture firm and accelerator, gener8tor, has announced the launch of Nigeria Lightning Rounds, an initiative designed to expand funding opportunities for Nigerian startups and small businesses by connecting founders with local and international investors. Supported by ProvidusUnity Bank, the programme aims to bridge the startup funding gap by […]
NDDC’s Kunemofa Asu confirmed vice chairperson for Peace Icons Award
The Director of Finance and Accounts at the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), Dr. Kunemofa Asu, has been appointed as the Vice Chairperson of the prestigious 100 Most Notable Africans Peace Icons Award. Her appointment as the organisation’s Vice Chairperson (Africa) was formally announced during the 100 Most Notable Africans Leadership and Business Summit held […]
Theparkpay secures Canada PSP licence, expands real-time cross-border payment services
By Ayo Onikoyi LAGOS — Theparkpay Technologies Limited has secured a Payment Service Provider (PSP) Licence in Canada from the Bank of Canada under the Retail Payment Activities Act (RPAA), a development the fintech firm says will strengthen its cross-border payment capabilities and enable real-time payment settlements for merchants worldwide. The company said the new […]
Foundation decorates five winners of essay competition
The Francis and Fidelia Ibhawoh Foundation successfully concluded its 2026 Annual Essay Competition with a vibrant awards ceremony held over the weekend in Benin City, honouring five exceptional undergraduate students for their outstanding contributions. The winners comprise: Deborah Nekpenekpen (200 Level, Igbinedion University, Okada), Jennifer Egbuliese (500 Level, Law, University of Benin), Esobhawan David (400 […]
