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Introduction The United Nations has issued a stark warning: weapons pilfered from Libyan armories during the 2011 civil war are now circulating among terrorist outfits in Nigeria's north‑east. For millions of Nigerians, the arrival of modern, high‑calibre fir...
Introduction A breakthrough study published in Science Advances has confirmed that homing pigeons rely on clusters of super‑paramagnetic iron‑oxide nanoparticles housed in liver macrophages to orient themselves when visual cues are unavailable. The discovery,...
Ethiopia's AI debate offers a practical lens on how African nations can adopt emerging technology while safeguarding local languages and cultural heritage.
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Gemini North's high‑resolution view of the Crystal Ball Nebula not only advances astrophysics but also showcases adaptive‑optics technology that underpins medical imaging, remote sensing and emerging Nigerian tech sectors.
Introduction On 22 May 2026 the Nigerian Exchange (NGX) recorded a 1.02 per cent decline in its All‑Share Index, an event that erased an estimated N1.62 trillion from market capitalisation. For traders the headline is stark, but the ripple effects touch pensi...
The Presidency's denial of rumours about a national name change and the abolition of Sharia law reveals the speed at which falsehoods can ignite Nigeria's most sensitive fault lines, from religion to federal identity.
Traditional rulers in Oyo State are demanding a federal military base after a school abduction, signalling rising insecurity across the Ogbomosoland zone and the wider South‑West region.
A wave of 87 kidnappings in Nigeria's South‑West has turned school safety into a national emergency, prompting parents, educators and officials to question whether classrooms can still be trusted.
Microsoft's legal‑focused Copilot push shows how AI is moving from generic productivity tools to trusted, industry‑specific assistants, a development with direct relevance for Nigerian law firms and other regulated sectors.
As temperatures rise and daily schedules stretch, mild dehydration slips unnoticed, undermining concentration, energy and overall wellbeing. This authoritative guide explains the science, highlights at‑risk groups and offers actionable steps for Nigerians and...
JAMB's summons of 94 candidates for alleged registration fraud threatens the credibility of Nigeria's university admissions. The full story, expert analysis and practical advice for students and parents are examined here.