
Ekiti assembly confirms two ex-commissioners for re-appointment, approves 10 special advisers’ slots
The approval follows the earlier request by the Ekiti State Governor Biodun Oyebanji to reappoint three ex-commissioners and 10 special advisers.

The approval follows the earlier request by the Ekiti State Governor Biodun Oyebanji to reappoint three ex-commissioners and 10 special advisers.

Reps panel rejects ALTON’s representation, insists on telecom chiefs’ appearance. The lawmakers insisted that the operators must appear individually to explain recurring complaints about dropped calls, poor internet connectivity, failed airtime and data transactions, and inadequate network coverage.

“Any submission made after the deadlines stipulated in clause 2.7 above shall be treated as a non-submission,” the LPPC warned.

With AI tools widely available, raw intelligence is no longer a differentiator.

A micro-drama will use AI-assisted technology to edit old episodes of the Australian TV soap to focus on Margot Robbie's character.
Former President John Agyekum Kufuor has called on older generations to deliberately pass on their knowledge and experience to young people, saying mentorship can help prepare the next generation to take up leadership responsibilities more quickly and effectively. Speaking on Joy News’ PM Express on Wednesday, October 28, Mr Kufuor said his own journey to the highest office in the country had involved years of learning through different professional and public service roles.
Billions of dollars in commitments to buy AI chips by Firmus are in doubt as a result of the Australian data centre company's stalled attempt to go public, according to records filed with the financial regulator.
Former President John Agyekum Kufuor says he wants to leave a legacy that helps young people learn from his generation’s experiences and achieve more. That ambition aligns with the John A. Kufuor Foundation’s work.
Cabinet approves 115 acres of land for a sugar mill and 151.58 acres for other industries. Nod for underground road corridor in Patna.

The Legal Practitioners’ Privileges Committee has invited applications for the 2027 conferment of the rank of Senior Advocate of Nigeria, fixing a non-refundable processing fee of N5m for private legal practitioners and N2.5m for government-employed lawyers. The committee announced that its application portal would open to the public on November 1, 2026, at midnight, with

Minister of Works, David Umahi, says the projects will strengthen transportation networks, improve connectivity, and facilitate economic activities by constructing, reconstructing, and rehabilitating critical road corridors.

Software giant reports $36.6bn in profit, beating Wall Street expectations, as Azure cloud computing division grows 48% Microsoft gained billions of dollars in stock market value Wednesday afternoon after it reported better than expected revenue and profit, just days after it offered voluntary buyouts to some 60,000 employees. The office software giant’s growth was fueled by its Azure cloud computing division, which grew by 48% in the September quarter.

Former President John Agyekum Kufuor says today’s youth may not have time for the long apprenticeship that prepared him for leadership. Speaking on Joy News’ PM Express on Wednesday, he said rapid technological change demands a quicker transfer of experience between generations.

Former President John Agyekum Kufuor says his generation owes young people mentorship and should share lessons from its long journey through public life. The John A. Kufuor Foundation pursues that ambition through its Kufuor Scholars Program.

Former President John Agyekum Kufuor says today’s young people are better educated than his generation. The John A. Kufuor Foundation supports youth leadership development through its Kufuor Scholars Programme.

Brijmohan Shrivastav claimed that the previously raised queries about her appointment as the national president were still unresolved

The Rent Control Commission is preparing to deploy 2,000 personnel under a task force dubbed Yellow Yellow in the first quarter of 2027 to enforce Ghana’s rent laws, including restrictions on advance rent payments. Rent Commissioner Frederick Opoku announced the plan during an interview on JoyNews Prime, saying the Commission was moving from public education to strict enforcement after spending the past 10 months sensitising landlords and tenants about their legal obligations.
Multiple hotels have been caught up in a phishing scam, with guests receiving fake emails which include details from legitimate bookings.
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Day 1 highlights as tech leaders, founders gather in Lagos Courage & Conviction kicked off in Lagos on Wednesday, bringing together technology leaders, startup founders, investors, policymakers and innovators to discuss the future of Africa’s digital economy.

By Efosa Taiwo Chioma Agwuegbo, executive director of TechHerNG, has called on technology companies to prioritise users’ safety, privacy and rights, warning that the rapid development of digital tools without adequate safeguards could expose women, children and persons with disabilities to greater risks. Also speaking during the session, Modupe Adebimpe, head of operations and projects at ProsperityTech, highlighted the challenges of embedding safety measures into technology products, noting that doing so could be expensive.

From Nigeria’s first ATM gallery to the phone in your pocket, Zenith Bank continues its technology-led approach to making payments simpler and more secure.
Nigeria’s mobile-first entertainment culture has made digital services part of everyday life. When assessing a gambling service, it is important to check: Whether the operator is licensed for your location The terms that apply to the account and games The age requirement Available account-limit and session-management tools Where to find support if gambling stops feeling manageable For UK-facing operators, these details are shaped by the rules and oversight of the UK Gambling Commission, the body responsible for regulating commercial gambling in Great Britain.

AngloGold Ashanti’s Obuasi Mine and Endeavour Mining will jointly host the 2026 West Africa Mine Rescue and Emergency Response Competition (WAMRERC) from November 2 to 6 in Obuasi, Ghana, in an initiative aimed at strengthening mine safety and emergency preparedness across the region. The joint hosting by AngloGold Ashanti’s Obuasi Mine and Endeavour Mining also highlights the role of collaboration in strengthening safety standards and emergency response systems within the regional mining industry.

By Kingsley Omonobi The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has assured families of personnel killed in the October 5, 2026, crash involving its ATR 42-500 aircraft, NAF 931, at Igbokoda, Ondo State, that their salaries will continue to be paid until their death benefits are fully paid to their next of kin. Representing the Chief of the Air Staff, Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke, the Chief of Civil-Military Relations, Air Vice Marshal Edward Gabkwet, conveyed the service chief’s condolences and reaffirmed the NAF’s commitment to supporting the families.