It is a common belief that using social media platforms can adversely affect people’s mental health; but new research has shown that using these networking sites can reduce an adult’s risk of experiencing depression or anxiety. Facebook’s reputation has sunk in recent years for a variety of reasons; including its role in the 2016 elections and the recent data breach. In addition, studies have suggested that social media can cause psychological distress, loneliness, and depression. For example, research from 2019 suggested that quitting Facebook may improve overall well-being. However, a 2018 study on the use of social media by undergraduates…
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For companies and governments, the stakes couldn’t be higher. The first to develop and patent 6G will be the biggest winners in what some call the next industrial revolution. Though still at least a decade away from becoming reality, 6G — which could be up to 100 times faster than the peak speed of 5G — could deliver the kind of technology that’s long been the stuff of science fiction; from real-time holograms to flying taxis and internet-connected human bodies and brains. The scrum for 6G is already intensifying even as it remains a theoretical proposition, and underscores how geopolitics…
Instagram earlier this week introduced a new feature that lets users recover their deleted posts. Instagram explained situations where hackers might gain access to your account and delete posts, and you don’t have any option to recover them. The new Instagram feature is called “Recently Deleted” and it’s rolling out to users globally. This works on photos, videos, reels, IGTV videos and stories as well. Instagram will also ask users to verify their account when permanently deleting or restoring content from Recently Deleted. If you have deleted posts and wish to restore them, here’s what you need to do. Tap on the hamburger…
Two members of a seven-man armed robbery syndicate have been arrested by the police in Katsina State. Those apprehended include Aliyu Mohammed, aged 38-years-old and Jamilu Tijjani aged 30-years-old. The suspects according to the police, are responsible for terrorizing Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, and its environs. In a press briefing held at the command headquarters on Monday, the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Gambo Isah disclosed that the duo were arrested Monday, based on credible intelligence gathered by the Anti Kidnapping squad. “Today at about 07:00 hours, the command received a distress call that armed Robbers numbering seven (7) armed…
Smartphones are amazingly useful machines. Indeed, they are not just called smart for nothing. That device in your hands could do so much more than you know it is capable of; yet most of us miss out on some of these incredible functionalities. Interestingly, research shows that the majority of smartphone users explore less than 40% of the utility of these devices. Whereas the majority are comfortable with making calls, watching online movies or taking that occasional selfie; there is a lot more benefits locked in your smartphone. Speak any language: You probably didn’t know this but with your smartphone,…
The Nigeria Police Force on Monday denied the claim suggesting that the Inspector General of Police, Mohammed Adamu paid ₦2 billion to elongate his stay in office. It was earlier reported how President Muhammadu Buhari extended the IGP’s tenure by three months after attaining the mandatory 35 years in service on February 1. The Minister of Police Affairs, Mohammad Dingyadi who made the announcement said the extension was necessary to give room for the proper selection of a successor. In a statement issued by the Force spokesman, Frank Mba, the police said described as untrue a report that the tenure…
The Katsina State Police Command has arrested a former Chairman of Jibia Local Government Caretaker Committee, Haruna Musa Mota. Mota was arrested for allegedly aiding and abetting bandits terrorising innocent people across the frontline local government areas of the state. Confirming the arrest on Monday at the command headquarters, the Police Public Relations Officer in the state, Gambo Isah Katsina, said the culprit has already been charged to court for prosecution. Before his arrest, an audio recording in Hausa language went viral on the social media where the culprit was heard discussing with one of the bandits’ leaders over the…
A couple of weeks ago, Microsoft announced that it is halting Political Action Committee (PAC) donations until further notice. This decision came in light of information that revealed that while 80% of the donations had gone to members of Congress who voted to uphold the Electoral College, 20% of its PAC donations in the last four years went to Congress members who voted against the certification of Electoral College votes. Now, Microsoft has revealed how it is changing the PAC program in response to employee feedback. MICROSOFT: For those unaware, a PAC is a private body that funds political campaign…
Starting next month, Google Pixel phones will be able to measure heart rates; and respiratory rates with software running on the cameras. Although monitors for both aren’t hard to find (you can even make an estimate by hand), Google thinks that making accurate monitors simple; and free will encourage users to take more measurements, which is good for long-term health. Using the Google Fit app, you’llbe able to measure your heart rate; or your respiratory rate with just a few seconds of footage. Prop up the phone on a hard surface and stand in the selfie camera’s frame so that…
The Xiaomi Mi 11 is getting globally launched on February 8, but it almost certainly won’t land alone. In fact, we’ve heard rumblings of at least three other devices that we might see alongside it. Below, we’ll run you through all of them, from the basic Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite, to the super-premium Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra; and we’ll also consider what else we might – or might not – see. In the case of the Xiaomi Mi 11 itself we already know exactly what to expect, as the phone has already been unveiled in China; – this new launch…
At least one person has been confirmed dead and others injured in a clash between Ilobu and Erin-Osun communities in the Irepodun Local Government Area of Osun State. The clash was over a land dispute. Our correspondent reports that some residents have fled their homes and there are still gunshots in some parts of the troubled areas. The military has been deployed to the area but they are not at the exact scene of the incident. According to residents, some indigenes of Ilobu, residing in Erin-Osun, were attacked by residents of Erin-Osun, and this provoked a retaliatory reaction. Following the…
Gunmen suspected to be kidnappers have abducted the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) chairman of the Taraba State chapter, Peter Jediel. He was abducted at his residence in Sunkani, the headquarters of Ardo-Kola Local Government Council. Confirming the incident to Channels Television via a telephone interview, the younger brother of the NLC chairman, Boniface Stephen revealed that the hoodlums shot sporadically into the air to scare residents before whisking Mr. Jediel away. According to Stephen, they came in their numbers at about 12:00 am on Sunday, broke the NLC chairman’s gate, and forced their way into his compound. He said that…
At least nineteen people have been killed and several others injured in two separate attacks by bandits in Birnin Gwari and Kajuru Local Government areas of Kaduna State. Confirming the incident, the Kaduna State Commissioner for internal Security and Home Affairs, Samuel Aruwan, says fourteen people were killed on Saturday by armed bandits at Kutemeshi village in Birnin Gwari and five others killed at Kujeni village in Kajuru on the same day, while several others were left with bullet wounds. He lists those killed in Birnin Gwari local government to include Malan Sani Barume, Yahaya Bello, Amadu Dan Korau, Samaila…
Troop of the Nigerian Navy have arrested three suspected kidnappers in the Kujama, Chikun local government area of Kaduna State. According to a statement from the Commissioner for Internal Security and Home Affairs, Samuel Aruwan, the bandits, in a black Toyota Corolla, drove up to the shop of a POS agent in the area and attempted to kidnap the operator and a customer who was there for a transaction. He said that the people raised an alarm and immediately the Nigerian Navy troops from the Kujama checkpoint arrived at the scene and apprehended the suspects before they could escape with…
The Lagos State Police Command has arrested no fewer than 654 suspected criminals for armed robbery, arson, cultism, and other vices, while 557 of the suspects have already been arraigned in a law court to answer for their crimes. This disclosure was contained in the monthly Police Activity Report for January 2021, issued by the State Commissioner of Police, Mr. Hakeem Odumosu. The report disclosed that the Police foiled 13 armed robbery incidents and recovered 30 arms, while 119 vehicles and 670 motorcycles were impounded for violating the State traffic laws across the Lagos metropolis. It also revealed that some…
Microsoft is posting a message on its Windows 10 release information page that versions 2004 and 1909 of the OS are now ready for broad deployment. It’s worth noting, however, that version 1909 was already designated for broad deployment; being that it’s the oldest supported version of Windows 10 for consumers. In fact, there’s even a note reminding users that support for Windows 10 version 1909 ends for consumers on May 11, 2021; and for Education and Enterprise SKUs in May 2022. The way that Windows 10 deployment works is that when a feature update arrives, it’s made available to…
Cracking down on a specific bunch of hackers, Instagram has disabled hundreds of accounts that; were stolen as a part of an online hacking operation that gained access to and sold rare and coveted usernames. Twitter and TikTok have joined in too to take action against accounts belonging to the same hackers; according to the report by cybersecurity expert and journalist Brian Krebs. Instagram is mainly focusing on the community surrounding OGUsers which is a website known for trafficking stolen usernames; and helping facilitate the hacking of these accounts through methods like SIM swapping. SIM swapping is when a user…
Sports fans that go to YouTube for their sports content have some news in store today. Google has announced a new Sports portal on YouTube, which aims to offer a more immersive experience dedicated entirely to this type of content. Google claims the amount of sports content uploaded to YouTube in the U.S. grew by more than 40% in 2020, so a more convenient way to view it is a welcome change. The new portal will be the home to highlights from recent games, news, and videos trending in their region. You may also find content created by athletes, such as NFL…
Microsoft announced Viva, its new Employee Experience Platform (EXP). If you’ve never heard of the Employee Experience Platform category, it’s because Microsoft just made it up, and the Redmond firm thinks that you’ll be hearing more about EXPs. In the modern world of the digital workplaces, it found the need for the new category, and that’s where Viva comes in. The service is broken into four pieces: Viva Connections, Viva Insights, Viva Learning, and Viva Topics. Starting with Viva Connections, Microsoft calls it “a gateway to your digital workplace”, citing almost 60% of workers feeling less connected since they’ve been…
Police authorities in Edo State say the command has arrested some persons in connection with the kidnapping and killing of Prince Dennis Abuda. Speaking on the development Thursday, police spokesman Chidi Nwabuzor said the hoodlums were arrested by operatives of the anti-kidnapping and cybercrimes unit in collaboration with vigilantes and hunters. According to the police spokesperson, the victim’s body was located along the Benin-Ahor-Lagos bypass, further impelling deeper investigations into the crime. Police spokesman, Chidi Nwabuzor speaks on the kidnap and death of Mr. Dennis Abuda. While Mr. Abuda was shot dead by his abductors, a heated chase by security…