Dr Charles Omole, a lawyer, good government advocate, and security sector reform expert has advised Nigerians on the planned nationwide protest. Read him out below: I believe the government is giving excessive attention to the planned protests from the 1st to the 10th of August. While the right of Nigerians to protest peacefully is undeniable, it’s equally important to emphasise the right of all citizens to go about their daily lives without disruption. Protesters who conduct themselves peacefully, carrying placards and gathering without obstructing public roads or interfering with others’ activities, should be fully protected by law and must not…
Author: Adewale A.
I wish to join the voices of all well-meaning Nigerians, including our revered traditional rulers, in calling for the postponement of the proposed hardship protest scheduled for August 1, 2024. There is indeed hunger and hardship in the country. However, it must be pointed out that hunger and hardship did not start today. President Tinubu is working diligently to revitalise the economy with carefully planned policies and programmes aimed at addressing economic and security issues, which are the root causes of many problems in the country. I am aware of Mr. President’s efforts to get things right in the country,…
Operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have detained 13 individuals suspected of engaging in illegal mining activities in the Asokoro area of Abuja. The arrests were made during an operation on Wednesday, 24th July 2024. The suspects were apprehended based on reliable intelligence that connected them to the transportation of tons of coal and kaolin in five trucks from Nassarawa State to a site in Kaduna State. The detainees are currently being interrogated and will face charges in court upon the completion of the investigation.
The Body of State Attorneys-General of Nigeria has lauded Mr. Ola Olukoyede, the Executive Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), for his progressive and developmental strategies in combating economic and financial crimes and other forms of corruption. This commendation was delivered in Abuja on Thursday, 25th July 2024, by the Chairman of the Body, Dr. Ben Odoh, who led the Attorneys-General from all 36 states on a courtesy visit to the EFCC’s corporate headquarters. Dr. Odoh highlighted Olukoyede’s extensive experience as a distinguished anti-corruption advocate and praised his innovative initiatives aimed at intensifying the fight against corruption.…
Justice M.A. Oyetenu of the Federal High Court in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, has sentenced Etiusen Stephen for defacing Naira notes. Stephen was charged on 19th July 2024, facing two counts of Naira abuse, a violation of Section 21 of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Act. One of the charges against Stephen read: “That you, Etiusen Stephen Udo, on or about 27th June 2024 in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, within the jurisdiction of this Honourable court, did sell Forty Thousand Naira notes (N40,000.00) to one Edidiong Usoro, thereby committing an offence contrary to Section 21 (4) of the Central…
In March 2024, the Federal Executive Council approved the relaunch of the restructured Nigeria Youth Investment Fund (NYIF), kick-starting it with an initial capital of N110 billion. This initiative aims to enhance access to finance for young people and youth-owned enterprises, driving national development. It seeks to generate crucial employment opportunities to combat youth restiveness, encourage marginalised, unemployed, and underemployed youths to engage in sustainable income-generating projects and promote the active participation of young people in Nigeria’s socio-economic development through youth enterprise clusters nationwide. The programme targets individuals aged 18 to 40, detailing the steps necessary to support business establishment,…
A recent report indicates that the iPhone 18 will incorporate at least one new camera sensor, with Samsung replacing Sony as the supplier. This development could mark the end of Sony’s exclusive contract for iPhone sensors. While the details remain sparse, there is no information yet on whether the main and telephoto sensors will also shift from Sony. The reasons behind this change are not clear, but the most straightforward explanation is Apple’s strategy to diversify its supply chain. Using multiple suppliers, including Samsung, not only mitigates risks related to production issues but also strengthens Apple’s negotiating leverage, allowing it…
Google is launching a series of new features for its Google Play store on Android, including a subscription service similar to Game Pass, improved app comparison tools powered by AI (artificial intelligence), and the chance to win a Pixel phone through its reward program. Google Play is introducing categorized Collections that showcase content from apps already installed on your device. These categories, such as shop, watch, and listen, help organise app content, making it easier to pick up where you left off. For instance, you’ll see a “continue watching” row for streaming apps and the latest deals from selected retailers.…
CrowdStrike has issued a preliminary Post Incident Review (PIR) regarding the recent content configuration update that caused a Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) error on Windows systems. This overview will be followed by a detailed Root Cause Analysis, to be made publicly available soon. The PIR uses general terms to describe the Falcon platform for clarity. On Friday, 19 July 2024, at 04:09 UTC, CrowdStrike released a routine content configuration update for its Windows sensor to gather telemetry on emerging threat techniques. This update, however, caused a system crash on Windows hosts running sensor version 7.11 and above. The issue…
The Cloud Security Alliance (CSA) and its AI Technology and Risk Working Group are thrilled to announce the release of their latest paper, the AI Model Risk Management Framework. This critical guide is designed to help organisations navigate the complexities of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) with a proactive risk management approach. As AI and ML models become increasingly central to innovative solutions, it is imperative to meticulously manage the associated risks, such as data biases, factual inaccuracies, and potential misuse. The AI Model Risk Management Framework offers a comprehensive strategy to ensure the responsible development and use…