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Samsung Engineering Academy, a Public Private Partnership (PPP) initiative between Samsung Electronics and the Lagos State government through the World Bank-supported Lagos Eko Secondary School Education Project, has graduated 53 technicians from the academy. The graduands are expected to deepen the pool of well trained technicians in the country. Speaking at the ceremony, Head, Lagos State Eko Secondary School Project, Mrs Folasade Fasehun, applauded Samsung Electronics West Africa for investing in such a critical initiative that has the potential of empowering beneficiaries to become entrepreneurs. “These students have undergone a full year training programme, which comprises basic, intermediate and advanced…
The unexplored territory of Nigeria’s Used Spare Parts Market Carmudi Nigeria takes a tour of Ladipo Market, Lagos Lagos, Nigeria – According to the 2012 statistics released by the Lagos state government, 67% out of the 1.1 million vehicles that were registered in the State were tokunbo vehicles. A survey conducted by the Nigeria Federal Road Safety Corps shows that 5% of tokunbo cars sold in Nigeria have either been altered from a right wheel drive to a left wheel drive and over 25% of cars sold as tokunbo have been upgraded from a manual transmission to an automatic transmission.…
BitX, a leading international Bitcoin company, has strengthened their position as the leading Bitcoin player in Africa by launching in Nigeria, Africa’s largest consumer market. BitX CEO, Marcus Swanepoel, commented: “We are very excited to launch a broad suite of Bitcoin products and services to the Nigerian market, all with the view of making it easier for Nigerian consumers and businesses to buy, sell, store and transact in Bitcoin.” For the first time, Nigerians will now be able to buy or sell bitcoin instantly using Nigerian naira using the mobile BitX Wallet on iOS and Android, trade Bitcoin on the…
While Windows 10 is due to be released next month, Microsoft has released an amazing guide for the developers. Experts Jerry Nixon and Andy Wigley, of the Developer’s Guide to Windows 10 Preview take an in-depth look at the Universal Windows Platform (UWP) and show you how Windows capabilities and social integration can help you create amazing experiences on devices running Windows 10, including phones, tablets, PCs, and even (coming soon) Xbox! Jerry and Andy offer demo-rich Windows 10 goodness, explore cool new features, and share practical guidance. Each module lasts about 30 minutes, so you can check out the…
The Dakar Rally is one of the most famous motor races in the world. Since its inception in 1978, the rally has attracted participants and fans from all over the world. Despite the inclusion of “rally” in the name, the Dakar Rally is actually an off-road endurance race. It is something that is actually known as “rally raid” rather than a truly conventional rally. Drivers inflict themselves to far more treacherous terrain – crossing dunes, mud, camel grass, and rocks can all be expected on the route – than a normal rally. This means that these guys compete in off-road…
Technology translates into increased efficiency and productivity, cost reductions, and the effective management and storage of data. Over the last 20 years, many business and economic sectors have enjoyed the extraordinary benefits that stem from technological advances in their production processes, as well as in their marketing and analytics. As expected, the private sector was the first one to adapt to the fresh advent of technology, but the public sector is quickly catching up. Federal agencies and institutions tend to be the first to implement new technologies and software, but state and local institutions are quickly catching up as well. State…
MTN Foundation, the corporate social investment vehicle of leading ICT company in Nigeria, MTN, has joined Oracle, a company that engineers hardware and software to work together in the cloud and in the data center, to give further ICT training to select MTNF scholars. The collaboration will see two projects come to fruition: a bursary funded by Oracle for one student to attend the CERN openlab Summer School in Switzerland, and plans to train up to 2,000 MTNF scholars in database design and SQL and Java programming skills. “At MTN, we believe that education is pivotal to the growth of…
The world is changing faster than we ever imagined some decades ago. The increased penetration of technology across the globe especially through mobile phone has changed the way we live and work. Like never before the adoption of mobile phones has enhanced in many ways, economic and social activity on the continent of Africa and Nigeria in particular. A recent study shows that 90 percent of access to the internet in Nigeria is done via mobile devices. In view of this development, and motivated by the need to help Nigerians stay in touch with new opportunities through the internet, Nigeria’s…
The selected site will receive a $10,000 grant for the advancement of apheresis education and research LAKEWOOD, Colo. May 7 , 2015 (BUSINESS WIRE/ME NewsWire)– Terumo BCT, a global medical device manufacturing company, is seeking applications from around the world for a $10,000 grant to further the practice and positive impact of therapeutic apheresis. The Terumo BCT 2015 Advancing Apheresis Award is for clinicians, physicians and operators who are leaders in the practice of therapeutic apheresis and cell collections. The deadline for applications is 4 September 2015. KEY FACTS: To apply for the award or learn more about it, go to TERUMOBCT.COM/advancingapheresis The…
HOUSTON–(BUSINESS WIRE/ ME NewsWire)– Frontera Resources Corporation (AIM: FRR), an independent international oil and gas exploration and production company, today announces a milestone at its gas operations in Georgia. Since commencing gas production operations in April 2014 from the Mtsare Khevi Gas Complex, located within the Sagarejo District of its eastern Georgia, Block 12 contract area, Frontera has successfully marked one year of gas production operations. Over the past year, Frontera’s installation of a 14-kilometer network of gathering, processing and pipeline transportation facilities culminated in the initiation of gas production operations from the Company’s ongoing drilling operations. Continuous gas sales…
COLOMBES, France. May 6, 2015 (BUSINESS WIRE/ME NewsWire) Oberthur Technologies (OT), a world leader in digital security solutions for the mobility space today announced the strengthening of its long-standing partnership with Swedbank with a 6-year renewal contract to provide Sweden, Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania with payment cards, personalization and Smart Services. Since 2009, OT has been the sole supplier of Swedbank, in order to support the bank in its objective to strengthen and broaden its card programs, in the countries where Swedbank operates and issues payment cards. For the next six years, OT will provide all Swedbank’s contact and dual…
Demonstration of an Ultra HD TV transmission from an SES satellite at 19.2 degrees East using existing DVB UHD Phase 1 specifications and BBC Research & Development’s High Dynamic Range (HDR) technology directly to a Samsung SUHD TV. BBC R&D’s Hybrid Gamma (HDR) technology enables simultaneous delivery of Standard Dynamic Range to existing UHD TVs and High Dynamic Range to new generation UHD TVs from the same content payload. Samsung SUHD TVs represent the next generation of consumer display technology, fully equipped to receive the next generation of premium audio visual content. The CAS-protected UHD TV transmission is received directly…
Adobe, FCT, and Across are looking back on the first successful TechComm. Karlsbad, Germany, 6th May 2015 – Adobe, FCT, and Across are looking back on the first successful TechComm. The companies had extended the invitation for this expert forum on the eve of the tekom spring conference on April 22, 2015 in Darmstadt, Germany. In view of the positive response of the approximately 50 participants, most of whom were technical writers, similar events are being planned in other cities. A central statement that was highlighted throughout the event was that apart from PDF documents, it will henceforth be necessary…
Since 2001, the Western Union Foundation has made over 3,000 grants supporting NGOs worldwide ENGLEWOOD, Colo. May 6, 2015 (BUSINESS WIRE/ME NewsWire)– The Western Union Foundation today announced it has surpassed a major milestone, donating more than US$100 million in support to more than 2,700 non-governmental organizations (NGOs) to provide support to thousands of families and individuals in more than 135 countries and territories. The Western Union Foundation works with a full spectrum of large global NGOs to small local non-profits and charities worldwide including UNICEF, Save the Children, Mercy Corps, Pratham and others. From increasing global access to school and improving the quality…
Festival To Be Held Alongside Mobile World Congress Shanghai, Expected to Attract 30,000-50,000 Consumer Attendees to SNIEC Mobile World Congress Shanghai 2015 LONDON. May 6, 2015 (BUSINESS WIRE/ME NewsWire) The GSMA today announced a partnership with the Shanghai International Information Consumption Festival in bringing mobile and ICT-focused exhibitions, events and activities to Shanghai. The GSMA Mobile World Congress Shanghai will be held 15-17 July, alongside the Shanghai International Information Consumption Festival at the Shanghai New International Expo Center (SNIEC) and attendees will have access to a range of experiences across both shows. The Shanghai International Information Consumption Festival will also…
Petrow to Host Twitter Chat Thursday; Report Live from GLAAD Media Awards in New York City This Saturday MCLEAN, Va. May 6, 2015 (BUSINESS WIRE/ME NewsWire) “Be mindful of your manners.” What was once a standard reminder to say “please” and “thank you,” has now evolved far beyond a few simple polite nuances. To spotlight the do’s and don’ts of modern manners, Hilton Worldwide (NYSE: HLT) has partnered with Steven Petrow, an award-winning journalist, author and LGBT expert. Petrow will serve as both an advisor and advocate for the company on inclusive marketing and outreach efforts. “Steven will help extend…
Files Updated Investor Presentation Reiterates Compelling Strategic and Financial Benefits for Teva and Mylan Stockholders Highlights Strength of Teva’s Business, Pipeline, Leadership and Long-Term Growth Prospects JERUSALEM, May 5, 2015 — (BUSINESS WIRE/ME NewsWire) — Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd. (NYSE:TEVA)(TASE:TEVA) today announced that an updated investor presentation in connection with its proposed combination with Mylan N.V. (NASDAQ: MYL) is available on the Investor Relations section of the Company’s website and will be filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”). Erez Vigodman, President and CEO of Teva, commented, “Our strong financial and operating performance demonstrates that great people, great products…
-The Health Industry Summit to inject momentum into China’s healthcare market- tHIS 2015 SHANGHAI. May 6, 2015 (BUSINESS WIRE/ME NewsWire)– With only days to go to the grand launch of The Health Industry Summit (tHIS) in Shanghai, China, the excitement and anticipation is building up to what is the largest health industry event in the world this year. More than 200,000 professionals are ready to travel from 140 countries and all corners of China to attend the event on May 15-18, 2015 at the brand new National Exhibition & Convention Center (NECC), Shanghai. Themed “where the world of Pharmaceutical and…
Newly Designed App Optimized to Work Across Mobile, Tablet and PC LONDON–(BUSINESS WIRE / ME NewsWire)– Viber (www.viber.com), the pioneering mobile communications platform offering free messaging, HD-quality phone and video calls, unveiled a new version of its app today at Microsoft Build in San Francisco. Viber’s new design is fully optimized for Windows 10’s responsive OS, creating a well-integrated product that blends seamlessly into the user experience of Windows 10. During the keynote presentation, a demonstration showed how Cortana voice commands could be used to send Viber messages and to start chatting with contacts quickly. Attendees will also be shown…