TheMorning Star, Author at The Morning Star News

TD Africa, Check Point partner to bolster Nigeria’s cybersecurity

TheMorning Star2 years ago2 years ago02 mins

Leading technology distributor in sub-Saharan Africa, TD Africa, has joined forces with Check Point Software Technologies Ltd., a global cybersecurity leader, to enhance Nigeria’s cybersecurity resilience. This strategic partnership, announced at a partner roundtable event in Lagos and attended by industry executives, stakeholders, and IT professionals, facilitated discussions on emerging cybersecurity trends and fostered strategic…

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Konga thrills shoppers with 70% year-end bonanza at Naija Shopping Festival

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Nigeria’s leading e-commerce platform, Konga, has unveiled the Naija Shopping Festival, a Christmas sales event designed to offer shoppers extraordinary discounts and unbeatable deals. This exciting shopping extravaganza began December 1 and runs through December 30, promising an unforgettable experience for all. With discounts of up to 70per cent off on your favourite products, the…

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CADEF unveils DER platform to promote renewable energy

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The Consumer Advocacy and Empowerment Foundation (CADEF) has unveiled the Distributed Energy Resources (DER) platform—a comprehensive one-stop hub designed to empower Nigerians with the tools and knowledge needed to embrace clean energy solutions, a move to accelerate Nigeria’s transition to renewable energy. This initiative aligns with Nigeria’s Vision 30:30:30, which aims to generate 30,000 megawatts…

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Senegal unveils Hott’s candidacy for AfDB presidency

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The Government of Senegal, through the Ministry of African Integration and Foreign Affairs, proudly announces the official launch of the candidacy of Mr. Amadou Hott for the presidency of the African Development Bank (AfDB) Group. This official launch ceremony, which marks a major milestone for Senegal’s commitment to pan-African development, will be held on Thursday,…

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Amnesty accuses Nigerian police of shooting, killing protesters in August

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Amnesty International said in a report on Thursday that Nigerian police used excessive force and shot protesters while cracking down on demonstrations in August over a cost of living crisis, killing at least 24 people. The countrywide protests over economic hardship, also dubbed “#10DaysOfRage”, were the biggest demonstrations in Nigeria since October 2020. The Nigeria…

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Mpox outbreak will rise next year, Africa CDC warns

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The number of mpox cases will continue to rise during the next four weeks before starting to show signs of flattening early next year, the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention, has warned. Mpox is a viral infection that spreads through close contact, and typically causes flu-like symptoms and pus-filled lesions. It is usually…

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NAE, STAC Marine mark one year partnership, sign ‘Pact for Safety and Environment’

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Eni’s subsidiary Nigerian Agip Exploration Limited (NAE) and STAC Marine have celebrated one year of successful collaboration for the operation and maintenance of the Floating, Production, Storage and Offloading (FPSO) facilities located in the offshore deepwater of ABO field. This milestone reaffirms NAE’s commitment to partnering with local companies that excel in safety and operational…

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Beware of transactions with Marino FX Ltd, SEC warns

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Nigeria’s apex capital market regulator, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has warned the public against conducting any business with Marino FX Limited. According to the Commission, Marino FX Limited, which claims to be a SEC-licensed cryptocurrency exchange, is neither registered nor authorized to operate in the Nigerian capital market. In a notice by SEC…

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ASR Africa begins N250m Abdul Samad Rabiu Lab in Unilag

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The Abdul Samad Rabiu Africa Initiative (ASR Africa), the philanthropic initiative of the Chairman of BUA Group, Abdul Samad Rabiu, has kicked off the construction of the N250 million Abdul Samad Rabiu Laboratory Complex at the University of Lagos with a ground-breaking ceremony within the university’s campus. The grant is part of ASR Africa’s Tertiary…

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