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Schneider Electric unveils world’s first fully software-defined medium voltage switchgear

TheMorning Star2 weeks ago2 weeks ago03 mins

By Kolade Timilehin Schneider Electric, a global energy technology leader, has unveiled the world’s first fully Software-Defined Medium Voltage (MV) switchgear, redefining how electrical distribution systems are designed, deployed, and operated. Announced at YOTTA 2026, the innovation is part of Schneider Electric’s broader vision for Software Defined Energy, which decouples system intelligence from hardware to…

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Damage to 103 sites cripples telecom service quality

TheMorning Star2 months ago2 months ago02 mins

An incident of infrastructure vandalism in Delta State has severely disrupted network connectivity, leaving thousands of subscribers stranded. The breach, where a robber attacked the sites, occurred at an IHS-managed telecom node in the ASB region on July 8, 2026, immediately knocking 33 base stations offline across 2G, 3G, and 4G spectrums. According to a…

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Fire prevention must be designed into West Africa’s electricalfuture

TheMorning Star4 months ago4 months ago04 mins

By Opeyemi Olaniyan The safety of electrical infrastructure is non-negotiable, particularly in a time when industrialisation and urbanisation in West Africa require reliable and efficient power provision, Indeed, as systems expand in scale and complexity, one critical risk demand greater attention: electrical fires.Fire safety should move beyond a mere compliance and become the very foundation…

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PMI, Cannes Lions partner to grow creative sector

TheMorning Star4 months ago4 months ago03 mins

By Kolade Kokumo, Lagos Project Management Institute (PMI) and Cannes Lions have partnered with to launch a global initiative to connect academia with creative industries and better prepare learners for the evolving world of work. The organization said that the Forum responds to a growing need for closer alignment between what is taught in classrooms…

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Coca-Cola marks 75 years of refreshing Nigeria

TheMorning Star4 months ago4 months ago03 mins

Since its introduction into the Nigerian market in the 1951, Coca-Cola has established itself as one of the country’s most recognizable and beloved household names. Across generations, the brand has remained a constant presence at weddings, birthday celebrations, sporting events, family gatherings and the quiet, ordinary moments that mark everyday Nigerian life.As the iconic brand…

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Climate Action Is Increasingly a Business Imperative

TheMorning Star4 months ago4 months ago04 mins

By Dinesh Balsingh Every day, millions of Nigerians rely on our network to learn, work, trade, and stay connected. Yet, behind every call, every transaction, and every digital interaction lies a question that every business must now confront: how do we power growth without compromising the future of the environment? I was reminded of this…

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Leo Stan Ekeh Foundation transforms Holy Ghost College with multi-million-naira AI-Tech Hub

TheMorning Star5 months ago5 months ago05 mins

The Leo Stan Ekeh Foundation (LSEF), established by Africa’s foremost serial digital entrepreneur, Leo Stan Ekeh, last weekend donated a multi-million-naira state-of-the-art AI-Tech Centre to Holy Ghost College, Owerri, Imo State, in a landmark gesture that added prestige and excitement to the school’s 77th anniversary celebration. The Tech facility, personally supervised by Mr. Ekeh from…

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Nigeria’s ComTech minister reads riot act to carriers over sinking quality of service

TheMorning Star5 months ago5 months ago02 mins

The Minister of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy, Dr. Bosun Tijani, has declared that the era of poor network quality in Nigeria must come to an end. In a statement, the Minister asserted that the Federal Government has successfully addressed the structural and economic bottlenecks that previously hindered the industry, placing the responsibility for immediate…

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Trump’s ceasefire warning sends oil prices into tailspin

TheMorning Star5 months ago5 months ago02 mins

Global oil markets have once again been reminded that geopolitics, not just fundamentals, remains the dominant force shaping energy prices in 2026. OilPrice.com’s latest report highlights how fragile ceasefire negotiations among the US, Iran, and regional actors continue to inject volatility into global energy markets, pushing Brent crude back toward the $110-per-barrel threshold. At the…

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