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

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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Data localization: Stakeholders at GrowthX identify infrastructure, trust as key success factors

 Industry leaders have highlighted that Nigeria’s digital economy will require stronger local infrastructure, trusted digital identity and skilled talent to translate the country’s growing technology adoption into greater economic value. The stakeholders made the remarks in Lagos at the inaugural GrowthX by Techeconomy & TiLAwards. President of the Nigeria Internet Registration Association (NiRA), Adesola Akinsanya,…

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Airtel Africa, ITU, RISA, Cisco on digital skills

Airtel Africa Foundation has partnered on a Joint Initiative with the International Telecommunication Union (ITU), Rwanda Information Society Authority (RISA) and Cisco on capacity and digital skills development, under the Digital Transformation Centres (DTC) Initiative. The partnership aims to bridge the digital divide and promote digital inclusion by providing free Internet connectivity and digital skills…

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Nigeria to end to fish importation, says Oyetola

The Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, yesterday said the Federal Government, through the Federal  Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy  recognized the importance of seafood trade not only as an economic activity but also as a source of animal protein and a driver of industrial linkages. He therefore stated that ultimately, the…

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‘QNET committed to Nigeria’

A direct-selling firm, QNET, has stated its commitment to Nigeria through partnership, empowerment and giving back to the community. General Manager of QNET Nigeria, Ayokunmi Solesi, gave the commitment Wednesday during a webinar titled: “Beyond VCON: Media Insights from VCON 2025” to welcome back reporters that participated the forum which is a major convention for…

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Fuel queues resurface in Lagos

There were pockets of fuel queues today around Lagos, especially along the busy Agege motorway. Our correspondent reported that all the filling stations stretching from Iyana Dopemu to Ikeja along except MRS and Heyden locked shops. Some motorists that spoke with themorningstar.com.ng lamented the development, wondering when Nigeria will work for the citizens, especially with…

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PMI: Innovation vital to tackle climate challenge

To deliver real-world impact and address the urgent climate crisis, innovations are needed to be unleashed, global authority for project professionals, Project Management Institute (PMI) has said, adding that the world can’t afford to keep innovations in experimental labs. Chief Marketing Officer at PMI, Menaka Gopinath, spoke against the background of the release of a…

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TD Africa, HP strengthen partnership, to deepen African foothold

TD Africa, the leading technology distributor in sub-Saharan Africa, recently hosted a high- level delegation from HP to renew and review their strategic commitments and explore deeper collaboration opportunities. The meeting served as a crucial step toward advancing their joint mission to enhance technology accessibility across the continent. The meeting focused on unlocking new growth…

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