A groundbreaking artificial intelligence project known as Macrohard, also referred to as Digital Optimus, is emerging from a collaboration between Tesla and xAI. The initiative forms part of Tesla’s broader investment agreement with xAI and could mark a significant leap forward in real-time AI systems. At the center of the project is Grok, which acts…
Renowned Nigerian author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie has been unveiled as a global face of the Italian luxury brand BVLGARI. Marking a major collaboration that blends literature with high fashion. As part of the partnership, the luxury house introduced a sculptural gold clutch that features a miniature original book written by Adichie. Making the piece not…
Iranian forces struck a Thai ship as it attempted to pass through the Strait of Hormuz on March 11. The attack set the vessel on fire and forced most of the crew to evacuate. Iranian Revolutionary Guards claimed responsibility for the strike. Trump Warns Iran Against Disruption United States President Donald Trump had warned Iran…
The National Identity Management Commission said Nigerians living outside the country could now obtain their National Identification Number through accredited enrolment centres abroad. As reported by ALO360, the commission eliminated the need for citizens to travel home for registration. Statement Details the Change The commission disclosed the information in a statement. Officials added that the…
The Central Bank of Nigeria has introduced new technology-driven regulations requiring banks and financial institutions across Nigeria. To deploy automated anti-money laundering AML systems in a major move to strengthen the detection of suspicious financial transactions. The directive is part of the regulator’s broader effort to modernize the country’s financial monitoring framework. Also and curb…
Africa’s largest retail chain, Shoprite Holdings, has officially shut down all its operations in Nigeria, bringing an end to almost two decades of business activity in the country. The South African retail giant first entered the Nigerian market in 2005. Also quickly becoming one of the most recognizable supermarket brands across major cities. However, after…
Governor Alex Otti has approved 100 hectares of land for the Nigerian Air Force to establish a training base at the Abia Airport Project Site. Also marking a major step in strengthening security infrastructure in Abia State. The approval granted on Tuesday, March 10, when the governor received a delegation from the Air Force Base…
Nyesom Wike, minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), says he will upgrade the status of traditional rulers in the FCT after they supported the All Progressives Congress (APC) and President Bola Tinubu. Wike spoke during his “thank-you” tour of area councils in the FCT. The tour followed the February 21, 2026, council elections. He…
The Presidential Initiative on Compressed Natural Gas (PiCNG) has announced plans to deploy 100,000 vehicle conversion kits across Nigeria as part of efforts to reduce the impact of rising petrol prices and promote the use of cheaper fuel alternatives. The development disclosed by Ismael Ahmed, Executive Chairman of PiCNG. After a closed-door meeting with Bola…
EFCC interrogates Justice John Tsoho following interception of spouse with large cash sum en route to Benue State amid separate asset declaration probe EFCC Questions Chief Judge Operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission interrogated Justice John Tsoho, the Chief Judge of the Federal High Court, for several hours on Tuesday. The questioning focused…
