Science Nigeria

The Nigerian Communications Commission's Computer Security Incident Response Team (NCC-CSIRT) has issued an advisory recommending that users of the popular messaging app, WhatsApp, enable two-factor authentication (2FA) to protect their accounts from being hacked by cybercriminals. The NCC-CSIRT noted that WhatsApp, owned by Meta, has become a prime target for hackers and scammers looking for unauthorised access to users’ accounts. The...

The Nigerian government is set to launch a digital postcode system in June 2023, as part of efforts to promote a digital economy. The Postmaster General of the Federation, Hon. Adeyemi Adepoju disclosed this at a two-day workshop in collaboration with the National Population Commission, (NPC), National Space Research and Development Agency (NASRDA), Office of the Surveyor General of the...

According to the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC), there have been 447 suspected cases of cholera reported in six states from weeks 5 to 9 of 2023. The states include Cross River with 397 cases, Zamfara with 25 cases, Ebonyi with 11 cases, Abia with nine cases, Bayelsa with three cases and Kano with two cases. In total,...

The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has taken a major step in improving flight safety in the country's airports by commissioning 10 high-capacity, firefighting vehicles. The Lion Volkan 6x6 brand Major Aerodrome Rescue and Fire Fighting Vehicles (MFFV) have the capacity to carry 14,000 litres of water, 1,700 litres of foam and 250kg of powder. The firefighting vehicles, which...

Nigeria's Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development, Dr. Mohammad Abubakar has pledged support for the Imo State University of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences, Umuagwo. Abubakar, who made the promise when the university’s acting vice chancellor, Prof. Christopher Eze paid him a courtesy visit, said the government will provide farm equipment, accessories, grants and other assistance to enhance economic growth, food...

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has restated its commitment to promoting initiatives that facilitate the deployment of broadband to enhance penetration and offer easy access to the internet for telecom consumers. During the 10th edition of Business 360 Clinics in Abuja, the executive vice chairman of NCC, Prof. Umar Danbatta affirmed the commission's role in delivering digital transformation to enhance...

The Nigerian government has initiated a plan to achieve its Nationally Determined Conditions (NDCs) by implementing energy-efficient cooling systems. The Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation, Sen. Adeleke Mamora spoke at a national stakeholder consultative workshop on energy-efficient and climate-friendly cooling in Nigeria in Abuja. He noted that Nigeria is the largest market in Africa and is experiencing growing demand for...

In a bid to increase the number of people living with HIV on antiretroviral treatment and achieve an AIDS-free generation, Osun State has launched its HIV Treatment Surge initiative. The programme is being implemented through the President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR), with support from the U.S. Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (US CDC). Speaking at the launch event,...

HP Inc (NYSE: HPQ) has announced the launch of HP Wolf Connect, an IT management solution that enables IT teams to manage remote PCs even when powered down or offline. The solution uses a cellular-based network to provide a highly resilient and secure connection to remote PCs, ensuring efficient management of dispersed workforces. With HP Wolf Connect, IT teams can...

The Minister of Environment, Barr. Mohammed Abdullahi has inaugurated the board of agencies and institutions at the Ministry of Environment headquarters in Abuja. The board members were appointed to help achieve the mandate of the ministry, which includes securing a quality environment that is conducive to the health and well-being of citizens, promoting sustainable use of natural resources, restoring and...