Author: Ridwan Adelaja

PayHelpa, an avant-garde fintech company renowned for harnessing the potential of artificial general intelligence in facilitating seamless cross-border transactions, has introduced its highly anticipated Student Ambassador Program. The inaugural event took place in Texas, USA, marking a momentous stride towards broadening prospects for Nigerian students pursuing education in the United States and Canada. During the program’s launch, Ayodeji Adesola, co-founder of PayHelpa, emphasized the company’s unwavering commitment to nurturing the next generation of fintech trailblazers. Adesola highlighted the exclusivity and meticulous selection process for the program, which will admit a limited cohort of just 50 students. “We believe that the…

Young leaders across Nigeria have applauded the appointment of Hon. Bunmi Tunji-Ojo as the new Minister of Interior, citing his professional and political experience as his hallmark of his greatness. Hon. Bunmi Tunji-Ojo’s ascent to this crucial role, according to the youth community, sparksoptimism and a sense of promise among the nation’s youth. Aderonke Ogunleti, President and founder of the Youth Art Initiative, hailed him as a “vanguard of hope for the youth.” Aderonke, who is a member of the Global Shapers Community, an initiative of the World Economic Forum, voiced her commendation moments after the inauguration ceremony of the…

In recent years, the global spotlight has increasingly turned to the potential of the blue economy, a sector encompassing maritime activities that include fisheries, aquaculture, shipping, tourism, and offshore energy production. West African country, Nigeria (with its vast coastline along the Gulf of Guinea) stands at a critical juncture in capitalizing on the opportunities presented by this burgeoning sector. As the world grapples with economic and environmental challenges, Nigeria has a unique chance to not only boost revenue but also foster sustainable development through the blue economy. What is possible? With a coastline spanning over 850 kilometers and an exclusive…

Elon Musk’s latest move in his transformation of X, formerly Twitter, is bound to stir both debate and concern. The billionaire entrepreneur announced on Friday that the platform will remove the blocking feature, claiming it “makes no sense.” https://twitter.com/elonmusk/status/1692558493255942213?s=46&t=Ic1CBOEyz5OeIKbvk24wqQ While users will still retain the ability to prevent direct messaging from certain accounts, the decision to eliminate blocking has ignited discussions around user safety and content moderation. This manoeuvre comes amidst Musk’s ambitious overhaul of the social media giant following his acquisition in a $44 billion deal last year. The blocking feature, which currently halts posts from a blocked account…

Finding a lover doesn’t have to be difficult. With the advent of technology, it can be lot easier and seamless. There has been a new wave with dating sites springing up year on year. The new cool? Meet Tramatch! Tramatch in the news Tramatch, a Nigerian-founded dating app that connects lovers, has announced its beta launch on mobile to democratize how people connect with potential partners. The cofounder, Ani Okono, who is a product developer and manager, made the announcement in a press release forwarded to newsrooms on Thursday, August 17, 2023. Founded in 2023, Tramatch, according to Ani, is…

In a strategic move to consolidate his administration’s vision, President Bola Tinubu has unveiled the highly anticipated portfolio assignments for the 45 ministers who received Senate confirmation just last week. This new arrangement not only reflects the diversity of talents and experiences within his cabinet but also underscores the President’s commitment to steering the nation towards progressive development. A notable development in this allocation is the appointment of former Rivers State governor, Nyesom Wike, as the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). Known for his pragmatic approach and penchant for infrastructural transformation, Wike’s selection for this role is widely…