The Chinese Embassy in Nigeria has launched an investigation into reports that a Chinese mining company allegedly abandoned Nigerian miners in the Central African Republic (CAR). The move follows widespread outrage sparked by a viral video circulating online, which purportedly shows Nigerian miners stranded and neglected by a Chinese firm operating in the CAR. In a statement, the embassy said it was taking the matter seriously and had commenced immediate efforts to verify the facts. “The Chinese government consistently mandates that all Chinese enterprises and citizens operating abroad strictly comply with local laws and regulations, ensuring all business operations fully…
Author: Abdallah el-Kurebe
Elon Musk has unveiled a groundbreaking new aircraft valued at $13 billion, touted to defy conventional laws of physics and push technology into uncharted territory. The so-called “Tesla Plane” is an advanced electric aircraft incorporating a revolutionary Quantum Lift Propulsion System (QLPS) that eliminates the need for traditional jet engines, enabling vertical takeoff and landing without runways. Musk claims this innovative propulsion technology combines electromagnetism, superconductors, and Tesla’s patented battery advances to achieve flight capabilities once thought impossible. The plane promises near-instantaneous acceleration, unprecedented maneuverability, and a 30% increase in energy efficiency compared to existing jets. In addition to its…
Borno State Governor, Prof. Babagana Umara Zulum, has allayed fears over the rising water level at Alau Dam, assuring residents of Maiduguri and surrounding areas that there is no immediate cause for alarm. The governor gave the assurance on Saturday during an inspection of ongoing reconstruction work at the dam, located near Maiduguri, the state capital. Zulum acknowledged the widespread anxiety among residents but clarified that, based on expert assessments, the government does not anticipate any devastating flooding from the dam. He explained that the government had acted swiftly following a contractor’s warning about the rising water levels. In response,…
“If Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago fails to unconditionally reverse this illegal suspension within the next 48 hours, IPI Nigeria will be left with no choice but to include his name in our Book of Infamy,” the statement read.
Borno State Governor, Babagana Umara Zulum, has flagged off the sale of fertilizers at 50% subsidized rates to farmers across the state for the 2025 wet farming season. The exercise, which took place in Maiduguri on Saturday, is part of the state government’s broader agricultural support program aimed at boosting food production, enhancing livelihoods, and improving food security in the region. Governor Zulum stated that the fertilizers would be sold to farmers at N15,000 per bag, compared to the market price of N30,000, thereby cutting the cost of agricultural inputs in half. He added that a total of 100 trucks…
The Cross River State Government has begun the distribution of subsidised Arabica and Robusta coffee seedlings to farmers across the state as part of efforts to boost coffee production and improve rural livelihoods. This was disclosed in a statement on Saturday by the Commissioner for Agriculture, Mr. Johnson Ebokpo. Ebokpo said the initiative is aimed at enhancing coffee cultivation, particularly in areas suited for its production. He directed profiled farmers who have made the required payments to visit their respective local government council offices with proof of payment to collect their seedlings. According to the commissioner, Arabica seedlings for farmers…
By Abdallah el-Kurebe I August 3, 2025 | The global landscape of large language models (LLMs) is undergoing rapid transformation, with Enterprise adoption accelerating and market leadership shifting. According to Menlo Ventures’ 2025 Mid-Year LLM Market Update, enterprise spending on LLM APIs has more than doubled in just six months, jumping from $3.5 billion to $8.4 billion. This significant increase reflects a major shift from experimentation and training to real-world deployment and inference workloads across organizations. Anthropic emerges as Enterprise leader One of the most notable developments in the report is the rise of Anthropic, which has overtaken OpenAI as…
Earlier last week, Nigeria came together in unified celebration as President Bola Tinubu honoured the Super Falcons, the indomitable women’s football team whose exceptional performance at the African Women’s Cup of Nations rekindled national pride. Each player was awarded a three-bedroom apartment and a generous cash reward—a historic gesture highlighting excellence, resilience, and the unifying power of sport. The applause rang out across the nation, inspiring young girls and reminding all Nigerians that extraordinary effort and achievement are seen, valued, and championed. Yet, as the echoes of that well-deserved recognition reverberate, a stark question remains: Where is the honour for…
The Dangote Petroleum Refinery & Petrochemicals has announced the appointment of David Bird, a seasoned global energy executive and former Shell veteran, as its new Chief Executive Officer. The appointment takes effect from July 2025. David Bird brings over 25 years of experience in the global oil and gas industry, having held leadership roles across refining, petrochemicals, upstream operations, LNG, and logistics. Notably, he served as CEO of Oman’s Duqm Refinery and held senior positions at international energy giants including Shell, Santos, and OQ8. The move signals a new chapter for Dangote Refinery, Africa’s largest single-train refinery, which currently processes…
A Miami federal jury has ordered Tesla to pay $329 million in damages for a deadly 2019 crash involving its Autopilot driver-assistance system, marking the first time the electric vehicle maker has been found liable for its semi-autonomous technology in federal court. The tragic incident took place on April 25, 2019, in Key Largo, Florida. Tesla driver George McGee ran a stop sign and a flashing red light at over 60 miles per hour, striking a parked Chevrolet Tahoe and killing 22-year-old Naibel Benavides Leon while severely injuring her boyfriend Dillon Angulo. McGee testified that he bent down to retrieve…