Technology
Hope Alive: Scientists Discover Permanent Cure For HIV
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Scientists have achieved a groundbreaking milestone in the fight against HIV by developing a CRISPR-based therapy that removes HIV DNA from infected human cells and prevents the virus from returning.
According to Science Pulse post on FB, the revolutionary approach targets the viral genetic material directly, effectively erasing HIV from the cell’s genome and halting its ability to replicate.
It also stated that in laboratory studies, treated cells showed no signs of viral rebound, offering a potential pathway toward a permanent cure for HIV. This disease has affected millions globally. Unlike traditional antiretroviral therapies, which only suppress the virus, this CRISPR therapy tackles the root cause, providing hope for a one-time treatment with long-lasting effects.
Researchers emphasise that while early results are promising, further studies and clinical trials are required to ensure safety and efficacy in humans.
If successful, this therapy could transform HIV treatment and bring the world closer to ending the HIV/AIDS epidemic once and for all.
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The Public-Private Partnership (PPP) system adopted by Ogun State Government has again produced certified digital technicians that would boost excellence in solving hardware challenges and configuring new equipment among others.
This was revealed at Ogun TechHub, Abeokuta during the convocation ceremony of the pilot associates of a free Cybersqauard Training Programme organised in partnership with Cybervilla.
Speaking at the ceremony, Chief Executive officer (CEO), Cybervilla, Ifeanyi Adirika, said partnering Ogun State government by giving free technical support to its teaming youths was a testament to sincere PPP initiative of Prince Dapo Abiodun which had made Cybervilla as one of its core investors in technology, called on more interested persons to onboard next session through: https://bit.ly/cybersqaudabeokutacohort2
The Cybervilla CEO further explained that the graduating beneficiaries of the first free training programme formed network of skilled, empowered and forward -thinking digital technicians aimed at redefining how, Troubleshooting, repairing digital devices, installing and configuring new equipment’s as well as providing technical supports services were delivered across Nigeria, bearing Ogun State identity .
In his goodwill message, Special adviser, ICT, Dayo Abiodun congratulated the lucky ones that made it to the graduating stage, saying the barriers of becoming tech engineers by some selected genius were broken through a series of training modules which could make anyone with vested interest at heart to learn and be gainfully employed.
He recalled that Ogun State government and Cybervilla had an agreement early this year to further strengthen youth development initiatives of Prince Dapo Abiodun, especially in the areas of building digital and vocational ecosystems that would empower young people as well as strengthen the digital economy.
In his goodwill message, Ogun State Head of Service (HoS), Mr. Kehinde Onasanya, congratulated youths in the State, especially the graduating CyberSquad for the rare opportunities made available since the establishment of Ogun TechHub by Governor Dapo Abiodun towards exposing everyone to the hidden wealth in technology and digital marketing.
Represented by the Director, Standard Regulations Planning and Research, Bureau of Information Technology (BIT), Olatundun Adekunte, admonished the graduating students to create awareness about the programme they have enjoyed, so that the rate of unemployment would reduce to the barest minimum.
Appreciating Ogun State government and Cybervilla for actualising their dreams of becoming a certified digital technicians, Timilehin Ajisebutu, on behalf of other beneficiaries, promised to use knowledge gained at the 3 months training programme effectively.
Technology
$50 Billion Crypto Transactions in Nigeria Raise Concerns Over Traditional Market Participation
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The Director-General of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Dr Emomotimi Agama, has revealed that Nigeria recorded over $50 billion in cryptocurrency transactions between July 2023 and June 2024.
This significant figure highlights the sophistication and risk tolerance of investors in the country’s crypto market.
However, Agama expressed concern over the low participation of Nigerians in the traditional capital market, with fewer than 4% of the country’s adult population actively investing.
He noted that this low participation rate is a major impediment to economic growth and capital formation.
The SEC boss also pointed out the disparity in market capitalisation between Nigeria and other countries, such as South Africa, Malaysia, and India.
He emphasised the need to deepen financial inclusion and rebuild investor confidence.
Agama identified six key challenges for the next phase of reforms, including low retail participation, market concentration, falling foreign inflows, underutilised pension assets, untapped diaspora capital, and a widening infrastructure financing gap.
The SEC DG called for a “reimagined SEC” that serves as both regulator and enabler of private-sector-driven growth, focusing on trust-building, transparency, and inclusion.
He ememphasisedhat vision without execution is inertia, and reform without measurement is aspiration without accountability.
Technology
Investing in Human Capital Development Spurs Technological Innovations – Deputy Speaker, Kalu.
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Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Kalu, has said that increased human capital development has the potential to drive an increase in the growth rate of the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) of any economy through a rise in innovation and technological progress.
Kalu who stated this while delivering the keynote address at the SMFest, an annual global conference that teaches its audience how to leverage the power of technology and innovation to advance their businesses, noted that a more educated and skilled workforce can lead to higher productivity and better problem-solving.
He commended the convener, Ajah Excel and the entire SMFest team for their visionary work, noting that it has empowered thousands of young Nigerians to thrive in the digital age, transforming ideas into action and passion into purpose.
The Deputy Speaker said that the conference theme, “Africa Unlocked: Leading the Digital Revolution,” could not be more timely, as unlocking Africa is not just about technology; it is about people, young Africans turning challenges into opportunities and ideas into innovations.
Citing a Daba finance report that Nigeria still raised US$331.6 million, Kalu said that this is a demonstration that our creative spirit, ambition, and leadership in innovation remain unmatched on the continent.
He therefore called for investments not just in connectivity, but in creativity and capacity.
He assured his office readiness to support the next conference, adding that courage, collaboration, and vision are required to unlock Africa’s digital opportunities.
Kalu said, “I bring you warm greetings from the leadership of the 10th National Assembly. I am particularly proud that 50 of the 1,500 participants in this year’s bootcamp come from my own Bende Federal Constituency, a reminder that innovation can rise from every corner of this nation. It’s a privilege to stand before the brightest, boldest, and most creative generation Africa has ever produced. When I look across this hall, I see more than faces; I see possibility. I see the energy that will shape Africa’s future. Leadership is not about waiting for a position; it’s about taking responsibility. Long before I entered the House of Representatives, I began serving in small but meaningful ways: supporting the vulnerable, offering scholarships, and rebuilding hope through my foundation. That was how my journey in service truly began.
“The path from those humble beginnings to standing here today as Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives has not been easy. It has been a journey of courage and learning, of daring to innovate where tradition resisted change, of keeping faith when the path was unclear, and of pushing forward when barriers stood tall. If there is one lesson I have learned, it is this: real leadership begins when you stop waiting for permission to make a difference. Great Nigerian youths, today, the tools in your hands are more powerful than anything my generation could have imagined. The GSMA’s Mobile Economy Report also notes that Africa now has over 489 million unique mobile subscribers, with mobile broadband networks covering nearly 86% the population, a figure that would have been unthinkable two decades ago.
“But let me be clear: tools alone don’t transform nations, people do. Technology without purpose can amplify noise, not impact. The same determination that drove us to build roads and schools must now drive you to build platforms, startups, and solutions that will redefine Africa’s future. According to research done in 2020 by the International Finance Corporation and Google, Africa’s Internet economy could contribute as much as $180 billion to the continent’s GDP by 2025, accounting for roughly 5% of total output. The United Nations Economic Commission for Africa has also highlighted this potential, describing the digital sector as one of the key engines of Africa’s future growth. If we invest not just in connectivity, but in creativity and capacity. That is the opportunity before us. Unlocking Africa: From Mindset to Marketplace. This year’s theme, “Africa Unlocked: Leading the Digital Revolution,” could not be more timely. Unlocking Africa is not just about technology; it is about people:young Africans turning challenges into opportunities and ideas into innovations.
“The future belongs to those who dare to reimagine what is possible. Yet, we must acknowledge the landscape before us, for it is through understanding reality that we unlock opportunity. Nigeria’s economic landscape is evolving, and there is much to celebrate. Daba Finance reports that Nigeria still raised US$331.6 million, demonstrating that our creative spirit, ambition, and leadership in innovation remain unmatched on the continent.
“We must humanise the digital revolution, ensuring that the boy in Akure, the girl in Benin, the trader in Aba, and the farmer in Sokoto are not left behind. Because if innovation is not inclusive, it becomes inequality. Africa’s future belongs to those who dare to dream, to act, and to build. You are the coders, the innovators, the creators, and the change makers. With courage, collaboration, and vision, you will unlock Africa. Go forth and build boldly. Show the world what African youth can achieve. The bridge to the future is waiting. You do not need perfect conditions to begin; you only need the courage to believe that your beginning matters. You can transform your future. And when you do, you will write a story that the world cannot ignore.”
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