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Nigeria Keeps Adding Power Capacity. Why Is Electricity Still Unreliable?Nigeria keeps adding megawatts to the national grid, but electricity remains unreliable. Here’s why generation, transmission and distribution bottlenecks persist.
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Nigeria Keeps Adding Power Capacity. Why Is Electricity Still Unreliable?
Nigeria keeps adding megawatts to the national grid, but electricity remains unreliable. Here’s why generation, transmission and distribution bottlenecks persist.
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Business
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Technology
Africa’s Biggest AI Threat May Not Be Job Losses. It May Be Something More Serious
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Unpacking the 'Melania Cinematic Universe': The Next Digital Frontier?
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The 2027 Mitsubishi Eclipse Sportback, a mechanical twin to the Nissan Leaf, offers a compelling electric vehicle option with significant advantages. It features a superior warranty, distinct sportier styling, and a well-equipped interior, all expected to be offered at a competitive price. This new EV is anticipated to arrive at dealerships in October, targeting savvy buyers seeking value and modern features.Uche Emeka
OpenAI Unveils Age-Appropriate ChatGPT for Teens, Responding to Youth Usage Trends
OpenAI has launched ChatGPT for Teens, a specialized version for 13-17 year olds, integrating robust safety features like content restrictions on harmful topics and advanced educational tools. This initiative aims to foster healthy AI use by preventing emotional overreliance and guiding students toward genuine learning, while addressing past concerns about chatbot risks.Uche Emeka
AI Impersonation Scandal: British Leader Reportedly Targeted by Fake White House Official
British Prime Minister Andy Burnham reportedly engaged in messages with an impostor posing as U.S. President Donald Trump's chief of staff, Susie Wiles. This incident is part of a broader pattern of high-profile impersonation attempts, some potentially leveraging artificial intelligence, targeting senior officials. The event occurs as the new Prime Minister strives to forge robust ties with the U.S. administration.Uche Emeka
Discovery
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The Black Skin Colour Palette: How Many Shades Can ‘Black’ Hold?
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Strength and Strategy: How the Kingdom of Benin Engineered a City Before Its Time
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Opinion
We Are Told Money Cannot Buy Happiness. Nobody Talks About What It Can Buy
Money may not buy happiness, but it can buy time, security, convenience, healthcare, education and choices. It can also determine what becomes possible when life gets difficult.
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Did Africa Inherit Its Sexism? How Colonialism Changed Our Relationship With Gender
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Lifestyle
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Entertainment
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