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Microsoft future plans: Say goodbye to Nokia, Windows Phone brand names
by Emma Chidiogo Several reports have suggested that the next version of Windows smartphone will kill off the name "Windows Phone" and "Nokia". According to a report by GeeksOnGadgets, which…
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Are you ready for Windows 9? [LOOK]
by Emma Chidiogo Pictures of Microsoft's next operating system, Windows 9, leaked on the internet today. It has been rumoured that Microsoft is planning to announce its next operating system…
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World’s most popular mobile browser now available for Windows Phone users
by Emma Chidiogo The long awaited Opera Mini browser for Windows Phone is now available for download. The release, which is a beta version, was announced last week, when Opera…
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The wait is over: Windows Phone users, BBM is here
by Emmanuel Chidiogo The wait for Blackberry Messenger on Windows Phone is over, as Blackberry has released its once upon a time exclusive app for Windows platform. The App…
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Paradigm Initiative Nigeria (PIN) in partnership with Microsoft provides free training and support to Non-Governmental Organizations
by Oge Okonkwo Over 70 non-governmental organizations gathered at Hotel Ibis, Ikeja, Lagos on Thursday, June 5, 2014 for the ICT training, networking and information sharing event of non-governmental organizations tagged ‘Microsoft NGO…
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The Future Awards Africa 2013: Best 100
by Isi Esene Celebrating 100 of the brightest and best nominees and winners over the past 8 years Profiles of all the honourees are available on 1 Tara…
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FG kicks off The Future Awards Africa Week today… Microsoft to launch Aiki.ng jobs portal
by Isi Esene The Future Awards Africa 2013 will be formally opened by Nigeria's President Goodluck Jonathan at a special event celebrating the 'Best 100' - past winners at State…
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Jimi Agbaje, Mai Atafo, Toke Makinwa others step out as Microsoft launches employability programme, Aiki Nigeria (PHOTOS)
by Akintomiwa Agbaje Chika Nnadazie, Adebola Williams, Isakan Okusami and Ugochukwu Nwosu On Friday, 15 November 2013, Microsoft unveiled Aiki Nigeria - an online employability programme at a cocktail event…
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Aww, this is SO cute: Guess who turned red-carpet paparazzo for Toke Makinwa (LOOK)
Maje Ayida taking Makinwa's photos by Akan Ido Toke Makinwa was all style and glam yesterday at the Microsoft Aiki event which took place at the Civic Centre, Victoria Island,…
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SPOTTED: Toke Makinwa stuns on the Microsoft red carpet (LOOK)
by Oge Okonkwo All eyes were on Vlogger and media personality, Toke Makinwa as she stepped into the Civic Centre, venue of the launch of Microsoft's employability and jobs programme,…
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Microsoft set to launch employability & jobs program; to announce partners
by Akan Ido Devices and Services giant Microsoft has announced the launch of its employability program to serve young people in Nigeria. In a statement released by the global brand…
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Former World’s Richest Man, Bill Gates ‘under pressure to quit Microsoft’
Three top investors in Microsoft are taking aim at Bill Gates to step down as chairman of the company he founded nearly 40 years ago, according to reports. The mystery…
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CLICK: Microsoft to revolutionise media landscape with MSN Nigeria portal
by Oge Okonkwo L-R: Dele Akinsade, Director, Developer Platform Evangelist, West East and Central Africa, Olayinka Oni, National Technology Officer, Nigeria, Awawu Olumide-Sojinrin, Acting Country Manager, Nigeria and Oyeshina Oyetosho,…
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It’s official! Microsoft acquires Nokia units for $7.2 billion
Microsoft said it had reached an agreement to acquire the handset and services business of Nokia for about $7.2 billion, in an audacious effort to transform Microsoft’s business for a…
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Tony O. Elumelu hosts African Young Person of the Year honourees today to exclusive Reception and Mentorship Session today
Mr. Tony O. Elumelu, Chairman Heirs Holdings One of Africa's most influential entrepreneurs, Tony O. Elumelu, CON, will be hosting the 10 honourees for the African Young Person of the…
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Chude Jideonwo speaks to Channels Sunrise about TFAA 2013 (WATCH)
by SK Johnson Microsoft, will be launching an employment portal for Nigerian youth at the 2013 edition of The Future Awards Africa. The project is a partnership between The Future…
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Chuba Ezekwesili: The positive effect of digital piracy and counterfeits (Y! FrontPage)
by Chuba Ezekwesili What's the lesson? Never take things on face value. Every transaction has unintended consequences: good and bad. In developing countries like Nigeria, these goods have more value than can…
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Hilarious: SEE 7 of the most AWESOME resignation letters
1. Resignation Cake Here's a sweet way to write your resignation: on a cake! Chris Holmes had a job as an immigration officer for Stansted Airport's Border Force in the UK, but…
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Review: Microsoft Office 2013 – What’s new?
by Tolu Agunbiade Microsoft has made changes to the Office Suite with Office 2013 getting major facelifts. Unlike previous upgrades – Office 2003, 2007 and 2010 – where changes were subtle, Office 2013…
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Femi Longe: Talent – The Achilles’ heel of Nigeria’s IT revolution (Y! Policy Hub)
by Femi LongeIn a country with high levels of unemployment, jobs far outnumber skilled developers in the sector. The best hands are either already in a job, have their own start-ups…
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Are you ready? Microsoft Nigeria launch 9jApps contest for developers
Olayinka Oni, Chuks Udensi, Emmanuel Onyeje, Olumide Balogun, Tunji Elesho and Oyeshina Oyetosho by Isi Esene Microsoft Nigeria today formally declared open its 9jApps contest. The challenge is designed to…
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Play it safe: Microsoft warns software consumers on the dangers of piracy
by Isi Esene Although some computer users may actively seek pirated software in hopes of saving money, the chances of infection by unexpected malware are one in three for consumers…
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Aliko Dangote continues to rule Africa, as Carlos Slim remains world’s richest man
Aliko Dangote by Isi Esene Mexican businessman, Carlos Slim has retained his position as the richest man in the world again beating Microsoft's Bill Gates and Zara Fashion House boss,…
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Innovation for Africa: Microsoft introduces 4Africa Initiative (WATCH)
by Isi Esene Microsoft 4Afrika Initiative is a new effort through which the company will actively engage in Africa’s economic development to improve its global competitiveness.This is a multi-year…
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Microsoft launches Windows 8 in Nigeria at Open Door Event
by Isi Esene Microsoft Nigeria on Tuesday unveiled Windows 8 to its customers and partners at its Open Door event held at Harbour Point Event Centre, Victoria Island. This followed…
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$492m: Microsoft reports first public loss in history
by Adeniyi Abdul Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ:MSFT) has its first loss in its 26 years as a public firm. The company had warned 2 weeks earlier that it was taking a…
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They pay people to do this? Microsoft decodes why 419ers say they are from Nigeria
by Tolu Orekoya The short answer: the scam artists want only the most gullible people to reply their e-mails, because they are the easiest to scam. The words "419", "Nigerian…
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Microsoft cautions Nigeria (for the umpteenth time) about the impact of piracy
by Chi Ibe Left – Right: Mr. Babatunde Adetula, Director, Ibadan Zonal Office, NCC, Ugochi Agoreyo, Anti-Piracy Conversion Manager, Microsoft Anglophone West Africa and Serge Ntamack, Anti Piracy Lead, Microsoft…
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Come one, come all! Microsoft Open Door showcases latest technology solutions
by Ifreke Inyang Yesterday, Microsoft Nigeria started its 2-day high profile Open Door events in Abuja. The event is a key initiative of Microsoft’s continued investment in the region and…
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Microsoft Open Door: Software company schedules conference for next week
by Willfred Okiche Software giants, Microsoft have announced the 2011 Open Door conference, a platform to learn about the latest IT administration and management, software development and see how to…
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YMonitor
- Beyond the Power Struggle: Why a Strong Opposition Party is Crucial for Nigeria’s Democracy
- The Importance of Impartial Reporting in Nigeria’s Democracy
- Understanding the Role of Election Tribunals in Nigeria’s Electoral Process
- The Importance of Active Citizenship Beyond the Voting Booth
- How Ethnic Baiting is Undermining Nigeria’s National Security and Democracy
YMonitor
- Beyond the Power Struggle: Why a Strong Opposition Party is Crucial for Nigeria’s Democracy
- The Importance of Impartial Reporting in Nigeria’s Democracy
- Understanding the Role of Election Tribunals in Nigeria’s Electoral Process
- The Importance of Active Citizenship Beyond the Voting Booth
- How Ethnic Baiting is Undermining Nigeria’s National Security and Democracy