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Coscharis Tech MD Urges FG to Declare State of Emergency in Tech Education

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Mr. Sunday Emomine Mukoro, managing director of Coscharis Technologies`
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Mr. Sunday Emomine Mukoro, managing director of Coscharis Technologies,  has called on the Federal Government to declare a state of emergency in technical education to make Nigeria competitive in the 21st Century.

Mr. Mukoro said that the call is based on the fact that the pace of technology development, at the global stage, is so fast that it has rendered insignificant the yearly meagre budgets, in the past years, of less than 1% of the GDP, to the entire education sector.

 While identifying with the change mantra of the present administration, he advised that technical education should be radically and generously funded.

There are persistent complaints that the products of the Nigerian educational system are unable to meet the expectations of corporate Nigeria.

Industries and commercial institutions have vacancies that educated Nigerians are not equipped to occupy especially in the areas of technical/engineering and technologies thereby consistently depending on foreign firms for such services.

Application of irrelevant curriculum and analogue teaching methods, Mr. Mukoro observed, are some of the reasons for the under-achievement in the educational sector. Education outcomes fail to match the national expectations especially in manufacturing.

There is an urgent national need to redefine and reposition technical and engineering education in order to transform this nation from consumption to production.

The Coscharis tech boss added that Nigeria must harness her vast human and material resources from the point of view of achieving rapid results from technical and engineering education.

Thus a legislated state of emergency in technical education would be an apt response to long standing prejudices in the Nigerian education system, which, have forced the status of an underdog on technical education.

Mukoro revealed that funding for this state of emergency can be obtained by directing the Educational Trust Fund, ETF, to invest 50 % of its budget on technical education for the next five years. 

Mr. Mukoro argued that this extra ordinary intervention which, he advocates should be focused on technical education from primary schools, to technical colleges, polytechnics, engineering departments of the universities, schools of agriculture and research centers.

The intention, he explained, is to wake up a sleeping giant, to wake up an economy hibernating like a blind snail by mobilizing resources lavishly to technical education – buying and deploying the latest digital equipment, training and re-training teaching staff to ensure maximal use, while paying special attention to the technical corps that would ensure that these digital equipment don’t turn to scrap in weeks as it has always been.

The impact would be that in 10 years Nigeria would be bursting at the seams with start-ups. Nigeria would be overflowing with skilled manpower enough to convince the world to manufacture their products in Nigeria.

He urged the government to partner with Nigerian ICT companies affiliated to international organizations who would give Nigerians the certification they require to compete with the best in the world.   

Incorporated in 1993, Coscharis Technologies, a subsidiary of Nigeria’s most diversified conglomerate, Coscharis Group, is in the forefront of innovative pursuits that will change the landscape for the deployment of ICT technologies in Nigeria. 

It is an authorized partner/distributor to some of the world’s best ICT brands such as, Asus, Huawei, Samsung, APC, Microsoft, Seagate, Mercury, HP, Lenovo etc. In her quest to pioneer hi-tech deployment in the areas of technical education, 3D technology, reverse engineering and manufacturing, Coscharis technologies partnered Solidworks, Solid professor, Creaform, Makino, Gerber, Makerbot etc.

With strategically located offices in Lagos (Victoria Island, Ikeja), Abuja, Kaduna, and Port Harcourt as well as with effective support of the Group’s network of Branches in such areas where we are not located, namely Maiduguri, Benin, Ibadan, Kano, Uyo, Nnewi, Aba etc, the company is able to serve its numerous customers from all parts of Nigeria.

   


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LG Nigeria Begins Nationwide Search for Oldest Working TV, Rewards Loyalty with AI QNED Upgrade

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LG Electronics has announced the launch of a nationwide campaign aimed at celebrating decades of customer loyalty and technological heritage by searching for the oldest still-functioning LG television sets across the country.

The initiative, themed “The Oldest LG TV”, seeks to honour long-time customers whose LG screens have stood the test of time, while introducing them to the future of home entertainment through LG’s advanced AI QNED TVs.

For generations, LG televisions have been more than an electronic device in Nigerian homes, they have been silent witnesses to family milestones, cultural moments and shared memories.

This campaign bridges nostalgia with innovation, acknowledging the emotional connection Nigerians have built with the brand while showcasing LG’s leadership in AI-powered display technology.

The campaign features a storytelling -driven narrative that highlights community, heritage and the evolution of viewing experiences. Participants are invited to share the stories behind their long-serving LG TVs, transforming everyday screens into symbols of trust, resilience and innovation.

In creative twist, the campaign also introduces LG’s AI-enabled televisions as responsive companions that understand viewer preferences, recommend content and enhance picture quality in real time. This shift from nostalgia to futuristic interactivity underscores LG’s continued commitment to delivering smarter, more personalized entertainment solutions.

To participate, simply visit https://lgsearchcampaign.vercel.app/ upload a photo or video of your old LG TV and share the story behind it – how long you’ve had it and the memories it holds.

The winner walks away with a brand-new LG AI QNED TV, effectively trading legacy for luxury.

At its core, this campaign reminds us that technology is not only about pixels and processors, but about people. It’s about the laughter in the living rooms, the silence during tense match moments and the comfort of family routines.

By celebrating the oldest TVs still standing strong, LG is celebrating the people who kept the on, families who trusted the brand through changing times and evolving technologies. In doing so, LG isn’t just upgrading television, it’s upgrading memories into the future.

According to Mr. Choongbae Seok, General Manager, Media Entertainment Solutions, LG Electronics Nigeria, “The journey from our classic CRT Televisions to today’s AI QNED technology reflects how far both our customers and our innovation have come. Those early sets were built to last, and many are still functioning today, a testament to durability and consumer trust. This initiative allows us to honour that legacy while introducing a new era of intelligent viewing, where the screen does more than show content; it adapts, learns and enhances every moment”.

LG Display 2026 TV Models at InnoFest

LG Electronics (LG), a leader in AI-powered solutions for the home, outlined plans to accelerate growth in emerging markets at LG InnoFest 2026 MEA. The event, held in Abu Dhabi, provided a forum to share LG’s strategic direction and market outlook with regional partners. At the exhibition, LG displayed its premium 2026 AI TV lineup focusing heavily on advanced processing power, smarter picture and sound technologies. The flagship OLED evo G6 and 100-inch Micro RGB evo TVs are powered by the new Alpha 11 AI processor Gen 3 enabling faster and more intelligent performance. The OLED evo W6 Wallpaper TV, an ultra-slim television designed to sit flush against the wall like artwork uses true wireless connectivity, reducing cable clutter and creating a cleaner, minimal setup.


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African Leaders Highlight Africa’s AI Ambitions

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African leaders used the AU Summit in Addis Ababa over the weekend to sharpen the continent’s technology agenda, with Ethiopia positioning artificial intelligence (AI), digital infrastructure and connectivity as pillars of Africa’s economic future.

Opening the 39th African Union Summit, Ethiopian prime minister Abiy Ahmed outlined an ambitious vision to place Africa at the forefront of the global AI race, anchored by Ethiopia’s plan to launch what he described as Africa’s first AI-focused university.

“In 2020, Ethiopia established Africa’s first Artificial Intelligence Institute. Building on this foundation, we are preparing to launch an AI university anchored in the philosophy of Medemer, purposeful collaboration, to unite human values with machine intelligence and position Africa as a global leader in the age of intelligence,” Abiy told delegates. “

He framed AI not as a standalone sector, but as a cross-cutting enabler for governance, industry and social development. “Every river we manage, every city we design, and every digital platform we deploy must generate resilience, opportunity and dignity,” Abiy said. He further linked digital transformation to Agenda 2063’s long-term prosperity goals.

Beyond AI, the high-powered AU summit discussions highlighted digital identity, cross-border connectivity and telecom expansion as critical building blocks for an integrated African market. Ethiopia’s Digital Ethiopia 2030 roadmap, including its Faida digital ID ecosystem, was cited as a model for secure, interconnected public services.

Abiy pointed to aviation and telecom infrastructure as key accelerators for economic development across the continent. “Through Ethiopian Airlines, we connect people and markets. Ethio Telecom is expanding partnerships across Africa to bridge the digital divide,” he said.

The Ethiopian leader added that large-scale infrastructure projects are designed to anchor Africa deeper into global value chains.

The broader summit tech agenda also touched on regulatory harmonisation, digital trade and data governance, with leaders emphasizing that continental cooperation is essential to avoid fragmented digital markets.

UN Secretary-General António Guterres underscored the need for inclusive innovation, telling delegates that Africa’s digital rise must be “people-centered and opportunity-driven,” while African Union Commission Chair Mahmoud Ali Youssouf stressed coordinated policy frameworks to accelerate adoption.

“AI capability, digital infrastructure and unified regulation are no longer optional ambitions, but strategic imperatives shaping the continent’s competitiveness in the intelligence era,” he said.

 


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NITDA Explores Partnership with Trust Stamp on Digital Trust and Innovation

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By Naeemah Junaid

The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has held strategic discussions with representatives of Trust Stamp, a NASDAQ-listed global technology company, to explore potential areas of partnership aimed at strengthening Nigeria’s digital trust framework and advancing innovation within the digital economy.

The meeting, chaired by NITDA Director General, Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi, focused on identifying collaborative opportunities aligned with Nigeria’s digital transformation agenda and the Agency’s strategic priorities for building a secure, inclusive, and innovation-driven digital ecosystem.

Inuwa emphasised that trust remains a critical foundation for the growth of the digital economy, noting that secure systems and strong cybersecurity frameworks are essential for driving innovation, economic growth, and national development. He stated that building trust in digital platforms and services is key to accelerating adoption and unlocking opportunities across sectors.

He reiterated NITDA’s mandate as a regulator to create an enabling environment through forward-looking policies and regulatory frameworks that support innovation rather than promote specific technologies. According to him, government interventions are designed to stimulate markets, create opportunities, and empower both businesses and citizens to participate fully in the digital economy.

The Director General further reaffirmed Nigeria’s openness to investments that strengthen digital infrastructure and enhance digital services, stressing that sustainable national development is best driven by private sector participation under supportive regulatory and policy frameworks. He called for continued engagement to ensure alignment with national priorities and effective integration into Nigeria’s digital ecosystem.

In his remarks, Trust Stamp Vice President, Jonathan Pasha, highlighted the company’s global experience in secure verification and trust technologies, describing its approach as partnership-oriented and focused on delivering long-term value within local ecosystems. He noted that the company prioritises collaboration with governments and private sector stakeholders to address local challenges and expand access to secure digital services.

Pasha referenced Trust Stamp’s ongoing operations in Nigeria, including its collaboration with a telecommunications provider to enhance SIM swap prevention and fraud detection capabilities. He also outlined the firm’s biometric tokenisation technology, which converts biometric data into secure, privacy-preserving representations, enabling verification processes without exposing sensitive information.

He explained that the technology supports secure verification, fraud prevention, financial inclusion initiatives, and the tokenisation of real-world assets, while being designed to function effectively in low-connectivity environments and on low-specification devices to expand access to digital services.

Both parties expressed interest in advancing technical-level discussions to identify specific areas of collaboration aligned with national priorities and Nigeria’s digital transformation objectives.

NITDA reaffirmed its commitment to fostering a secure and trusted digital economy through strategic partnerships, robust regulatory frameworks, and initiatives that promote innovation, inclusion, and sustainable growth.


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