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Expert Advocates AI Application For Breast Cancer Treatment

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2 years ago

January 31, 2024

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Dr. Leonardo Iheme, a Lead Data Scientist at EPAM Systems, a Turkish company, has called for adoption and use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Nigerian hospitals to enhance the treatment of breast cancer among women.

Iheme made the call on Wednesday in Bauchi while presenting a paper titled “Empowering the AI Revolution: A Guide for Modern Educators at the Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University (ATBU), Bauchi.

He explained that the use of AI could be effective in diagnosing and detecting cancer early in women with a great deal of accuracy.

The data scientist added that early detection could lead to early treatment which would save a lot of lives.

This, he said, would complement the efforts of the few available competent oncologists at various cancer treatment centres across the country.

Iheme said that the high number of patients seeking cancer diagnosis puts pressure and stress on the doctors caused minor errors in detecting tumours in patients, saying this could be avoided with the use of AI.

“Students who use AI are more likely to perform better than students who do not make use of AI.

“I’ve been working with AI for more than 12 years and I can tell you with full confidence that since I started using AI in my work, I have been more productive.

“There are things I could do in three hours before and today, I can do them in 20 minutes with the help of AI,” data scientist said.

According to him, there is need for Nigerian government’s involvement in the application of AI in all spheres of life.

He said if effectively applied, AI could help to develop health, agriculture, education and other sectors of the economy.

“It’s important for our public sector specifically the government, to be involved in this transformation and I’m very happy to say that in Nigeria, we are striving towards that.

“I’ve seen the works of the Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Dr Bosun Tijani and what he has been doing in this regard and so many other initiatives,” he said.

Reacting, the Vice Chancellor of the University, Prof. Muhammad Abdul’aziz, called on members of staff and students to make the best use of the resources offered by AI to deepen research and innovation.

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Transfer: Premier League Clubs Scramble For Dele-Bashiru

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5 hours ago

May 6, 2026

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Lazio midfielder, Fisayo Dele-Bashiru is a subject of interest from three Premier League clubs, according to Sky Sports.

Lazio reportedly rejected offers from Nottingham Forest and Bournemouth for the Nigeria international in January.

La Biancolesti are bracing for more interest in Dele-Bashiru ahead of the summer transfer window, according to Sky Sports.

The 24-year-old has two years left on his contract with the Serie A club.

The attacking midfielder joined the Rome-based club from Turkish Super Lig outfit Hatayspor in 2024.

He has been a regular feature for Lazio this season.

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Xenophobic Attacks: Nigerian Students To Picket MTN, MultiChoice, Other Businesses

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6 hours ago

May 6, 2026

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The leadership of the National Association of Nigerian Students, NANS South-West Zone D, has announced plans to picket South African companies in Nigeria following the ongoing xenophobic attacks in the country.

DAILY POST reports that some Nigerians were recently killed in South Africa over the violent attacks.

A statement issued to newsmen by Comrade Adeyemo Josiah Kayode, Coordinator, NANS South-West, Zone D, said that the association is mobilizing to take decisive and lawful action by organizing peaceful picketing and mass advocacy against South African business interests operating in Nigeria.

“We categorically state that the continued targeting of Nigerians under any guise is unacceptable and must come to an immediate end.

“This will include major corporations such as MTN Group and MultiChoice Group. It is morally indefensible for businesses to thrive in an environment where the lives of Nigerians are protected, while Nigerians are subjected to fear and violence elsewhere.

“This contradiction will no longer be tolerated,” the statement said.

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N5m, N10m Zero-interest Loans: SheVentures Opens Applications For Women Entrepreneurs

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8 hours ago

May 6, 2026

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First City Monument Bank (FCMB) has opened a new round of applications for its SheVentures proposition, offering zero-interest loans of up to ₦10 million to women entrepreneurs to ease access to working capital and support business growth.

The facility provides loans ranging from ₦500,000 to ₦5 million under a general category, and ₦5 million to ₦10 million for sector-specific businesses, with funding capped at up to 50% of an applicant’s average monthly turnover.

At the centre of the offering is a 0% interest rate, with all charges embedded in a transparent structure.

Repayment is structured over four or six months, allowing businesses to match obligations with their cash flow cycles.

Yemisi Edun, Managing Director and Chief Executive of First City Monument Bank (FCMB), said the initiative reflects a deliberate approach to inclusive growth.

“Inclusive growth requires access to capital and the right conditions for businesses to deploy that capital effectively.

“Women-led enterprises are critical to economic activity, yet they face structural barriers.

This intervention aims to help close that gap by providing financing that supports job creation, business expansion, and long-term sustainability for women entrepreneurs.”

“Access to affordable finance remains a major constraint for women entrepreneurs,” said Nnenna Jacob-Ogogo, Group Head, SheVentures and Impact Segments at First City Monument Bank (FCMB).

“By removing the cost barrier and offering quick, flexible funding, this zero-interest loan is designed to safeguard existing jobs, enable businesses to invest in growth initiatives, and foster resilience in challenging economic conditions.”

Women-owned businesses account for a significant share of Nigeria’s small and medium-sized enterprises but continue to face high borrowing costs and limited access to credit.

Through these efforts, SheVentures tackles persistent financing gaps facing women-led businesses, combining targeted funding with broader support to empower women entrepreneurs, encourage business innovation, and enhance their ability to compete on a national scale.

Applications for the zero-interest loan are now open.Apply now.