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Pay attention to what you upload on social media, expert warns
Pay attention to what you upload on social media, expert warns
Adenike Osofisan, first female professor of Computer Science in Africa, has restated the need to pay adequate attention to the ‘dark side’ of technology, irrespective of its numerous benefits to mankind.
Prof. Osofisan stated this while delivering the maiden combined convocation lecture of the Trinity university, Yaba, on Thursday in Lagos.
The title of the lecture is: Disruptive Technology; The Ambiguous Friend?
She listed some of the disruptive technologies in today’s world to include Artificial Intelligence and Machine Language, 3D Printing, Virtual and Augmented Reality and 5G.
Others, according to her, are Robots, Drones, Social Networks as well as Cybersecurity among others.
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She said as much as technology had added value to various spheres of human life, improved knowledge and skills, as well as provided connectivity, mankind must always be mindful of the ills associated with it.
“All disruptive technologies supersede an older process, products or habit with superior attributes.
“No technology is perfect. Disruptive technologies are friendly because of their usefulness in every sphere of human endeavor.
“However, they all come as a double edged sword, that needs to be constantly monitored and put in check with various methods to minimize issues.”
The don noted that while disruptive technologies such as intelligence and machine learning were rapidly changing today’s world and powering fourth industrial revolution, humanity does not need to be afraid of it, but rather, find a means of mitigating its dark side.
She warned of the danger associated with putting one’s history on the social media, including posting photographs of children and grandchildren.
Osofisan said the social media for example, was one of such technology platforms that must be handled with care when it comes to the upload of personal data.
“You can never tell who might want to make use of the information you have provided against you in the future.
“The social media as one of the disruptive technologies, does a great job to humanity. We indeed cannot do without them no doubt, but at the same time, we must beware of its other side, so as to know how to handle it appropriately.
“Yes, we use the social media to learn new things, acquire knowledge and skills, but we must try as much as possible not to allow it to work against us in any way.
“Again, government may need to buy equipment such as firewalls and other things that can be used to mitigate the negative effects of the social media. We cannot just adopt all these technologies without checking its other sides,” she said.
Explaining further, she said that the Cybersecurity for instance, is used in protecting critical systems and sensitive information from digital attack, as well as defend against reputation damage among many other benefits.
Prof Osofisan also argued that in spite of these benefits of cybersecurity, there exists a dark side.
“While the realm of Cybersecurity continues to evolve, there is a parallel world that operates in the shadows, called the ‘dark web’.
“The Dark web poses a lot of threats to Cybersecurity professionals and individuals. It is a hidden part of the internet that requires special software to access while providing anonymity to its users.
“Within this clandestine realm, hackers operate, connect and collaborate through various hacking forums and communities.
“The dark web provides a platform for hackers to enhance their skills, seek assistance and engage in illicit activities,” she said.
She identified common targets of hackers as private individuals, by exploiting their vulnerabilities in personal devices, or using social engineering techniques to gain access to personal information, bank accounts or social media profiles, among other targets.
According to her, they also target passwords, noting that the dark web hackers employ various techniques to crack weak passwords, giving them access to systems or accounts.
“It is therefore important to understand the threats hackers pose and strengthen defenses against them.
“ By implementing robust preventive measures and security practices, these nefarious dark web actors can be kept at bay,” she said.
The Pro Chancellor of the university, Mr Samuel Olatunji, described the lecture as apt and well delivered.
According to him, the university remains committed in doing something different, by producing graduates that are well equipped and ready for the world of work.
“In our few years of existence, there has been that heavy lifting and we are poised to continually fortify our foundation that will deliver on our glorious vision in education.
“So, with this our joint convocation, you can now begin to hold us accountable to what we said when we started,” he said.
Pay attention to what you upload on social media, expert warns
NiMet predicts 3-day sunshine, thunderstorms from Sunday
The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has predicted sunshine and thunderstorms from Sunday to Tuesday across the country.
NiMet`s weather outlook released on Saturday predicted sunny skies on Sunday with patches of cloud over the northern region.
It forecast isolated thunderstorms are expected over parts of Katsina, Borno, Yobe, Adamawa, Kaduna, Kebbi, Jigawa and Taraba States during the morning periods.
According to it, isolated thunderstorms are anticipated over parts of Adamawa, Zamfara, Sokoto, Kebbi, Bauchi, Gombe, Kaduna and Taraba States later in the day.
“Cloudy skies with intervals of sunshine are expected over the North Central region with prospects of thunderstorms over Kwara, Niger, Benue and Kogi States during the morning hours.
“ Widespread thunderstorms are expected over parts of the Federal Capital Territory, Benue, Niger, Nasarawa, Plateau and Kogi States later in the day.
“Cloudy skies with intervals of sunshine are anticipated over the southern states with chances of thunderstorms over parts of Rivers, Akwa Ibom, Bayelsa, Cross River and Delta States during the morning periods, “ it said.
According to him, thunderstorms are anticipated over parts of Ebonyi, Enugu, Imo, Abia, Cross River, Akwa Ibom, Rivers and Delta States later in the day.
NiMet envisages sunny skies on Monday with patches of cloud over the northern region during the morning periods.
“ Later in the day, isolated thunderstorms are anticipated over parts of Kaduna, Adamawa and Taraba States.
“The North Central region should be cloudy with chances of isolated thunderstorms over parts of Kogi, Benue, Niger the Federal Capital Territory and Kwara States during the morning hours.
“In the afternoon/evening hours, isolated thunderstorms are expected over parts of the Federal Capital Territory, Niger, Plateau, Benue and Nasarawa States,“ it said.
According to it, the southern region should be cloudy with thunderstorms over parts of Edo, Ondo, Enugu, Imo, Anambra, Bayelsa, Rivers, Akwa Ibom, Cross River, and Delta States during the morning hours.
It anticipated thunderstorms over parts of Oyo, Ebonyi, Imo, Abia, Ekiti, Edo, Ogun, Ondo, Bayelsa, Rivers, Akwa Ibom, Cross River, and Delta States later in the day.
It predicted sunny atmosphere on Tuesday with patches of cloud over the northern region with prospect of thunderstorms over parts of Taraba during the morning hours.
It predicted isolated thunderstorms over parts of Kano, Katsina, Kaduna, Adamawa and Taraba States as the day progresses.
“ The North Central region should be cloudy with sunshine intervals with prospects of isolated thunderstorm over parts of Niger State during the morning hours.
“Later in the day, isolated thunderstorms are expected over parts of the Federal Capital Territory, Kogi, Kwara and Benue States.
“Cloudy atmosphere with intervals of sunshine is expected over the southern region during the morning hours,“ it said.
The agency predicted thunderstorms over parts of Lagos, Cross River, Akwa Ibom, Rivers, Delta and Bayelsa States later in the day.
NiMet urged the public to take adequate precaution as strong winds might precede the rains in areas where thunderstorms were likely to occur.
The agency also advised Airline operators to get updated weather reports and forecasts from NiMet for effective planning of their operations.
NiMet predicts 3-day sunshine, thunderstorms from Sunday
Fuel scarcity will soon be over, Senate leader assures Nigerians
The Senate Leader, Opeyemi Bamidele, has assured Nigerians that the fuel crisis experienced in the country will soon be a thing of the past.
Bamidele gave this assurance in an interview with newsmen on the sidelines of the Oil Technology Conference (OTC) in Houston, Texas, on Friday.
According to him, the legislature is working tirelessly to ensure that fuel scarcity and frequent queues at filling stations are resolved.
He said that there were plans to involve more private-sector players in the construction of new refineries.
“The Senate is working to ensure that more private-sector players are licensed to own and operate refineries.
“This is to support other smaller ones that are springing up in several parts of the country.
“In addition to licensing new refinery operators, the Federal Government and Senate are working to ensure that the existing refineries are turned around with repairs and replacement of parts carried out where necessary.
Bamidele said the Senate had gotten assurance from the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Ltd., (NNPC Ltd.) that two of its refineries in Warri and Port Harcourt would come on stream before the end of the year.
He also noted that the commitment to licensing new refinery operators and revitalising existing refineries remained vital for increasing domestic oil production.
Opeyemi maintained that the focus was to ensure that Nugeria meets its OPEC production quota.
He explained that achieving such milestones would provide more revenue for the government and halt lack and borrowings.
By enhancing local refinery capacity, the Senator said that the country could reduce its dependence on fuel imports, leading to a potential decrease in petrol prices.
He explained that what drives pricing is the ability to meet demand in the face of every product, finding its level and place in a free market.
Also speaking, the Chairman,
Senate Committee of Downstream, Sen. Ifeanyi Ubah, said the last Turn Around Maintenance (TAM) that happened at the refineries was about 15 years ago, which led to the comatose state of the facility.
Ubah said that the non-deregulation of the downstream sector had put undue pressure on NNPC Ltd., as the entire industry depends on company for its petroleum needs.
He pointed out that no country could meet its energy needs by having a single entity; importing its petroleum product needs.
However, to be self-sufficient, Ubah urged the government to create a cluster of five to eight modular refineries within the riverine communities.
Fuel scarcity will soon be over, Senate leader assures Nigerians
BRAVE-IT lauds Nigeria military in fight against security challenge
By Halima Abdulkadiri
A non-governmental organization, Building Resilience Against Violent Extremism Insurgency and Terrorism (BRAVE-IT) has on Friday voice out their concern to violent extremism and terrorism.
This was contained by the National Coordinator of BRAVE-IT, Aisha Rabo, during breakfast meeting.
In her welcome address she said: “I am delighted to extend a warm welcome to all of you gathered here for this key meeting, which has been call to discuss the current security landscape of our nation and to laud the commendable efforts of our Armed Forces”.
BRAVEIT has always advocated for the non-kinetic strategy employed by the military in combating insurgency and addressing many security challenges. This strategy has shown to be highly effective, and we urge our Armed Forces to keep on in their implementation.
We envision a future where the people of Nigeria recognize and value the sacrifices made by our servicemen and women, thereby motivating them to continue their perfect service with dedication and professionalism.
Distinguished guests, both ladies and gentlemen, I extend my heartfelt welcome to each and every one of you.
BRAVE-IT lauds Nigeria military in fight against security challenge
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