A device that can measure the gravitational force on a particle that weighs less than a grain of pollen could help us understand how gravity works in the quantum world. Despite keeping you stuck to the ground, gravity is the weakest force we know of. Only very large objects, like planets and stars, produce enough gravitational force […]
Remote Height and Weight Measurements for Children Proven as Accurate as in-Person
Confirmed by researchers at Pennington Biomedical, remotely gathered physical measurements to bridge gap for families who may be unable to attend in-person studies or doctor visits. Credit: Allyson Smith, PBRC The increased popularity of telehealth and telemedicine in recent years has provided a new level of accessibility for patients to visit doctors and learn more […]
Egypt Plans to Return Oil, Gas Production to Normal from 2025, PM Says
UABI, Aug 22 (Reuters) – Egypt plans to return oil and gas production to normal levels from 2025 with the help of international partners, Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly said in a press conference on Thursday. The North African country had aimed to become a regional hub for liquefied natural gas after a string of recent […]
Stakeholders Weigh Implications of BUA’s Cement Price Slash
THE reduction in the price of bags of cement to N3,500 by BUA Cement Plc on Sunday, October 1, will have immediate and far-reaching implications, say stakeholders in the real estate industry. BUA Group’s Chairman, Abdul-Samad Rabiu, disclosed the company’s intention to slash the product’s price when he visited President Bola Tinubu at the state house on September 15. […]
Petroleum Engineers Unveils 2025 Conference Theme, To Drive Oil Output Rise
Uche Cecil Izuora The Society of Petroleum Engineers (SPE) Nigeria Council has unveiled the theme for Nigeria Annual International Conference and Exhibition (NAICE) 2025: “Building a Sustainable Energy Future: Leveraging Technology, Supply Chain, Human Resources, and Policy.” The 48th edition of NAICE will be held from August 4th to 6th, 2025, with training courses scheduled […]
Dangote Refinery Says Petrol Refining Plan On Course
…As Report Says August Date Not Sure Yemisi Izuora A new report by Argus Media has revealed that first refined Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) also known as Petrol from Dangote refinery is expected from September 2024. Although the refinery’s management maintain that it is going ahead with its plan the media report quotes Nigeria’s government […]
Cement Prices drop to N8000 in Northern Nigeria Following Government Intervention
The current official price range for a bag of cement in the North stands between N8,000 and N9,500, a notable decrease from previous rates, in line with the federal government’s efforts to mitigate the soaring costs of construction materials. Cement remains relatively expensive in Nigeria compared to other African countries. Leading cement brands such as Dangote, Lafarge and […]
Penden Cement Clarifies on Underweight Cement Bags
Around the end of December 2023, there was viral video circulating in social media platform accusing Penden Cement Authority Limited (PCAL) management on dispatching underweight cement causing concerns. The video captures a man expressing dissatisfaction with the weight of cement, claiming it to be 3-5kg less than the actual weight. Initially, the weights displayed on […]
FG Moves to Ensure Accurate Measurement of Luggage at MMIA
In a bid to ensure accurate measurement of travellers’ luggage, the Federal Government on Thursday conducted a verification of measuring scales at the nation’s airports. The exercise was undertaken by the Weights and Measures Department of the Federal Ministry of Industry, Trade and Investment (FMITI) at the Murtala Mohammed International Airport (MMIA), Lagos. Speaking after […]
Balancing Security, Support, and Regulation: Nigerians Weigh in on the Complexities of Food Importation
Food insecurity remains a critical issue in Nigeria, with debates ongoing about the mBusinessDay’s recent poll BusinessDay JulyTalkExchange poll, sought to gauge public opinion on various aspects of food importation and its impact on Nigeria’s food crisis, agricultural policies, and local farming. This article delves into the poll’s findings, highlighting the diverse perspectives of respondents. Effectiveness of Food Importation in […]