Over 200 staff lose jobs as Microsoft shuts down centre in Nigeria Story by Uchechi OGBUEHI-DANIEL, Lagos In a significant setback to Nigeria’s burgeoning tech industry, reports suggest that Microsoft is considering the closure of its African Development Centre based in Lagos. This move, if confirmed, would have profound implications for the country’s technological landscape, potentially impacting job opportunities and innovation in the sector. According to industry insiders who spoke to journalists on Tuesday, Microsoft notified over 200 staff on Monday of the closure plans. According to reports, affected employees are slated to receive salary...