NCC to balance competition with disruptive technologies - ITREALMS

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The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has emphasised that in light of disruption in the technology world, it is keen on balancing healthy competition with entry of disruptive technologies to ensure sustainable telecoms industry growth and development in Nigeria.

The Executive Vice Chairman (EVC) of NCC, Prof. Umar Garba Danbatta, stated this during a presentation to the Commission by a delegation from SpaceX, an American aerospace manufacturer and space transportations services company, in Abuja on Thursday, May 6, 2021.

5G Marriage: Import of MoU between NCC, NigComSAT - ITREALMS

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A genuine reason to celebrate for what most industry stakeholders tagged ‘5G Marriage’ emerged within the week between the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) and Nigerian Communications Satellite (NigComSAT) with signing of a Memorandum of Understanding as part of digital cooperation, writes REMMY NWEKE.

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The nation was overflowing with the news of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) and Nigerian Communications Satellite (NigComSat) at the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Abuja, which symbolizes a marriage between the two agencies of the Federal Ministry of Communications and Digital Economy (FMoCDE).

EndSARS: Ekiti to pay additional 28 victims N13.8m compensation - ITREALMS

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Barely two weeks after preliminary reports was made to the Ekiti State Governor, Dr Kayode Fayemi, he on Friday received the final report with a promise to pay additional 28 victims some N13.8m compensation, reports ITREALMS.

Fayemi, ITREALMS gathered, received the final report from the State Judicial Panel of Inquiry into allegations of Human Rights Violation Against Police Officers including Officers of the Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS) and other Persons with an assurance that his government would implement the decisions of the panel to the letter.

Regulator advises on data depletion, underscores causes, preventions - ITREALMS

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The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has advised telecommunications consumers on data the causes of depletion and possible preventions, reports ITREALMS.

Experts at the Commission, ITREALMS gathered offered these highlights in a corporate showcase.

NCC reassures on technology neutrality for sustainable growth - ITREALMS

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To ensure sustainability of the telecoms industry growth and development in country, the regulator, Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has reassured on technology neutrality, reports ITREALMS.

The Commission also indicated this would amount to showing of keen interest in balancing healthy competition, especially with the often disruptive technologies.

Port Harcourt Refinery rehab: We can’t afford failure says NNPC – ITREALMS

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The Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) has kicked off construction work in the Port Harcourt Refinery rehabilitation project with a firm commitment not to fail Nigerians.

A statement by the Group General Manager, Group Public Affairs Division of the NNPC, Dr. Kennie Obateru, quoted the NNPC Chief Operating Officer, Refineries & Petrochemicals, Engr. Mustapha Yakubu, as saying that everything was being done to ensure that the project is delivered hitch-free and on schedule.

Tinubu condoles GO Adeboye's family, RCCG community - ITREALMS

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The national leader of the All Progressive Congress (APC), Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu has condoled with the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, Pastor Enoch Adeboye, his wife, Pastor Folu Adeboye, the Adeboye family over the death of their son, Pastor Oluwadamilare ‘Dare’ Adeboye, reports ITREALMS.

He also condoled with the RCCG community over the passage to the world beyond of their beloved son, husband, brother, father, uncle and pastor.

Starlink: SpaceX seeks license from NCC – ITREALMS

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The American company, SpaceX is seeking an operational license to bring Starlink to Nigeria, describing her telecom market as critical on the continent, reports ITREALMS.

SpaceX, ITREALMS gathered has been in close discussion with the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) in pursuance of all the necessary licenses to bring Starlink, its satellite-based broadband services to the country.

Facilitating contiguous bandwidth for 5G - ITREALMS

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A SPEECH DELIVERED BY THE EXECUTIVE VICE CHAIRMAN/CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER, NIGERIAN COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION (NCC), PROF. U. G. DANBATTA, AT THE SIGNING CEREMONY OF MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING (MOU) BETWEEN NCC AND NIGCOMSAT ON THE USE OF C-BAND SPECTRUM FOR 5G SERVICES IN NIGERIA.

I’m pleased and honored to welcome you all to this historic event between the Nigerian Communications Satellite (NigComSat) and the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) that will facilitate the release of contiguous bandwidth in one of the most suitable Frequency Spectrum band(s) for early deployment of fifth Generation Network (5G) services in the largest market in sub-Saharan Africa.

Fayemi consoles Adeboye over son's death - ITREALMS

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The Ekiti State Governor, Dr. Kayode Fayemi, has expressed his condolences on the death of Pastor Dare Adeboye, son of the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Pastor Enoch Adeboye.

The Governor described the death of Pastor Adeboye's son as an unfortunate development which has inflicted a wound in the hearts of family members in particular, the Christian community, all lovers of Adeboye and Nigerians in their millions.

Akande applauds Danbatta, Alale over MoU on 5G spectrum – ITREALMS

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The chief executive officer of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), Prof. Umar Garba Danbatta and his counterpart at the Nigerian Communications Satellite (NigComSat) Dr. Abimbola Alale have been applauded for facilitating the release of spectrum for commercial deployment of fifth generation (5G) services in the country, reports ITREALMS.

This applause came from the chairman, board of Commissioners at NCC, Prof. Adeolu Akande on Wednesday at the signing of the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in Abuja.

5G spectrum to boost digital economy, as NCC, NigComSAT sign MoU - ITREALMS

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The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) and Nigerian Communications Satellite (NigComSat) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) that will facilitate the release of contiguous bandwidth in one of the most suitable frequency spectrum bands for early deployment of fifth Generation (5G) Network services in Nigeria.

The MoU signing ceremony was the high point of discussions by the two organisations on how to relocate the  NG-1R satellite of NigComSat to the standard C-band 300MHz (3.9GHz – 4.2GHz) portion of the band, which is considered more suitable in terms of satellite service offering because of the advantage of cheaper terminal devices for end users.

Bridge to MassChallenge Nigeria debuts, partners NITDA - ITREALMS

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MassChallenge Nigeria has made a debut, just as they are partnering with the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), reports ITREALMS.

NITDA sources confirmed to ITREALMS that they have been in close alignment of goals, as far as this partnership is concerned to stimulate economic vitality and job creation in Nigeria.

NCC MoU with NigComSAT to propel early 5G deployment in Nigeria - ITREALMS

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The latest Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed between the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) and Nigerian Communications Satellite (NigComSat) would propel early Fifth Generation (5G) deployment in the country, reports ITREALMS.

The Executive Vice Chairman (EVC) and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of NCC, Prof. Umar Garba Danbatta gave this insight at the signing ceremony held in Abuja, saying he was honoured to be part of this historic event.

NCC counsels consumers on ‘bill of rights’ - ITREALMS

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Apex telecommunications regulator, the Nigerian Communication Commission (NCC) has counselled consumers of telecommunications services on the importance of them to be knowledgeable about their rights before purchasing associated devices, reports ITREALMS.

According to NCC in a shared infographic available to ITREALMS that Consumer Bill of Rights, refers to group of consumer rights which introduced as part of legal and moral duties for the protection of buyers of goods or services. 

ICPC, Finance Ministry move to reduce cost of governance - ITREALMS

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The Minister of Finance, Budget and National Planning, Mrs. Zainab Shamsuna Ahmed, has requested the assistance of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) to help in reducing the high cost of governance in the public sector. 

Spokesperson, ICPC, Mrs. Azuka Ogugua quoted her as saying this at a Policy Dialogue on Corruption and Cost of Governance in Nigeria organised by the Anti-Corruption Academy of Nigeria (ACAN) the training and research arm of ICPC at the Commission’s headquarters in Abuja.

BREAKING: Surendran replaces Ogunsanya as CEO Airtel Nigeria -ITREALMS

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Airtel Networks Limited (Airtel Nigeria), a subsidiary of Airtel Africa plc, has named the Mr. C. Surendran as the new Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer (MD and CEO) of Airtel Nigeria with effect from 1 August 2021, reports ITREALMS.

Mr. Surendran replaces Mr. Olusegun (Segun) Ogunsanya. Mr. Olusegun (Segun) Ogunsanya will become Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Airtel Africa plc with effect from 1 October 2021, with a transition period from 1 August 2021.

Low uptake of economic stimulus in South-East worries CBN - ITREALMS

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The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has expressed concern over the low participation of the South-East in its economic stimulus, reports ITREALMS.

The acting-Director, Corporate Communications Department at CBN, Mr Osita Nwanisobi, made this observation on Tuesday at the CBN Fair in Enugu, stressing that CBN stimulus packages were meant to aid jobs creation, and engender financial inclusion by providing access to relevant.

BREAKING: Fr. Mbaka re-appears - ITREALMS

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Embattled Priest in-charge of the Adoration Ground, Enugu Catholic Archdiocese, Reverend Father Ejike Mbaka has appeared in Enugu, after a serious of protesters cause traffic in the state capital reports ITREALMS.

The protesters also damaged a part of Bishop's court in Enugu.

Fr. Mbaka, according to BBC.com reports monitored by ITREALMS had appeared when protesters went in search of him at the Catholic Bishop’s Court, Enugu on Wednesday.

ICANN plans launch of forum to support in Africa - ITREALMS

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The Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) has concluded plans to launch a new regional pilot event, the Africa Engagement Forum, reports ITREALMS. 

The event, ITREALMS gathered is part of the Africa Regional Plan and has been slated to take place from 19- 20 May 2021.

What Akande said @NCC, NIGCOMSAT MoU - ITREALMS

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SPEECH DELIVERED BY THE CHAIRMAN BOARD OF COMMISIONERS, NIGERIAN COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION PROF. ADEOLU AKANDE AT THE MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING (MoU) SIGNING CEREMONY BETWEEN NIGERIAN COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION (NCC) AND NIGERIAN COMMUNICATION SATELLITE LIMITED.

I am highly honored to welcome you all to this ceremony organized by Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) and the Nigerian Communications Satellite (NigComSat) to facilitate the release of spectrum for commercial deployment of 5G services in Nigeria.

Fr. Mbaka disappearance: Protest rocks coal city - ITREALMS

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Reports reaching ITREALMS has it that the coal city has been rocked with protest by the supporters of the Enugu-based priest, Reverend Father Ejike Mbaka of the Adoration Ministry, Enugu, Enugu State.

ITREALMS gathered that Fr. Mbaka has been missing in action from his Adoration Ministry ground after he purportedly visited the Catholic Bishop of Enugu, Most Rev. Calistus Onaga on Tuesday and has not been seen at the time of filing this report.

FIFA21: Banks battle for honours @Tech Experience Centre - ITREALMS

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The Tech Experience Centre, Africa’s cutting-edge technology and lifestyle hub, is set to come alive this weekend as eight leading Nigerian banks do battle to crown the winners of a FIFA 21 Gaming competition.

Tagged Bank Wars, the keenly-anticipated competition is set to commence on Saturday, May 8, 2021 at the centre located at Yudala Heights, 13A Idowu Martins Street, Victoria Island, Lagos.

'Like NIN, like Social Security in US' - ITREALMS

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Nigerians have been advised to see the current ongoing mandatory registration of National Identity Number (NIN) with the Subscriber Identification Module (SIM) as similar to the use of Social Security Number in other climes, reports ITREALMS.

This advice was contained in a communique from the May meeting of the leadership of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) and National Identification Management Commission (NIMC) under the Ministry of Communications and Digital Economy (MoCDE) on Tuesday.

Finalists emerge @IHRAF essay with Ugochukwu Anadi topping list - ITREALMS

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Three finalists have emerged in teh International Human Rights Art Festival (IHRAF) essay competition with Ugochukwu Anadi topping the list as star prize, reports ITREALMS.

Others include Charles Iornumbe and Osho Tunde who took the first runner up and second runner up respectively.

Confirmed! Nigeria records 54m subscribers on NIN database – ITREALMS

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Nigeria now has confirmed over 54 million telecommunications subscribers linked in the database of the National Identity Number (NIN) through their Subscribers Identification Module (SIM), reports ITREALMS.

This is coming as Federal Government (FG) has approved the extension of the deadline to June 30, 2021.

Fayemi, Ekiti stakeholders agree to cut government spending - ITREALMS

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Based on the current economic situation in the country, the Ekiti State stakeholders on Tuesday agreed with the state government on measures to cut government spending as a way of bailing the state out of current economic challenges occasioned by downturn in global economy, reports ITREALMS.

This is as the State Governor, Dr Kayode Fayemi disclosed that his administration wold not sack any worker despite the cash crunch being experienced in the state, despite the need for cut in government spending.

NIN enrolment reaches 54m, FG approves June 30 as NIN-SIM verification deadline - ITREALMS

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The Federal Government has approved the extension of the deadline for National Identity Number (NIN)-Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) data verification to the 30th of June, 2021.

The extension was as a result of the virtual meeting chaired by the Honourable Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, Dr Isa Ali Ibrahim Pantami, FNCS, FBCS, FIIM, and attended by following officials- Chairman of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), Prof. Adeolu Akande, the Executive Vice Chairman/CEO of NCC, Prof. Umar Garba Dambatta and the Director-General/CEO of the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC), Engr. Aliyu Azeez.

Ripoti: Digital rights violations in Africa, worrisome says PI - ITREALMS

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A growing number of Africans are using Information and Communications Technology (ICT) on a regular basis, which has made digital technologies critical to the enjoyment of their rights and improvement of their livelihoods, reports ITREALMS.

Thus, is worrisome that many governments have taken steps to undermine internet access and even encroach on civic participation and the right to freedom of expression online, according to Paradigm Initiative (PI).

Executive Director, Paradigm Initiative, Mr. Gbenga Sesan informed ITREALMS that this situation gave birth to the recent launch of Ripoti, noting that some countries, have also cracked down on human rights defenders or journalists who challenge the state authorities.

CyFrica 2021: NITDA, CERT-MU, others lead experts @virtual summit - ITREALMS

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African countries are brimming with potential as investment in technology infrastructure is seen as a very important catalyst for economic and social transformation in the region.

This opens doors for an increasing number of cyber risks which can become an obstacle in the path of the total digital transformation in these countries. According to recent reports, phishing and ransomware attacks will continue to be top concerns for this year.

FirstBank’s Firstmonie agents hits 100,000 – ITREALMS

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First Bank has disclosed that it now has 100,000  Firstmoney agents nationwide, reports ITREALMS.

Source at FirstBank informed that ITREALMS, "If you live in Lagos, Abuja or Port Harcourt, or you reside in any of the other state capitals, you probably take for granted that you actually live in the better of the two worlds that make up Nigeria when it comes to banking." 

Take Lagos, for example, you would find a bank in almost any corner you turn. You have many streets in business or commercial areas in the city that are lined up by nothing but banks in all their glory and magnificence. If a count is taken, it could be established that there are probably more bank branches in Lagos than any other branded business outlets or branded activity centres – if street stores and religious centres are excluded.

Ease access to Information and Protect Journalists: MRA demands mechanism from FG - ITREALMS

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On the occasion of this year’s World Press Freedom Day (WPFD), Media Rights Agenda (MRA) is today calling on the Federal Government to make a commitment to put mechanisms in place to ensure ease of access to information for citizens and create a conducive environment for journalists and media workers to safely carry out their professional duties.

In addition to enabling the government fulfil its legal obligations, such a commitment, MRA noted, would signal the government’s genuine belief in the theme of this year’s WPFD, “Information as a Public Good”, which according to Ms Audrey Azoulay, Director-General of UNESCO, "underlines the indisputable importance of verified and reliable information.”

Polaris Bank empowers 188 Nigerians, 6 millionaires emerge - ITREALMS

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Six Nigerians on Thursday emerged millionaires in the Polaris Bank ‘Save and Win’ grand finale promo draws.

The millionaires include: Williams F. Atinuke, a customer of Ikorodu Local Govt branch; Bello G. Amthe, a customer of Maiduguri branch and Sani Mohammed, a customer of Kura branch, Kano. Others are Okoro N. Arua, a customer of Aba Factory Road branch, Abia State; Ndidi M. Ebagua, a customer of Benin Main branch, Edo State and Ogunbowale Isola, a customer of Sokenu Road branch, Abeokuta, Ogun State.

Fight Against Corruption: UNILAG alumni backs ICPC - ITREALMS

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The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) branch of University of Lagos Alumni Association (UNILAGAA) has expressed its unabridged support to the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) over its fight against corruption in the country, reports ITREALMS.

The Chairman of the FCT Branch of UNILAG Alumni Association, Mr. Aliu Akoshile, stated this when he led a delegation of new executive committee members of the Association on a courtesy visit to the ICPC Chairman, Prof. Bolaji Owasanoye, SAN.

Breaking: 5m internet jobs: Microsoft partners FG on digital plan - ITREALMS

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President of Microsoft, Mr. Brad Smith has announced a digital plan to create some 5 million jobs for Nigerians leveraging the power of the Internet infrastructure, reports ITREALMS.

This job creation effort, he said, would be in partnership with the Federal Government of Nigeria to accelerate the nation’s efforts in becoming a more digital economy.

We'll deliver democracy dividends to Oyo people - ITREALMS

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Governor 'Seyi Makinde of Oyo State, late on Saturday, met with chairmanship and vice chairmanship candidates of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the forthcoming local government election in the state, charging them not to take the electorate for granted.

The governor, who pledged his support for the candidates in the election said that they must work hard for victory.

Ibadan airport upgrade: FAAN applauds 'GSM' - ITREALMS

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Governor ‘Seyi Makinde (GSM) of Oyo State, has been applauded by the

Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria

 (FAAN), Ibadan Airport, for the roles played by the state government in the recent attainment of Category 6 Status by the Ibadan Airport, reports ITREALMS.

Hailing the state government for committing both human and material resources to the process towards the attainment of the CAT 6 status and recognition by the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), the Ibadan Airport management stated that the feat was an exclusive achievement of the Makinde administration.

May Day: Makinde thanks Oyo workers for progress recorded - ITREALMS

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Oyo State Governor, 'Seyi Makinde, on Saturday, lauded both private and government workers in the state, for what he called their unflinching support and contributions towards the economic growth of the state.

Governor Makinde, while speaking at the May Day celebration, held at the the Obafemi Awolowo Stadium, Ibadan, acknowledged the dedication and commitment of the workers, saying that the success recorded in the state in the last two years would not have been possible if not for the positive attitude of the workers.

Exclusive: Suspension of SIM activation was difficult decision says Danbatta – ITREALMS

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The decision to suspend the activation of Subscribers Identification Modules (SIMs) by the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has been described as a difficult one, reports ITREALMS. 

The Executive Vice Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of NCC, Prof. Umar Garba Danbatta, ITREALMS gathered made this disclosure, weekend in a virtual keynote address to the 3rd Discourse Series of the Advocaat Law Practice, entitled "Powering Fourth Industrial Revolution in Nigeria."