Tribute to Edwin Madunagu: A revolutionary icon @75 - ITREALMS

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Edwin Ikechukwu Madunagu who turns 75 on May 15, 2021, has been a consistent voice for the radical transformation of Nigeria in the last five decades. For this reason, comrades, friends, associates, and students, will organize a conference on the theme: “Progressive Politics as the Answer to the National Question: Problems and Prospects,” to celebrate this revolutionary icon, Marxist, mathematician, journalist and public intellectual.

This tribute is a reflection on what Edwin Madunagu, popularly called Eddie by friends and comrades, means to me, to Nigeria and the international socialist movement. Eddie has been described by one of his contemporaries and closest comrades, Biodun Jeyifo, Emeritus Professor of African and African American Studies and Comparative Literature at Harvard University, as “the greatest materialist historian and archivist of socialism and the Left in Nigeria’s political history.”

NCC mourns passage of Fasunle - ITREALMS

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The entire board, management and staff of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) are on mourning over the passage of Miss Feranmi Fasunle, reports ITREALMS.

Aged 19, Miss Fasunle, ITREALMS gathered, was the daughter of NCC Board chairman, Prof. Adeolu Akande.

Looking back: 45 years ago - ITREALMS

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Forty-five years ago, as I turned 30, I left Lagos for Ibadan. From Ibadan, together with a comrade of the same age, I left for a rural community somewhere between Gbongan and Ile-Ife in present-day Osun State. There we joined others, similarly inspired like us, about ten in number, male and female, excluding two kids whom we took turns to “baby-sit” in order to free the mother to participate fully in revolutionary duties.

We assembled to inaugurate an underground Marxist revolutionary vanguard embedded in the peasantry. While some members were fully in residence, others were semi-resident, but continually in touch with the Headquarters. I was not only fully in residence, but disappeared to the outside world for between 9 and 12 months.

Oyo: We've made real progress in development - ITREALMS

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Oyo State Governor, 'Seyi Makinde, on Thursday, declared that the administration has made real progress in developing and repositioning the state in the last two years.

The governor, who stated this while delivering a speech at the 2nd Circularity Africa Conference, held at the International Conference Centre, University of Ibadan, Ibadan, said that the government and the people of the state are seeing results in the areas of education, health, security and expansion of the state's economy.

NCC commiserates with board chairman over daughter’s passage - ITREALMS

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The Board, Management and entire staff of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) express grief and commiserate with the Chairman, Board of Commissioners of NCC, Prof. Adeolu Akande over the passage of his daughter, Miss Feranmi Fasunle.

Miss Fasunle, aged 19, was a promising 200-Level student of Political Science at the Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba Akoko, Ondo State, who dreamt of reading Law as a second degree.

Eid-el fitr felicitation: What NCC told Nigerians - ITREALMS

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The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has felicitated with Muslims in the country as they celebrate Eid-el fitr, reports ITREALMS.

The Commission, ITREALMS gathered in the spirit of the celebration greeted all Muslims on this year’s occasion through his social media handles including Twitter and Facebook.

Exclusive: CAB to mark 20 years in style - ITREALMS

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The Consumer Affairs Bureau (CAB) of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) will in September this year mark its 20^th anniversary, reports ITREALMS exclusively.

Giving this insight, the Director of CAB, Mr. Efosa Idehen in a live video monitored by ITREALMS, said the department would 20 this year and did could not offer more insight on how it will be celebrated.

@ITREALMS: Happy Sallah to our Muslim family - ITREALMS

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National blackout: TCN confirms collapse of grid, recovery efforts ongoing - ITREALMS

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The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has confirmed a nationwide blackout due to collapse of the national grid, reports ITREALMS.

Affirming this, the General Manager, Public Affairs at TCN, Mrs Ndidi Mbah, in a press statement available to ITREALMS on Wednesday, said the national grid experienced a total system collapse on Wednesday, May 12 resulting in a blackout in some parts of the country.

Eid el Fitr: Oyeyemi felicitates with Muslims, urges on COVID-19 protocol adherence - ITREALMS

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The Corps Marshal of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Dr Boboye Oyeyemi has congratulated the Muslim faithful on the occasion of 2021 Eid el fitr, reports ITREALMS.

A press statement available to ITREALMS, Oyoyemi stressed the need to sustain the spirits of love, kindness and unity demonstrated in the holy month beyond the celebration. 

Eid-el-Fitri: Oyo Muslim Ummah visits Makinde, praises leadership style - ITREALMS

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Oyo State Governor, 'Seyi Makinde, on Wednesday, said he never interfered with the appointments of judges in the state, adding that he only ensured that due process was followed to the letter in the appointments.
The governor, who stated this while hosting the Muslim Ummah in the state at his residence in Ibadan, added that his government has continued to be fair and just to all religions and that he has always ensured that merit and excellence were considered for appointments and recruitments in the state.

A statement by the Chief Press Secretary to the governor, Mr. Taiwo Adisa, quoted the governor as stating that though some elements had been trying to cause confusion along religious lines, they have not been successful because the government has been transparent and fair.

Murder in Uyo: Who killed Hiny Umoren? Who's covering up? Asks David Hundeyin - ITREALMS

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On Friday April 29, a 26 year-old lady set out around 1PM to attend a job interview in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State. Having recently completed her university program despite losing both parents, she was looking for a way to support herself before being called up for the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) program.

Instead of a job interview and hope for the future however, what she would actually encounter on that day would become one of the most shocking stories to ever emerge from Nigeria.

TD Africa @22: Leadership in tech distribution - ITREALMS

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TD Africa, Sub-Saharan Africa’s biggest technology and lifestyle distribution company, clocks 22 on Saturday, May 15, 2021.

To mark its 22 years of sterling leadership in the ICT distribution segment in Africa, the management of TD Africa has rolled out the drums to celebrate its partner ecosystem with a week-long discount sale tagged Sellerbration.

TAMPAN to honour Prince Dike with Artistes Night - ITREALMS

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The Lagos State Chapter of the Theatre Arts and Motion Pictures Practitioners Association of Nigeria (TAMPAN), has concluded plans to organise an Artistes' Night Celebration in honor of late Prince Lambert Onyebuechi Dike, who died last month, reports ITREALMS.

General Secretary, TAMPAN Lagos Chapter, Dele Ayobiojo, disclosed in a press statement available to ITREALMS, saying that the ceremony, would have in attendance, the Board of Trustees, headed by Otunba Adebayo Salami, Prince Jide Kosoko, Alhaja Lanre Hassan ( Iya Awero), Iya Rainbow, Prince Dele Odule, Agbaakin Yinka Quadri, and Tampan Global President, Otunba Bolaji Amusan a.k.a. Mr Latin.

CPN Presidency: Kole Jagun emerges, to take over from Prof. Uwadia - ITREALMS

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A consummate Information Technology (IT) practitioner and entrepreneur, Mr. Kole Jagun, has emerged the new President/Chairman of Council of Computer Professionals Registration Council of Nigeria (CPN), reports ITREALMS.

Until his election, Mr. Jagun was the immediate Past Vice–President and Vice-Chairman of CPN.

Exclusive: NCC celebrates National Technology Day - ITREALMS

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The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has joined the rest of humanity in commemoration of the National Technology Day, 2021, reports ITREALMS.

NCC in an animation sighted by ITREALMS on Tuesday, said its joining the celebration which holds on May 11 of every year.

No estimated bills in telecom sector says NCC - ITREALMS

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Bills for services in the nation’s telecommunications sector are not estimated but exact says the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), reports ITREALMS.

This was made known to ITREALMS at the maiden edition of the Telecom Consumer Conversation held at Garki International Market, Abuja recently on the theme: "Know your Rights and Obligations as a Telecom Consumer."

Eid-el-fitr: In Peace lies our freedom says Senator Oluremi Tinubu - ITREALMS

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Senator Oluremi Tinubu has felicitated with Muslims in the Lagos Central Senatorial District of Lagos State and allover the country, on the successful end of Ramadan 2021 and the celebration of Eid-el-fitr, reports ITREALMS.

Ramadan, she said, as one of the five pillars of Islam, is a lesson in self-control, holiness and empathy towards others. Beyond today, however, we must ensure that these lessons stay with us, guiding our actions and interactions with one another.

For selling drugged cookies online, 5 lands in NDLEA net - ITREALMS

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Five suspects including two sisters and three others have been arrested by men of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) in connection with online sale of drugged cookies, cakes, brownies and other illicit substances to residents of Abuja and beyond, reports ITREALMS.

Director of Media and Advocacy, NDLEA, Femi Babafemi, in a statement titled: "NDLEA busts online drug trafficking cartel, arrests five in Abuja."

Attack on Lagos: Pan-Yoruba group indicts Police over alleged IPOB plan - ITREALMS

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Nine Pan Yoruba groups have indicted the Nigeria Police over alleged IPOB plan to attack Lagos, saying its a face-serving attempt, reports ITREALMS.

They also alleged the purported Police report was meant to create scene of bad blood between the Indigenous Peoples of Biafra, (IPOB-IGBO) and people of South West especially the Yoruba.

Nzuko Umunna petitions COAS Attahiru over shoot-on-sight in south east order - ITREALMS

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The Nzuko Umunna, a Think-Tank of Igbo intellectuals and professionals all over the world has petitioned the Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Ibrahim Attahiru over the shoot-on-sight order and ongoing extra-judicial killings in the South-East zone, reports ITREALMS.

The petition dated Tuesday, May 11, 2021 was tagged an "Open Letter to the Nigerian Chief of Army Staff" the group alleged Attahiru's shoot-on-sight order given to Army troops in the South East in recent days, was given credence with a scheme for which new batches of men were moved over the weekend. 

Some facts and why National Technology Day – ITREALMS

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Historical path to National Technology Day:

Technology is the sum of techniques, skills, methods, and processes used in the production of goods or services or in the accomplishment of objectives, such as scientific investigation, according to open sourced online encyclopedia, Wikipedia.

Historically, ITREALMS gathered that the National Technology Day was formally pronounced in 1999, when then-Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee of India, declared May 11 as a day of significant achievement for the country.

Tribute: A year since my earthly angel answered the call by Andrew Okeleke - ITREALMS

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How time flies!

My dear wife, it is already one year since you exited this wicked world through the reckless driver of BRT bus No. 314 at a spot near Agric bus stop, Ikorodu road, Ikorodu, Lagos.

We spoke last at 7.14pm on that fateful day. And ten minutes later, you had been knocked down while attempting to cross over to the other side of the road to wait for me.

Governors of Southern Nigeria declare war on open grazing - ITREALMS

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The Governors of Southern Nigeria have declared war on open grazing including cattle movements to the south by foot, reports ITREALMS.

Arising from one day meeting of the governors in Government House Asaba, Delta State on Tuesday, they declared it as imperative for the enforcement of the ban on open grazing in the region.

FG reiterates determination to tackle terrorism says Lai Mohammed – ITREALMS

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The Federal Government of Nigeria is determined to decisively tackle terrorism and other violent crimes, reports ITREALMS.

This was reiterated by the Minister of Information and Culture, Alhaji Lai Mohammed during a chat with online publishers on Tuesday in Lagos.

Future cloud hosting service tops agenda @NITRA Technology Forum 2021 - ITREALMS

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The future of cloud hosting service is on top of agenda for the 2021 Technology Forum organised by the Nigeria Information Technology Reporters Association (NITRA), reports ITREALMS.

NITRA officials in a press statement available to ITREALMS noted that as an industry media association, NITRA has advanced preparation for its epoch event, the NITRA TECHNOLOGY FORUM 2021, with stakeholders in the cloud hosting services lined up in support of the event that holds on May 27 in Lagos.

GTR East Africa partners TechnologyMirror on host 2021 virtual forum - ITREALMS

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The Global Trade Review (GTR) East Africa is partnering TechnologyMirror, for a two-day edition for 2021, reports ITREALMS.

The success of the inaugural virtual event of GTR East Africa in October 2020, just as

TechnologyMirror prides itself as Africa’s technology news and information website and is keen to jointly host the 2021 edition commencing on Wednesday, May 12 through Thursday 13, 2021.

How NCC will offset cost of relocating NG-1R - ITREALMS

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The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has given some insight into how the organisations intends to offset the cost of relocating the Nigeria Satellite 1R as part of the execution of the recently signed Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) reports ITREALMS.

ITREALMS recalls that last week, NCC and Nigerian Communications Satellite (NigComSAT) 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.

Ndigbo Lagos refutes Joe Igbokwe's claims, insists they're peaceful people - ITREALMS

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The Ndigbo Lagos have wholesomely refuted the Joe Igbokwe latest claims in a video making a round on social media, and berated him for having such a clandestine thoughts about Ndigbo which only him is aware of, reports ITREALMS.

Speaking through the Director of Communication and Strategy, Prince Tony Eze, Ndigbo Lagos, said they were saddened by the video by Joe Igbokwe, a Political jobber of Lagos State Government and so-called Special Adviser Drainage and Water Resources, who claimed insider knowledge of a clandestine plot by some Igbo youths who he believes are IPOB members, to kill, to burn down police stations and public infrastructure in Lagos.

Yes, robbers were in Aso Rock says Presidency - ITREALMS

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The Presidency has confirmed a robbery attempt in Aso Rock, reports ITREALMS.

Affirming this incident on Monday, the presidential spokesman, Malama Garba Shehu via his Twitter handle said that there was an attempt to rob the residence of Ibrahim Gambari, chief of staff to President Muhammadu Buhari.

Lagosians to Sanwo-Olu: Take urgent steps to tackle security challenges, renew demand for special status - ITREALMS

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Lagosians have renewed demands for special status of Lagos State, just as they asked the State Government to take decisive actions on some security issues to rein in what they describe as a disturbing trend, reports ITREALMS. 

A press statement available to ITREALMS by the Chief Press Secretary to Governor Sanwo-Olu, Mr. Gboyega Akosile, suggested that among others, they demanded action against what many described as the menace of commercial motorcycles, otherwise known as Okada, kidnapping, armed robbery, cult clashes, and violent assaults.

Fresh COVID-19 restriction: Don't gather more than 50 persons says FG - ITREALMS

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The Federal Government has reintroduced fresh measures over COVID-19 restrictions across all 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), with a limit of 50 persons per gathering taking effect, reports ITREALMS.

This new directive, ITREALMS gathered, is to take effect by midnight of Tuesday, May 11, 2021.

Confirmed! FG declares 2-day public holidays for Eidul-Fitr celebration - ITREALMS

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A two-day public holidays have been declared to mark the 2021 Eidul-Fitr celebration, reports ITREALMS.

Disclosing this, the Minister of Interior, Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola, said the Federal Government has declared Wednesday 12th and Thursday 13th May, 2021 as Public Holidays to mark this year's Eidul-Fitr celebration.

Arrested helicopter: Abubakar disassociates self - ITREALMS

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The former Head of State, General Abdulsalami A. Abubakar, retired, has described as false and unfounded the news connecting him to alleged arrested helicopter supplying food to bandits, reports ITREALMS.

A press statement by his Media Aide, Dr. Yakubu Suleiman, on Monday and sighted by ITREALMS, Abubakar said ordinarily, he would have ignored such spurious news, but has to set the record straight.

Access Bank shoots down FCMB, Zenith as Bank Wars goes live - ITREALMS

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Visitors to the Tech Experience Centre, Africa’s cutting-edge technology and lifestyle hub on Saturday, May 8, 2021 were treated to exciting, high-scoring matches in the opening day of Bank Wars, a FIFA 21 Gaming competition featuring leading Nigerian banks.

Sponsored by Samsung, a foremost Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), Banks Wars seeks to crown the best side among the competing banks for the FIFA 21 tourney.

LG dissolution: We align with Supreme Court - ITREALMS

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The Oyo State Government stated on Monday that it was on the same page with the Justices of the Supreme Court in its May 7, 2021 ruling, which ordered the payment of salaries and allowances of the dissolved chairmen and councilors of local government councils in the state.

The state government in a statement made public in Ibadan said that as a believer in the rule of law and as a government with the utmost respect for the Supreme Court, it will comply with the ruling of the apex court.

Eid el Fitr: FRSC starts special patrol, deploys man, materials - ITREALMS

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Following the declaration of Thursday, 13th May, 2021 as the day of Eid el Fitr in Nigeria, the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has commenced massive Mobilisation of its personnel and operational equipments for the Sallah special patrol aimed at ensuring safer road environment, before, during the festive period and beyond.

This was disclosed by the Corps Public Education Officer, Bisi Kazeem who said not fewer than 35,000 of the FRSC Regular, Special Marshals, and Road Safety Club Members, about 750 Patrol Vehicles, 120 Ambulances, 25 Tow Truck and over 200 Bikes would be on the road during the special operation that would commence from 11 to 17 May, 2021.

Innocent Chukwuma: CSOs hold night of tribute in Enugu - ITREALMS

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Some Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) and friends of Innocent Chukwuma in Enugu State held a night of Tributes in honour of their friend and colleague, the Late Mr. Innocent Chukwuma, who passed away on Saturday, April 3, 2021, in Lagos.

The event, which was organized by the Centre For Memories (Ncheta Ndigbo), in collaboration with, Society of Igbo Professionals (SIP), South Saharan Social Development Organization (SSDO), DevEast, Prisoners’ Rehabilitation and Welfare Action (PRAWA), Peter Mbah Foundation, iServe2050, Nwanyibuife Cooperative, The Imo Economic Summit Group held at the weekend in Enugu.

TechForum'21: NITDA, Cloudflex, Rackcenter drum support for NITRA - ITREALMS

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The Nigeria Information Technology Reporters Association (NITRA) has declared its readiness to host an epoch event at its  TECHNOLOGY FORUM 2021, just as stakeholders in the cloud hosting services line up in support of the event slated for May 27, in Lagos, reports ITREALMS.

Chike Onwuegbuchi, chairman, NITRA

The event has received backing from the nation’s information technology regulator, the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA); Cloud services operator, Cloudflex and premier data center operator, Rackcenter.

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Use our toll-free numbers, NCC urges telecom subscribers - ITREALMS

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Telecommunications regulator in the country, the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has urged subscribers to leverage its toll-free numbers, reports ITREALMS.

NCC in a one of its latest regulatory initiatives to sensitise end-users, cautioned telecommunications subscribers in the country to avoid being short-changed by any service provider.

The Voice Nigeria: FirstBank imprints in entertainment, youths development - ITREALMS

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One of the key metrics that well defines a truly 21st century brand beyond profit making is its ability to connect with customers and stakeholders as a complete enabler, touching on vital aspects of their lives, creating exciting memories and enabling them to access more enjoyable and convenient lifestyle, in shopping, studying, working, traveling, family living, entertainment and aspirations.

Its ability to also give back to the community through tangible corporate social investment programs that significantly translate to improved living and not just mere formality and publicity stunts is also pertinent.

AASDU Presidency: Ebeledike takes over from Osakwe, promises prudence, peaceful co-existence - ITREALMS

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New President, AASDU

The newly elected Executive Committee of the Association of Anambra State Development Unions (AASDU) led by Sir Amechi Ebeledike as president, has been inaugurated, reports ITREALMS.

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Sir Ebeledike took over from the immediate past president, Chief Barrister Vincent Osakwe after a presentation of certificate of returns and swearing of new exco on Sunday in Lagos.

National pledge: Makinde extols virtues of late author, Prof. Felicia Adedoyin - ITREALMS

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Governor ‘Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has described the late writer of the national pledge, Professor Felicia Adebola Adedoyin, as an illustrious daughter of Oyo State, who made the Pace-Setter State proud.

The governor, who stated this in a condolence message to the family of the educationist and the Okere of Saki, Oba Khalid Olabisi, added that the late Adedoyin epitomised the quintessence of “A ji se bi Oyo laari” values, having left an indelible mark on the sands of time as a Nigerian.

PhotoSpeaks @ITREALMS - NCC inks deal with NigComSAT on 5G - ITREALMS

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