2021 Library Day: Danbatta canvasses digitisation of knowledge resources, improved reading culture - ITREALMS

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The Executive Vice Chairman and Chief Executive Officer (EVC/CEO) of NCC, Professor Umar Garba Danbatta, has canvassed on private and public institutions to leverage Information and Communication Technology (ICT) to digitise their hard copy knowledge materials to make them more efficiently accessible to their workforce and external stakeholders, reports ITREALMS.

Danbatta made the call on Wednesday, June 23, 2021, when the Commission joined the rest of the world to celebrate the 2021 Library Day with the theme: "Welcome to Your Library.”

Exposed! How Buhari regime funded Adamu Garba’s Crowwe to rival Facebook, Twitter - ITREALMS

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The Peoples Gazette (PG) has uncovered how the Buhari administration provided seed capital for Adamu Garba’s Crowwe social media platform, hoping the firm would help the government dominate internal narratives while squaring an ardent challenge to Facebook and Twitter for the Nigerian audience.

The Gazette obtained bank documents that carried a transfer of funds from the Central Bank of Nigeria to Mr Garba’s IPI Solutions, a software engineering firm run by Mr Garba. The company developed and deployed the Crowwe social media app.

MainOne launches MDXi Data center @Appolonia City Accra - ITREALMS

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MainOne, a leading provider of wholesale connectivity solutions and superior colocation services has expanded its digital footprint with the formal launch of its subsidiary, MDXi Data center in Appolonia City, Accra, Ghana, reports ITREALMS.

The event which took place at the premises of the Data Center facility on the morning of Thursday June 24, 2021 saw MainOne showcase the 100+rack facility to its invited guests. 

We’re leveraging NigComSAT-1R to linkup hinterlands says Alale @NDSF2021 - ITREALMS

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The Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Nigerian Communications Satellite (NigComSAT), Dr. Abimbola Alale has said they are leveraging NigComSAT-1R to provide complimentary solutions for an effective digital economy, reports ITREALMS.

Speaking at the 2021 Nigeria DigitalSENSE Forum series on Internet Governance for Development (NDSF) held in Lagos recently at Golden Tulip Essential Hotel, she said they are leveraging the NigComSAT-1R I by linking stakeholders, especially ones in the hinterland.

NCC marks 2021 Library Day as Danbatta urges digitisation of knowledge resources, improved reading culture - ITREALMS

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The Executive Vice Chairman and Chief Executive Officer (EVC/CEO) of NCC, Professor Umar Garba Danbatta, has called on private and public institutions to leverage Information and Communication Technology (ICT) to digitise their hard copy knowledge materials to make them more efficiently accessible to their workforce and external stakeholders.

Danbatta made the call on Wednesday, June 23, 2021, when the Commission joined the rest of the world to celebrate the 2021 Library Day with the theme: "Welcome to Your Library.”

Tribute to late president, Aka-Ikenga, Ralph Umeadi Eke - ITREALMS

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Nnene Nwa afo Anambra, acclaimed Old War Horse, former member of its First Eleven Squad in Stature, Service, Patriotism, Bridge Building and Aku Luo Uno philosophy..... hence a great friend of AASDU. As Pioneer President of AKA Ikenga, Ralph laid a raft foundation and a memorable connection with AASDU Lagos.

Aka Ikenga and AASDU have remained great rallying points for high profile Ndigbo and Ndi Anambra respectively. He is passionately remembered by the older members of our dear Association in particular, for his selfless and sacrificial services.

Ubale Maska emerges Auction Adviser on 5G deployment @NCC - ITREALMS

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The Executive Commissioner, Technical Services at the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), Engr. Ubale Maska, has been named the Auction Adviser to the recently inaugurated Committee to develop Information Memorandum (IM) for the deployment of Fifth Generation (5G) networks in the country, reports ITREALMS.

Inaugurating the 18-member Committee in Abuja recently the Executive Vice Chairman (EVC) and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of NCC, Prof. Umar Garba Danbatta, unveiled Commissioner Maska as Auction Adviser to the committee.

Fayemi pays glowing tributes at ex-chair Ekiti SUBEB, Prof. Aladejana @funeral - ITREALMS

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Ekiti State Governor, Dr Kayode Fayemi spike glowingly of the late Prof Francisca Aladejana, former Provost of the College of Education, Ikere- Ekiti, at her funeral mass held at the St Patrick's Catholic cathedral, Ado Ekiti on Thursday. He described the deceased as a rare breed scholar and administrator who loved and served the state passionately.

Prof Aladejana aged 62 years, was until her death, the Special Adviser to the Governor on Basic, Secondary and Vocational Education. She had previously served as Chairperson of the State’s Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB).

LG OLED Tvs: Ultimate for cinema, sports & gaming - ITREALMS

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The global leader in OLED TVs, LG Electronics has raised the bar again with its new LG OLED models led by two new art-inspired GX Gallery series 4K Ultra HD TVs, 77 and 65 inch class, reports ITREALMS.

OLED Tv, ITREALMS gathered, is an Organic Light-Emitting Diode (OLED), also known as organic electroluminescent (organic EL) diode; a light-emitting diode (LED) in which the emissive electroluminescent layer is a film of organic compound that emits light in response to an electric current.

Scandal in NECO: ICPC urged to investigate Kaduna centre - ITREALMS

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A media organization, Signature TV has called on the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) to probe some staff of the National Examination Council (NECO) for engaging in examination scandals at a centre in Kaduna State.

The call was made by the Chief Executive Officer of Signature TV, Mr. VinMartin Obiora Ilo, during the unveiling of Corruption Tori Season Two in Abuja, recently.

'Stop playing irresponsible politics with Rahmon's death' - ITREALMS

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The Chief Press Secretary to Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State, Mr. Taiwo Adisa, has warned opposition politicians in the state, to desist from playing irresponsible politics with the death of Rahmon Azeez, reports ITREALMS.

Azeez, ITREALMS recalled, lost his life in the violence that erupted in Iwo Road recently.

ICPC recovers about $700m assets since 2015 - ITREALMS

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The Chairman of Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), Prof. Bolaji Owasanoye, has disclosed that his office has recovered about $700m assets since 2015, reports ITREALMS.

He also said that in Nigeria, precisely Benin, Edo State, two major artefacts have been returned while the country has recovered between $600 million and $700 million assets in the last six years.

Academy of Engineering honours Danbatta - ITREALMS

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The Nigerian Academy of Engineering (NAE) has honoured the Executive Vice Chairman (EVC) of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), Prof. Umar Garba Danbatta with an award, for supporting engineering technology in the country, reports ITREALMS.

The award was presented by the NAE President, Prof. Alex Ogedegbe, to Danbatta in Lagos during the 2021 Academy Technology Dinner/Lecture.

Stephanie Linus is Brand Ambassador @Gree AC - ITREALMS

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The Choice International Group (CIG), manufacturers of Gree Air conditioner and a leading home appliances brand has introduced Stephanie Linus as its brand ambassador in Nigeria, reports ITREALMS.

The event was graced by investors and the brand's business partners from Nigeria and China, who were delighted to witness the spectacular beginning of a new phase.

INEC, Police: Ozigbo condemns Awka attack, sues for peace, urges community vigilance - ITREALMS

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Frontrunner in the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) gubernatorial candidates, in the Anambra state Mr. Valentine Ozigbo, has described Sunday night's attacks on police and INEC facilities in Awka, the capital of Anambra State, as "unfortunate" and "an act capable of throwing the state into anarchy" reports ITREALMS.

According to press and eyewitness reports, hoodlums attacked the B Division of the Nigeria Police Force in Anambra State at Jerome Udoji Secretariat Road and the Awka office of the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, setting both facilities ablaze.

Violation of INEC Act: APGA ruled out of November 6 governorship in Anambra - ITREALMS

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The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has declared that for violating the Electoral Act 2010 as amended, the ruling All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) has been ruled out of the forthcoming November 6, 2021 governorship poll in Anambra State, reports ITREALMS.

INEC, ITREALMS gathered in Abuja Wednesday hinted that APGA’s disqualification followed the party’s failure to comply with Section 85 of the Electoral Act.

Quota system: Chidoka decries elevation of federal character over merit - ITREALMS

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The former Minister of Aviation, Chief Osita Chidoka has decried attempts to elevate federal character over merit in the promotion and appointment of public service in the name of quota system unchecked, reports ITREALMS.

Chidoka who was at a time the Corps Marshal and Chief Executive of Federal Road Safety Corps, made this known at a public discourse in Abuja.

Engineering body honours NCC for contribution to economic development

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The Nigerian Academy of Engineering (NAE), one of the highest professional bodies in the engineering field in the country, has presented an award to the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) in recognition and appreciation of its support of the activities of the academy towards enhancing economic development.

The NAE is a not-for-profit and non-governmental organisation established for the purpose of promoting excellence in technological and engineering training and practice to ensure the technological growth and economic development in Nigeria.

Draft annual operating levy, fees: NCC calls for input - ITREALMS

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The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has called for input into the draft annual operating levy, frequency spectrum fees and pricing among others, reports ITREALMS.

The Commission in a public notice published on June 22, 2021, noted this is in exercise of its functions under the Nigerian Communications Act 2003.

Prof Soludo emerges APGA guber candidate for Anambra - ITREALMS

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Professor Charles Chukwuma Soludo has emerged as the Governorship candidate of All Progressive Grand Alliance (A.P.G.A), for Anambra State, this evening by pooling in Awka with 792 votes, reports ITREALMS.

APGA, ITREALMS recalled held its governorship primaries in Awka, the state capital on Wednesday.

Investment in Africa’s value chains, catalyst for post-pandemic recovery - ITREALMS

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As Africa looks to rebuild in the aftermath of COVID-19, corridor financing and investing in productive infrastructure will be key to economic recovery and sustained growth across the continent. 

The pandemic brought to light Africa’s vulnerable infrastructure network. However, this same weakness now has the potential to be a driving force in the continent’s economic recovery. Large infrastructure programmes have the potential to unlock Africa’s long-term potential, while also offering immediate employment opportunities for those struggling as a result of the pandemic.

State’s IPP project'll be ready soon says Fayemi - ITREALMS

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Ekiti State Governor, Dr Kayode Fayemi on Tuesday commissioned an Independent Power Plant project at the Afe Babalola University, Ado Ekiti (ABUAD), with an assurance that the State Government would continue to support the institution's initiative to achieve its visions of becoming a globally renowned institution.

Dr. Fayemi who alongside the Osemowe of Ondo Kingdom, Oba Victor Kiladejo, former Governor of Ekiti State, Engr Segun Oni, Chairman Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria, Prof Abba Waziri, and other reputable individuals performed the foundation laying of nibe other projects at the ABUAD industrial Park, described the Founder of the institution as a man of endless possibilities.

Impact of social media addiction on mental health of users - ITREALMS

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Social media has many positive effects on its users but excessive use of social media platforms also has many negative effects, particularly on the mental health and well-being of users irrespective of age, sex, status or profession.

In today's internet age, increased accessibility to the internet has increased the usage of social media tremendously. As a result of this, many users of internet are ignorantly getting addicted to social media the same way they get addicted to other addictive substances e.g. alcohol, tobacco and drugs.

Africa: Prioritize assets recovery @regional, global levels says Owasanoye - ITREALMS

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Chairman of Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), Prof. Bolaji Owasanoye, SAN, has advised African Governments to prioritize the recovery of assets at domestic, regional and global levels, including return of artworks and artefacts, reports ITREALMS.

Owasanoye gave this counsel on Tuesday during a virtual Commonwealth regional conference for anti-corruption agencies in Africa.

National Traffic Radio: Legacy of road safety advocacy - ITREALMS

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When the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) was established by the military administration in Nigeria on 18 February 1988 in response to the menace of road traffic crashes, one of the cardinal strategies adopted by the founding fathers and enshrined in the enabling law was the use of public enlightenment tools as instruments for creating the desired changes and achieving the goal of a safer road environment. The idea was to complement the civil approach which the Corps sees as its value and upon which it has been relying to patrol the wide network of road since its establishment.

The pioneer Chairman of the FRSC Board, Professor Wole Soyinka saw road safety campaign as an inevitable activity that must be undertaken to keep the roads safer. He described FRSC as, "a preventive medicine." He also saw road safety campaign as a shared responsibility which no single person or organisation can handle while maintaining the superiority of civility over coercion.

Asaju chairs NCC's IM committee on 5G deployment - ITREALMS

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The Director, Spectrum Administration at the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), Engr. Oluwatoyin Asaju, has been named the chairman of the  committee to develop the Information Memorandum (IM) for the auction of 3.5 gigahertz (GHz) spectrum band for deployment of Fifth Generation (5G) networks, reports ITREALMS.

Confirming this, the Director, Public Affairs, NCC, Dr. Ikechukwu Adinde in a press statement available to ITREALMS, this IM when completed, will be used for early deployment of 5G services in the country.

Dialogue with Twitter: Buhari gives FG nod, names team - ITREALMS

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The President, General Muhammadu Buhari, retired, has given his nod for a dialogue between the Federal Government (FG) and embattled Twitter over the suspension of the microblogging services in Nigeria, reports ITREALMS.

This follows his approval for the composition of the Federal Government's Team to engage with Twitter.

AASDU eulogises late Aka Ikenga president, Chief Ralph Eke in tribute – ITREALMS

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The Association of Anambra State Development Unions (AASDU) Lagos, has paid glowing tribute to the pioneer president of Aka Ikenga, Chief (Engr.) Ralph Umeadi Eke, Ozumba Awka, reports ITREALMS.

In a address delivered at the night of tribute by Aka-Ikenga in Lagos and made available to ITREALMS, the President of AASDU, Sir Amechi Ebeledike eulogised the former pioneer-president for his outstanding qualities.

Post-COVID-19: INWOAD advocates inclusive governance, demands Commission on sexual, gender violence - ITREALMS

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Rising from its recent national meeting, the Initiative for Women's Accelerated Development in Africa (INWOAD) has called for improved gender equality and inclusive governance, reports ITREALMS.

The group in a communique available to 
ITREALMS and endorsed by the National President, Ms Evelyn Onyilo and National Secretary, Ms Winny Fonaka, INWOAD noted that the Covid 19 pandemic and its attendant consequences have impacted negatively on most countries of the world thereby bringing about a huge humanitarian crisis.

Konga Travel dangles attractive summer package - ITREALMS

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Konga Travel and Tours, Nigeria’s frontline travel booking agency, is offering flyers the best travel packages to choice summer destinations around the world, in addition to putting its considerable expertise at their disposal in aiding them process their visa and passport requirements.

The development serves as good news for millions of Nigerians in search of attractive travel deals for their summer vacations.

Twitter ban: 5 NGOs, 4 Journalists sue FGN @ECOWAS court - ITREALMS

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Some five non-governmental organizations and four journalists have filed a suit against the Federal Government of Nigeria at the ECOWAS Community Court of Justice in Abuja asking it to declare the indefinite suspension of Twitter in Nigeria a violation of their human rights under international law, order the Government to immediately rescind the suspension, and compensate them for the violation of their rights, reports ITREALMS.

The NGO applicants in the suit are Media Rights Agenda (MRA), Paradigm Initiative (PIN), Premium Times Centre for Investigative Journalism (PTCIJ), the International Press Centre (IPC), and Tap Initiative for Citizens Development (TICD) while the journalists are Mr. David Hundeyin, Mr. Samuel Ogundipe, Ms Blessing Oladunjoye, and Mr. Nwakamri Zakari Apollo.

GSM: We're taking visible actions on security - ITREALMS

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Governor 'Seyi Makinde (GSM) of Oyo State, has said on Monday, at the inauguration of the Board of the Oyo State Security Network Agency, codenamed Amotekun, that the people of the state will see more visible actions being taken by the government to secure the state, reports ITREALMS.

He maintained that his government will continue to take the issue of security of lives and property, and people being able to go about their lawful endeavours, seriously.

12 ICPC staff bag ANACAPA certification - ITREALMS

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As part of its continuing effort at providing cutting-edge knowledge for optimum delivery of the Commission’s mandate, 12 officers of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) have been presented with IQ Level 3 Organisation Certificate in Anacapa Criminal Intelligence Analysis, reports ITREALMS.

According to the spokesperson, ICPC, Mrs Azuka Ogugua, the awardees who had successfully undergone a two-week training held in two batches between July, 2019 and October, 2019 in Lagos by the National Crime Agency (NCA) - the United kingdom’s lead agency against organized crime; human, weapon and drug trafficking; cybercrime; and economic crime that transcends regional and international borders - were presented with certificates at ICPC Headquarters, Abuja recently.

USAID, DFC, AUDA-NEPAD collaborate on '100,000 MSMEs'

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The U.S. Mission to the African Union, the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), the U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC), and the African Union Development Agency (AUDA-NEPAD) have announced their collaboration on the “100,000 MSMEs Initiative.”

This Initiative contributes to the “1 Million Jobs Initiative” of the African Union (AU) and aims to reach 100,000 micro- small- and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) across the continent by the end of 2021 and 1 million MSMEs by the end of 2024. 

Minister: FG revolutionizing agric in Nigeria - ITREALMS

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The Minister of Information and Culture, Alhaji Lai Mohammed, has said the Anchor Borrowers Programme and the Presidential Fertilizer Initiative are revolutionizing agriculture in Nigeria, reports ITREALMS.

The Minister made the remarks in Birnin Kudu, Jigawa State, when he led a Federal Government delegation on an inspection of Malam Alu Agro Allied Company Limited, which also hosts the tallest national flag pole in Nigeria and the second in Africa at 50 metres high.

Toward business solutions: Protect, grow Africa’s economies and well-being - ITREALMS

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The African Union Development Agency – New Partnership for Africa’s Development (AUDA-NEPAD) and its strategic partners (Ecobank, UNDP, The World Bank, McKinsey & Company, Microsoft Philanthropies and USAID) are today commemorating the one year anniversary of the 100 000 Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) Initiative.

AUDA-NEPAD launched the 100 000 MSMEs Initiative with the advisory support from McKinsey & Company, financial and technical support from Ecobank, UNDP, USAID, Microsoft and the World Bank to accelerate African economic transformation, provide skills development programming and build resilience against the economic shock triggered by the global pandemic. 

5G deployment: Danbatta sets up committee on spectrum auction - ITREALMS

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Following the Senate investigative hearing which gave the Fifth Generation (5G) technology a clean bill of health, the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has taken a major proactive regulatory step by inaugurating a committee to develop the Information Memorandum (IM) for the auction of 3.5 gigahertz (GHz) spectrum band which will be used for early deployment of 5G services in the country.

The Executive Vice Chairman (EVC) and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of NCC, Prof. Umar Garba Danbatta, recently inaugurated the 18-member Committee in Abuja, with NCC's Executive Commissioner, Technical Services, Ubale Maska as Auction Adviser while the Director, Spectrum Administration, NCC, Oluwatoyin Asaju, is the Committee Chairman.

Nnenna @NDSF2021: Urges Nigerians to stop ethnic fight, target 8bn market space in digital economy - ITREALMS

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The Chief Web Advocate at the World Wide Web Foundation, Nnenna Nwakanma, has counselled Nigerians to stop ethnic fighting and target the 8 billion market space in the digital economy, reports ITREALMS.

She made these calls at the 2021 Nigeria DigitalSENSE Africa Forum on Internet Governance for Development (IG4D), held at the Golden Tulip Hotels Essential, International Airport Road, Lagos hosted by an award-winning ITREALMS Media under its DigitalSENSE Africa Forum series, an At-Large Structure (ALS) at the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) as part of efforts for shaping the future of the Internet.

5G: NCC dangles N1m cash prize on national essay – ITREALMS

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The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) is dangling the total cash prize of N1,000,000 (One Million Naira Only) on the winners of its 2021 National Essay Competition for undergraduates, reports ITREALMS.

According to the Director, Public Affairs at NCC, Dr. Ikechukwu Adinde, in a public notice available to ITREALMS, disclosed that a total cash sum of N1m has been mapped out for the winners to emerge by end of the exercise in September this year.

Tribute to Dr Chuka Nwokolo on his CBE conferment - ITREALMS

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Recent conferment of the Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE) on Dr. Chuka Nwokolo of Government College Umuahia, Class of 1966 by the Queen of England, is legendary, writes Sony Iroche.

The Queen of England’s conferment of the CBE honours at her 2021 birthday Honours list did not come as a surprise to most of those who have met and interacted with Dr Chuka Nwokolo, either in Government College Umuahia (GCU), the University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN) or in Jos Plateau State, where he served his NYSC and later established a medical partnership with the late Dr Chudi Nwike, one time Deputy Governor of Anambra State, who met his untimely death at the hands of kidnappers a few years ago in Nigeria.

June 12: Fayemi advocates unity of purpose, open mindedness on secession agitation - ITREALMS

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Ekiti State Governor, Dr. Kayode Fayemi has emphasized the need for members of the  political class and non-state actors to practise the 1993 June 12 ethos where sectional, sectarian and partisan interests were set aside in the overall interest of the country, reports ITREALMS.

He said such a unity of purpose and positive disposition to the wellbeing of the country were needed in dealing with current agitation for secession.

Strong corporates: Dangote, Glo, Zenith, BUA, Konga, UBA, others can defend Nigeria’s future - ITREALMS

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A popular philanthropist and business icon was once quoted as saying that when entrepreneurs from Nigeria die, they will be ushered into heaven by God because they cannot suffer twice.

The statement above, although capable of drawing some mirth, is a reflection of the challenging business climate that Nigeria represents. Doing business in Nigeria is tough.

There is no hiding from this fact. Although the Nigerian economy is blessed with a number of indices which make it a prime investment destination, the reality on ground is that of a peculiar environment where only the most resourceful, tenacious and firm believers in Nigeria and the Nigerian project can survive and thrive.

If you are in any illusions as to how tough it is to cut it and make a success of entrepreneurship in Nigeria, the latest World Bank report on the global Ease of Doing Business can provide some valid insights.

Mobile Health Insurance: Airtel Nigeria, AXA Mansard partner via USSD - ITREALMS

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Leading telecommunications services provider, Airtel Nigeria and leading service provider in the healthcare sector, AXA Mansard, have announced a strategic partnership to deepen access, participation and enrolment in health insurance for more Nigerians.

The partnership by Airtel and AXA Mansard is in response to the Federal Government’s goal, through the National Health Insurance Scheme, to provide easy access to healthcare for all Nigerians by leveraging on the USSD channel, an easy-to-use and interactive platform.

Danbatta inaugurates committee on spectrum suction for 5G deployment - ITREALMS

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Following the Senate investigative hearing which gave the Fifth Generation (5G) technology a clean bill of health, the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has taken a major proactive regulatory step by inaugurating a committee to develop the Information Memorandum (IM) for the auction of 3.5 gigahertz (GHz) spectrum band which will be used for early deployment of 5G services in the country.

The Executive Vice Chairman (EVC) and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of NCC, Prof. Umar Garba Danbatta, recently inaugurated the 18-member Committee in Abuja, with NCC's Executive Commissioner, Technical Services, Ubale Maska as Auction Adviser while the Director, Spectrum Administration, NCC, Oluwatoyin Asaju, is the Committee Chairman.

'Makinde working hard to address security challenges' - ITREALMS

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The Chief Press Secretary to Governor ‘Seyi Makinde of Oyo State, Mr. Taiwo Adisa, had maintained that the government has been working round the clock to solve the security challenges in the state, reports ITREALMS.

This is coming as he assured that challenges will not, at any point, overwhelm the state.

PhotoSpeaks @ITREALMS: NCC seeks out stakeholders on ICT adoption - ITREALMS

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