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Saturday, January 21, 2023

US$500m challenge: Gavi launches INFUSE 2.0 - ITREALMS

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Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance has launched INFUSE 2.0, an innovation scaling hub to accelerate immunisation systems upgrades for the world’s most in-need countries, and worth $500million, reports 
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INFUSE 2.0, ITREALMS gathered, comes with features as collective of commercial and philanthropic investors focused on supporting global health entrepreneurs. The initiative also introduces a first-of-its-kind digital platform to simplify connections between communities, innovators and the private sector to make it easier and faster to share expertise. Impact evaluators will also help start-ups, investors and stakeholders better track and amplify the impact of their innovations on immunisation and global health.

Airteldonates traffic booths to Lagos State Police command - ITREALMS

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Telecommunications service provider, Airtel Nigeria, has donated traffic booths to the Lagos Police Command as part of its commitment to support the activities of the police in ensuring coordination and safety of Lagos Road users.
L-R: Head of Security Services, Airtel Nigeria, Oluwaseyi Adetayo; Ag. Head, Brands & Advertising Airtel Nigeria, Omobolanle Osutole; Lagos State Commissioner of Police, Sylvester Abiodun Alabi; Director, Corporate Communications & CSR, Femi Adeniran and Head, Corporate Social Responsibility, Airtel Nigeria, Chioma Okolie during the presentation of Traffic Booth to the Lagos State Police Command, on Thursday, 19th January 2022.
The brief ceremony, which took place at the Lagos State Police Headquarters, Ikeja, on Thursday, January 19, 2022, was to officially hand over the traffic booths to the Lagos Police Command.

Friday, January 20, 2023

100 days: Why Gov. Adeleke unveiled pro-masses programme - ITREALMS

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The Executive Governor of Osun State, Senator Ademola Adeleke has unveiled a six-pronged project to touch the lives of Osun masses in all the local governments areas of the state, within his 100 days in office initiative, reports 
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Executive Governor of Osun State, Senator Ademola Adeleke
The programes, according to his spokesman, Mallam Olawale Rasheed, includes the following:

Today is FirstBank's Nigeria Economic Outlook webinar'23

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The First Bank of Nigeria Limited, the nation's premier and leading financial inclusion services provider, would its 2023 edition of Nigeria Economic Outlook today, January 20, reports 
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The virtual event themed “Nigeria Economic Outlook 2023: A look ahead” is scheduled by 8:30am on Friday, 20 January 2023, via Zoom meeting. Participants are encouraged to register.

@90: Tinubu felicitates Emeka Anyaoku, international statesman - ITREALMS

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The All Progressives Congress Presidential Candidate, Asiwaju Bola Tinubu, has sent a special congratulatory and goodwill message to former Commonwealth Secretary-General, Chief Emeka Anyaoku, on the occasion of his 90th birthday.
Chief Emeka Anyaoku, @90
Chief Anyaoku who served briefly as Nigeria's Minister of Foreign Affairs under the Shehu Shagari administration, ITREALMS gathered, turned 90 on January 18, 2023.

2023 JAMB Registration ePINs on sale @Remita - ITREALMS

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Leading electronic payment platform, Remita, has commenced the sale of the 2023 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) ePINs to prospective candidates seeking admission into higher institutions across Nigeria, reports ITREALMS.
As recently announced by the Joint Admission and Matriculations Board (JAMB), the sale of ePINs for 2023 UTME registrations commenced on Saturday, January 14, and ends on Tuesday, February 14, while the Direct Entry (DE) forms will commence on Monday, February 20 and end Thursday 20 April, 2023.

Okolieaboh: Quiet reformer @Treasury House - ITREALMS

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It is well-known that in 2022, the Office of the Accountant General of the Federation, OAGF, experienced some controversial shake-ups, and was the subject of negative press because of related unpleasant events.

Sylva Okolieaboh, the Acting Accountant-General
But there have been many positive signs, following those rocky few months at the Treasury. As the institution grapples with the repercussions of the negative developments, there is a sense that a measure of stability and professionalism has returned. This is in spite of the fact that the issues that have shaken public
trust in the institution will take some time to dissipate.

Four female African writers for Ebedi Intternational Residency - ITREALMS

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The successful four female African writers have arrived the venue of the Ebedi International Writers Residency, reports 
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|l-R Justica Anima (Ghana), Fatima Salihu (Nigeria), Anatu Ben-Lawal (Ghana) and Ramatoulie Onike Othman (Gambia)
The writers from Gambia, Ghana and Nigeria have arrived at the Ebedi International Writers Residency in Iseyin, Nigeria to kick start the 2023 Writers Residency Year.

Thursday, January 19, 2023

Tinubu meets APC guber, national assembly candidates - ITREALMS

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The Presidential candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Sunday in Abuja met with governorship and National Assembly candidates of the party ahead of the upcoming general elections.
Presidential candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu
Tinubu who said he had been eager to meet with the party’s candidates urged them to ensure they do not disappoint members of the party who elected them to fly the party’s tickets at the polls.

Gov. Adeleke, Dr Deji Adeleke, Yeye Dupe endorse Rep Bamidele Salam for 2nd term - ITREALMS

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The Executive Governor of Osun State, Senator Ademola Adeleke has endorsed the re-election bid of Honourable Bamidele Salam, reports 
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Senator Ademola Adeleke
The Governor's endorsement of the National Assembly lawmaker representing Egbedore/Ede/Ejigbo federal constituency was made known in Osogbo on Sunday at the final match of the 3rd edition of Otunba Isiaka Adetunji Adeleke Memorial Football competition organised annually by the Rep member, Hon Bamidele Salam.

Orisumbare PHC soon to receive facelift - ITREALMS

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The Orisumbare Primary Health Centre (PHC) in Alimosho Local Government Area of Lagos State would soon recieve some face-lift, reports ITREALMS.

This followed the outcome of Lagos State Advocacy Team (SAT) visit to the Deputy Medical Officer of Health in the LGA, Dr. Seriki Muhideen Olalekan, recently.

NCC, Lottery Commission renew MoU - ITREALMS

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The Nigerian Communications Commission, NCC, Wednesday in Abuja, signed a revised Memorandum of Understanding with the National Lottery Regulatory Commission, NLRC, with provisions to deter unapproved lottery and gaming practices on telecommunications platforms through information and intelligence sharing.
Executive Vice Chairman of NCC, Prof. Umar Danbatta noted that the MoU, which will impact the gaming industry, is in sync with the Commission’s Strategic Vision Plan (SVP) and is in a bid to promote fair practices in the industry for the protection of telecommunications consumers in relation to lottery and gaming activities.

Densiva.ng debuts, offers platform to vendors - ITREALMS

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One of the leading online market-places in Nigeria where serious buyers can meet genuine sellers in a safe and secure manner for the purpose of transacting business, Densiva.ng has made a debut, reports 
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The platform is open and ready to help wholesalers/retailers & service providers get more customers/clients.

Lagos SAT calls for quick intervention to improve PHCs - ITREALMS

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The Lagos State Advocacy Team (SAT) has called on appropriate government health authorities to expedite actions in providing manpower and basic facilities for better community health care delivery in local levels, reports ITREALMS.
This call was made by the State Advocacy Team during a visit to the Medical Officer incharge of Health (MoH) in Ikotun Local Council Development Authority (LCDA) under the Alimosho Local Government.

Wednesday, January 18, 2023

Yobe State: EU, British Council commended for peace efforts - ITREALMS

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The European Union (EU) and the British Council have been commended by stakeholders in Yobe State for their efforts in restoring peace in the region. 
The commendation came as the EU-funded Managing Conflict in North-East Nigeria (MCN) Programme of the British Council rounded off its five-year humanitarian intervention in Yobe. 

2013: 12 things every public relations professional in corporate sector should do - ITREALMS

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The saying, “Inch by inch, life's a cinch" is one for all seasons. As you go about your job as a public relations practitioner in a corporate organisation this year, you will do well to bear it in mind, always. You make progress in little steps.
This year, like all others, has 12 months. I have written out 12 things, you can do this year to be better at your job.

Innovation fund by GSMA closes application, Thursday 19 - ITREALMS

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The Innovation Fund call for application by the Global System for Mobile Association (GSMA) is set to close by tomorrow, January 19, 2023, reports 
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The fund which was opened on Thursday 24 November, 2022 was set up in anticipation to improve responses to humanitarian crises.

Tuesday, January 17, 2023

Exposed! How Oyetola, APC plot to compromise tribunal - ITREALMS

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The Osun State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has exposed a devilish plan by the former Governor of Osun State, Gboyega Oyetola to influence the outcome of the governorship tribunal in his favour, warning against anti-democratic actions that may threaten the peace of Osun state.
In a strongly worded statement issued on Tuesday, the Osun State Caretaker Chairman of the party, Dr Adekunle Akindele disclosed that credible information revealed that the former Governor is struggling to schedule a secret meeting with the members of the Tribunal for this Friday at a closely guarded location.

eCommerce: Reframing the future & unlocking growth in digital age - ITREALMS

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Embracing innovation, and rethinking service capabilities – these are part of a vast realm of possibilities that have been opened across Africa through adoption of e-commerce, and for tech start-up companies, the opportunities are endless.
Raphael Afaedor, CEO of Kyosk.app Digital Services
As African countries increasingly embrace the expansion of digitisation, and products producing more access to the newer Internet of Things (IoT) technologies – one thing is clear, reinvention is possible for any sector.

ECOWAS on 2023 elections: Nigeria must conduct peaceful exercise - ITREALMS

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The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Commission has warned that Nigeria cannot afford not to conduct peaceful and credible elections in 2023 as a lot is at stake even within the sub-region should the country fail.
This is even as the Independent National Electoral Commission, hailed the Commission over its dialogue with leaders of political parties towards peaceful 2023 general elections, describing it as very commendable.

Konga Jara: New winners emerge, 6 slots to go for all-expense paid weekend mentorship - ITREALMS

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Some six slots have been filled by customers of Konga out of the anticipated 12, 
for the much-awaited all-expense paid Knowledge Weekend programme with the Chairman, Zinox Group, Leo Stan Ekeh.
Two new winners; Mr. Adeyemi Oyewale from Osun State and Mrs. Stella Ezeonwuka who
hails from Imo State, were unveiled by the e-Commerce giant on Monday, bringing the number of winners so far to six.

Monday, January 16, 2023

Jagaban Army: PDP raises alarm over armed militia for 2023 - ITREALMS

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The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has raised alarm over the armed militia known as ‘Jagaban Army’ for Bola Tinubu ahead of the 2023 election.
APC Youth Leader, Dayo Israel
The PDP said the “dangerous militia” formed for the All Progressives Congress (APC) presidential candidate affirms its position that the APC plans to unleash violence and disrupt the polls.

Armed Forces Remembrance Day: Gov. Adeleke advocates national dialogue on security sector financing - ITREALMS

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The Executive Governor of Osun State, Senator Ademola Adeleke has advocated urgent national dialogue on sustainable financing of security sector amidst national economic crisis.
Executive Governor of Osun State, Senator Ademola Adeleke
Speaking at the 2023 Armed Forces Remembrance Day, Governor Adeleke who described the event as a solemn tribute to the dead and the living, noted that proper attention to welfare of service personnel is a guarantor for national security.

Tinubu, APC election monitoring teams meet, charges them to protect party’s votes - ITREALMS

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All Progressives Congress Presidential Candidate Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu has met with the party’s election planning and monitoring teams in preparation for the general election on February 25 and March 11.
Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu
Addressing the party volunteers during the Train-the-Trainer session on Monday in Abuja, Asíwájú Tinubu appreciated their efforts in agreeing to work for the party’s success in all the elections.

MRA condemns expulsion of Arise TV Cameraman @APC Presidential campaign meeting - ITREALMS

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The Media Rights Agenda (MRA) today condemned the expulsion of an Arise Television cameraman from a campaign meeting by the All Progressives Congress (APC) presidential candidate, Asiwaju Bola Tinubu, with the business community in Lagos on January 13, 2023, describing the action of the party’s Presidential Campaign Council (APC-PCC) as bizarre, highhanded and a violation of the rights of the media.
Media Rights Agenda
MRA’s Programme Director, Mr. Ayode Longe, expressed concern that “the APC-PCC’s blatant disregard for the rights of a journalist performing a constitutionally-protected function even at a time when the party is seeking to persuade Nigerians to vote its candidate into the highest office in the land, portends grave dangers for the media should that candidate prevail in the elections.”

Emefiele returns, resumes work @CBN - ITREALMS

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The Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Mr. Godwin Emefiele, has resumed duty after his following his return from vacation abroad, reports ITREALMS.
Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Mr. Godwin Emefiele
Mr. Emefiele, ITREALMS gathered went on purported annual leave in December 2022, and resumed work on Monday, January 16, 2023.

AVEVA hightlights benefits of industrial digital transformation @WEF 2023 - ITREALMS

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The Chief Executive Officer of AVEVA, Mr. Peter Herweck, has confirmed participation in the World Economic Forum 2023 (WEF 2023) in Davos, Switzerland, reports ITREALMS.

Chief Executive Officer of AVEVA, Mr. Peter Herweck @ITREALMS
Herweck's participation is aligned to the promotion of a sustainable industrial digital transformation in support of a lower carbon, socially just world.

Sunday, January 15, 2023

Polaris Bank sales: CBN sets record straight, insists on due diligence - ITREALMS

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The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has set the records straight on the recent sale of Polaris Bank Limited, reports 
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A press statement available to ITREALMS, the apex bank noted its attention has been drawn to a spurious, malicious, and misleading online publication, which made several false claims concerning the recent sale of the Federal Government’s interest in Polaris Bank Ltd.

UN to host World Press Freedom Day'23 - ITREALMS

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The 2023 edition of the World Press Freedom Day Global Conference will be hosted at the United Nations (UN) Headquarters in New York on 2 May, reports ITREALMS.
This, ITREALMS gathered, is a special anniversary edition of the conference as it marks the 30th anniversary since the proclamation of World Press Freedom Day by the UN General Assembly at its 48th session in 1993.