Sesan calls out NASS on heinous NITDA bill 2023, alleges falsehood in Oseni report - ITREALMS

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The Nigerian first-ever Information Technology Youth Ambassador and Executive Director, Paradigm Initiative, Mr. Gbenga Sesan has called out the National Assembly Senate Committee on Information and Communication Technology (ICT) and Cyber Security over false claims of stakeholders’ support for the proposed National IT Development Agency (NITDA) Repeal and Enactment Bill (SB 1082, reports ITREALMS.

Reacting to the recent report by the Senate Committee that 17 organisations submitted memoranda in support of the Bill while 14 opposed and used that argument to justify its request to the Senate to proceed with the third reading and passage of the controversial bill, Mr. Sesan these claims were not near the truth and fact of the matter.

FG partners Canadian firm, Ethnomet to launch NigComHealth - ITRALMS

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The Federal Government of Nigeria via the Nigeria Communications Satellite Ltd (NigComSat) in partnership with Ethnomet, a Canadian leading firm in healthcare technology has launched NigComHealth, reports ITREALMS.

NigCimHealth, ITREALMS gathered is a telemedicine platform that allows millions of beneficiaries to have access to quality healthcare in the country.

Protecting assets in remote-first and potentially hostile world - ITREALMS

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I live in a city center and the lunch hour certainly isn’t like it once was. While some people have returned to working in an office, it seems that the majority have not. Looking back, the pandemic will have been a turning point for many things around the world, and the rhythms of office-centered worklife will be something that will never return to the old ways.

With this increased flexibility employees are not just working from home behind consumer-grade Wi-Fi routers; they are also spending part of the day at the park or coffee shop, or perhaps even having a “working holiday.” Those in charge of protecting enterprise assets have to assume these endpoints are always in hostile territory.

Chief Chef @Adorable Diadem urges colleagues to pay attention to social media - ITREALMS

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A Computer Science graduate from Tai Solarin University of Education (TASUED), Adebanjo Oluwagbenga turned Chief Chef of Adorable Diadem Empire, Lagos, told ITREALMS' GBEMI OMOTOSO how he is his passion excites him, and urged colleagues to pay attention to social media.

How did you get into the baking industry?

It began with a passion back then in 2008, then I watched my Aunt baked daily because she runs fast food as at then. It wasn't that she sat me down to teach me, but I derived pleasure in baking each time I saw her working; I think creativity triggered my spirit into baking.

Whichway Nigeria's manufacturing industry by Elvis Eromosele - ITREALMS

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The manufacturing industry is crucial to a nation's economy. It plays a significant role in generating employment, increasing productivity, and driving economic growth. In Nigeria, the manufacturing industry is a critical sector that contributes significantly to the country's gross domestic product (GDP) through job creation, wealth creation, and increased tax revenue for the government.

It has equally been identified as a key sector in the nation's quest for diversification away from oil dependency. It can enable a country to reduce its reliance on imports, improve its trade balance, and increase its overall competitiveness. Manufacturing is almost all things good.

Nigeria: May our renewed hope not become renewed captivity - ITREALMS

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Forces that have kept Nigeria in chains are stronger than the Prince of Persia that withheld Daniel's answers for 21 days.

Tell me how else to describe the frustration faced by candidates who seek redress in court after INEC had declared winners in an election fraught with bare-faced irregularities and deliberate manipulations?

Loan trap: World Bank accused of setting Nigeria up with $800m funding - ITREALMS

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The World Bank Country office in Nigeria has been accused of engaging on practices considered illegal under Nigeria’s legal regime, in relation to borrowing and loan indebtedness worth $800m, about ₦368,615,712,800.00, reports ITREALMS.

Leading in the accusation, the Human and Environmental Development Agenda (HEDA Resource Center) said the Bank in its engagement with some Civil Society Organizations regarding the planned $800 million loan to the Nigerian Government though is subject to the approval of the National Assembly of Nigeria before its disbursement will take effect.

Ranganath, to keynote @ABoICT Lecture 2023 - ITREALMS

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The CommunicationsWeek Media Limited, a certified global ICT company with over two million online subscribers, is delighted and proud to announce Dr Krishnan Ranganath, Regional Director, Africa Data Centres FZE Nigeria as the keynote speaker at Africa’s Beacon of ICT Merit and Leadership Distinguished Lecture series.

Ranganath, will be speaking on the theme “Digital Transformation and Cloud Services as New Order.” Cloud services play a critical role in accelerating digital transformation and delivering essential public services.

Anambra: Soludo condoles US Embassy over killing of staff, says 'unaware of humanitarian mission' - ITREALMS

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The Anambra State, the Governor, Prof Charles Chukwuma Soludo, has expressed deep condolences to the bereaved families and organisations, particularly the US Embassy, over the death of their staff and policemen who were attacked by gunmen along Atani-Osamala Road, Ogbaru Local Government Area on Tuesday, 16th May 2023, reports ITREALMS.

A press statement by the Press Secretary to the Governor of Anambra State, Mr. Christian Aburime, informed ITREALMS that the government and people of Anambra State were saddened by the killings of US Embassy staff, lamenting bypassing of existing security architecture, insisting that the state government was unaware of the 'humanitarian mission' of the visiting team.

WTISD'23: ITU, empowering least developed countries via ICTs - ITREALMS

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The 2023 World Telecommunication and Information Society Day (WTISD) is focusing on “Empowering the least developed countries through information and communication technologies,” reports ITREALMS.

Commemorated globally on 17 May, which coincides with the day ITU was founded, just as the United Nations agency called on the public and private sectors to make pledges for universal connectivity and digital transformation in these countries through its Partner2Connect Digital Coalition.

First Methodist prelate, Sunday Mbang is dead - ITREALMS

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The first Prelate, Methodist Church Nigeria, and a former President of the World Methodist Council, His Eminence, Dr. Sunday Coffie Mbang, CON has passed on to glory on Tuesday, May 16, 2023, reports ITREALMS.

Mbang whose death occurred at the age of 86 passed on at the early hours on Tuesday after a brief illness.

ITU targets N46.2tn by 2026 to accelerate global digitalization - ITREALMS

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​​The International Telecommunications Union (ITU) issued today a worldwide appeal calling to increase the value of pledges for digitalizing the world from the current USD 30 billion to USD 100 billion, about N46,200 trillion by 2026, reports ITREALMS.

The appeal by the United Nations specialized agency for information and communication technologies includes a focus on raising the level of resources for universal and meaningful connectivity and digital transformation in the world's least developed countries (LDCs).

Incivilty: FRSC recalls Egbede patrol team, commences probe - ITREALMS

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The Corps Marshal, Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Dauda Ali Biu has directed the immediate recall of the patrol team that was captured on camera behaving in a manner, tantamount to incivility against a member of the public within Egbeda Unit Command general operational area, reports ITREALMS.

This is coming as FRSC has commenced probe of the incident with immediate effect with special interest on conduct of one MJ Oni, a personnel of Corp.

Anambra: Gunmen kill four on UNICEF convoy @Ogbaru - ITREALMS

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Some four personnel of the United States Embassy in Nigeria on a humanitarian mission to Anambra State under UNICEF, have been shot dead following an attack on their vehicle on Tuesday afternoon, reports ITREALMS.

The attack took place Tuesday along Atani, Osamale road at the axis of Amiyi/Eke Ochuche communities in Ogbaru Local Government Area of the state.

IRENA launches report @G20 on low-cost energy transition finance - ITREALMS

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The International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) in partnership with the Indian G20 Presidency, launched a comprehensive report today on how low-cost finance can accelerate the energy transition. 

GITEX Africa 2023: FinBraine tops products showcase - ITREALMS

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FinBraine (www.FinBraine.com) is excited to announce its participation at GITEX Africa 2023 (www.GITEXAfrica.com), a prestigious event showcasing the latest technological advancements and innovations across the African continent. 

The event, known for its vibrant atmosphere and influential attendees, presents a prime opportunity for to establish valuable connections, forge partnerships, and contribute to the digital transformation journey of Africa.

Airtel unveils ‘A Reason to Imagine’ brand campaign to inspire youth creativity - ITREALMS

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Airtel Africa, a leading provider of telecommunications and mobile money services, has launched a new Africa-wide brand campaign focused on building a deeper emotional connection with young people, including Nigeria’s globally acclaimed productive generation.

The campaign includes a new strapline for Airtel: ‘A Reason to Imagine’. It is driven by the insight that in Africa, imagination is the only qualification that matters and showcases Airtel Africa’s role in harnessing this potential by delivering relevant solutions to consumers that enhance digital and financial inclusion.

Exposed! Those benefiting from factory farming says latest CWF report - ITREALMS

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Latest report by the Compassion in World Farming (CWF) has debunked the myths perpetuated to keep the global factory farming industry alive, ITREALMS can authoritatively reports.

Despite evidence of devastating impacts CWF also exposed the few multi-national corporations making billions from the systems that are cruel to animals while damaging our health and killing planet.

Prof. Igho Natufe decries marginalization of Okpe Kingdom - ITREALMS

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The President General, Okpe Union, Professor Igho Natufe, on Tuesday reiterated the Okpe kingdom long-standing request for the restoration of the Sapele, Warri, and Koko ports, calling on President-Elect, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu and his incoming cabinet to pay urgent attention to this request.

Prof. Natufe spoke at the 93rd anniversary celebration of the founding of the Okpe Union in Lagos.

AASDU President, Ebeledike visits Legacy University Okija - ITREALMS

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The President of the Association of Anambra State Development Unions, (AASDU) Lagos Branch; Chief Sir Amaechi Charles Ebeledike also known as Ikedinigwe Anaocha, recently paid an unscheduled visit to Legacy University Okija, reports ITREALMS.

The Pro-Chancellor of the University, Chief Dr. Leonard Nkameme in his welcome speech thanked Chief Ebeledike who was accompany by his brother, for making out time to visit the University. 

Slap saga: SAN decries Police treatment to Seun Kuti - ITREALMS

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A Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN) Mr. Adeyinka Olumide-Fusika, representing the embattled Seun Kuti, has frowned at the treatment his client received despite self-reporting to the office of the Commissioner of Police at the Police Command, Ikeja, at 8 am today Monday May 15, 2023, reports ITREALMS..

Seun Kuti, ITREALMS recalled had encounter with a policeman on the Third Mainland Bridge on Saturday the 13th May, 2023, culminating in a viral video where Kuti slapped the Police officer.

Tinubu sympathises with Prof. Akinfeleye over wife's demise - ITREALMS

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Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu has sent his heartfelt condolences to the renowned professor of Mass Communication, Ralph Akinfeleye, over the death of his wife, reports ITREALMS.

Mrs. Carol Anike Akinfeleye, a retired school principal, passed on a few days ago.

AU, Gavi ink new deal to drive vaccine uptake - ITREALMS

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The African Union Commission (AUC) and Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance (Gavi), have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to increase access and accelerate the uptake of life-saving vaccines across African Union member states towards supporting immunisation, providing technical and learning assistance and health systems strengthening.

The MoU was signed on behalf of the African Union Commission Chairperson by the AU Commissioner for Health, Humanitarian Affairs & Social Development (HHS) H.E. Amb. Minata Samate Cessouma and Africa Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) Director General Dr. Jean Kaseya, and Gavi Chief Executive Officer Dr. Seth Berkley. 

Power of brand storytelling by Reuben Kalu - ITREALMS

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Building lasting connections with your audience:

In today's crowded and fast-paced marketplace, building a strong brand requires more than just promoting products or services. It requires crafting an authentic and compelling narrative that connects with your audience on a deeper level. 

The power of brand storytelling lies in its ability to create emotional connections with customers and build long-lasting relationships based on shared values and experiences.

Tingg by Cellulant transforms billing, collections - ITREALMS

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The Tingg by Cellulant's digital payments platform, is challenging Zambia's traditional bill payment method, just as Tingg, individuals and businesses could quickly and easily pay their water and power bills on an app or via USSD.

Pay-as-you-go mobile utility bill payments have been used in the energy, water, and sanitation sectors due to mobile money ecosystems' expansion and global complexity. Utility service providers and end users gain from mobile utility bill payments because they increase payment transparency, reduce leakage, lower operating costs, and open up opportunities for financial inclusion. Additionally, they support mobile operators by increasing the adoption of mobile money frequency, average transaction value, and transaction frequency.

Writers for Democratic Change mourns Laoye Sanda - ITREALMS

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Writers for Democratic Change (WDC), a renowned political organization under the exemplary leadership of Wole Adedoyin, expressed deep sorrow and mourn the passing of one of the foremost socialists and tireless activists, Comrade Laoye Sanda, reports ITREALMS.

This great loss to the progressive movement has left an indelible void in our hearts and the fight for a just and equitable society.

'You're not inferior to anyone' says Gov Oyebanji - ITREALMS

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Ekiti State Governor, Mr Biodun Oyebanji has assured his administration would ensure that people with special needs and students of Special Schools in the state get the desired attention with the appointment of a Special Adviser, reports ITREALMS.

This, according to the Governor, will give the physically challenged people a voice in his administration and help redress their usual agitation over neglect. The occupant of the position would be someone with requisite knowledge in special education and who has genuine passion for welfare and wellbeing of the physically challenged.

FoI: CBN must disclose Forex subsidy information says court - ITREALMS

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The Federal High Court in Abuja has ruled in favor of the Incorporated Trustees of Human and Environmental Development Agenda (HEDA Resource Centre) in a case against the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), reports ITREALMS.

The court's decision, based on suit number FHC/ABJ/CS/1622/2020, comes after the CBN denied HEDA Resource Centre's Freedom of Information (FoI) request.

Greenbarge Reporters' Editor-in-Chief loses mother, GOCOP pays condolence visit - ITREALMS

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Aishatu Onwaaza Usman, mother of the Editor-In-Chief of Greenbarge Reporters online newspaper, Yusuf Ozi Usman is dead. 

She died Sunday, May 14, at the age of 86 after a protracted illness in Abuja, where she has been living since 2013.

Host communities, part of NCDMB’s CSR policy - ITREALMS

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The Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB) has revealed that its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) policy ensures good relationship with communities as part of its original masterplan, reports ITREALMS.

This was revealed by the General Manager, Corporate Communications at NCDMB, Dr Ginah O. Ginah, during a media tour of the Nigerian Oil and Gas Park Scheme (NOGaPS), at Emeyah 1 Community in Ogbia Local Government Area of Bayelsa State at the weekend.

National Daily’s Man of the Year Award: Obasanjo eulogizes IGP Usman Baba - ITREALMS

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The former President, Chief Olusegun Obasanjo, has eulogised the Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Mr. Usman Baba, on efforts at securing the lives and property of Nigerians, reports ITREALMS.

Speaking last Friday in Lagos in a keynote address at the National Daily Newspaper Awards for Year 2022, OBJ stressed that the IGP deserved the award.