Inclusivity: Cornerstone for democracy to thrive, says Abiola Akiyode-Afolabi - ITREALMS

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The founder of Women Advocates Research and Documentation Centre (WARDC) a non-profit civil rights organization, Dr Abiola Akiyode-Afolabi has identified inclusivity as the cornerstone for democracy to thrive.

Akiyode-Afolabi stated this in her welcome address as the Chairperson Planning Committee of the 5th anniversary lecture of Penpushing Media held at Marquee Events Centre, Olusegun Obasanjo Presidential Library, Abeokuta, recently.

George writes Tinubu, cautions on planned military invasion, big brother posture - ITREALMS

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War tactician and former Military Administrator of Ondo State, Chief Olabode Ibiyinka George, has written the Nigerian president, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu over the planned miliary invasion of Niger, and warning over unnecessary 'big brother' posture, reports ITREALMS.

On July 26, 2023, Chief George recalled that the Commander of the Presidential Guard in Niger Republic, General Abdourahamane Tchiani, overthrew President Mohamed Bazoum, seized power and is now the new strongman of the Nigerien Armed Forces.

Cyber Politics: Danbatta applauds Ibietan’s literary prowess, activism - ITREALMS

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The Executive Vice Chairman (EVC) of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), Prof. Umar Danbatta, has applauded the author of the book on ‘Cyber Politics’, Dr. Omoniyi Ibietan, for his uncommon industry, literary efforts, and activism in trying to make the society better through shared knowledge.

The public presentation of the book: "Cyber Politics: Social Media, Social Demography and Voting Behaviour in Nigeria", was made by Danbatta in Abuja recently where government officials, journalists, friends, and accomplished professionals converged on Abuja for the event.

NCC refutes allegation, says MAFAB launched 5G to targeted markets - ITREALMS

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The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has refuted media reports that one of its licensees for the Fifth Generation (5G) networks, Mafab Communications has not launched services, reports ITREALMS.

NCC, through the office of the Director Public Affairs, Reuben Muoka, said that the attention of NCC has been drawn to some misleading comments on social media which falsely claimed that “MAFAB Communications, one of the companies granted Fifth Generation (5G) licences by the Commission is yet to roll out the service, nearly two years after obtaining a licence, and one year after the roll-out date.”

How BrandXchange is empowering Nigerian consumers by Elvis Eromosele - ITREALMS

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In today’s fast-paced world, consumers are the driving force behind any successful business. They invest their hard-earned money in goods and services with the expectation of a satisfactory experience. However, not all brands live up to their promises, leaving consumers disappointed and disheartened.

Addressing this issue, BrandXchange, an innovative platform, has taken the bold step of empowering Nigerian consumers to give feedback on brands across various categories. Through their Consumer Value Awards (CVA) program, consumers now have a voice in determining the value of brands in 2023.

ECOWAS and Niger: Epistle according to Bode George - ITREALMS

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I write to you as a Nigerian, a retired General in the Nigerian military, a patriot and a war tactician.

On July 26, 2023, the Commander of the Presidential Guard in Niger Republic, General Abdourahamane Tchiani, overthrew President Mohamed Bazoum, seized power and is now the new strongman of the Nigerien Armed Forces.

Africa: Cairo to host 2nd ICANN managed root server - ITREALMS

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Cairo, the capital of Egypt is to host the second location for the deployment of the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) managed root server on the continent, reports ITREALMS.

This latest installation, ITREALMS gathered will be deployed in next month, September and was made possible following the understanding between the Coalition for Digital Africa (C4DA) and the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN).

This deployment of ICANN Managed Root Server (IMRS) installation in Africa, ITREALMS also gathered was part of the C4DA initiative launched in 2022.

ITREALMS recalled that the first IMRS deployment was made operational in Nairobi, Kenya in November 2022, resulting in most Africa-based Internet Domain Name System (DNS) root queries now being resolved on the continent.

In addition, ITREALMS gathered that the IMRS in Nairobi, Kenya handles some 40 per cent of all IMRS DNS root queries for the continent, whereas prior to the installation, 35 to 40 percent of the DNS query traffic was traveling outside of Africa for resolution.

Experts informed ITREALMS that the two IMRS installations increase the resiliency of the global Root Server System for Internet users across the continent. IMRS installations add root server capacity to support an expected exponential increase in Internet adoption across Africa. The IMRS installations assist in keeping Africa-sourced root Domain Name System (DNS) queries answered within the region and reduce dependence on networks and servers in other parts of the world. This resiliency improves the Internet experience for users across Africa.

The root servers also boost national and regional Internet resiliency by helping root server traffic stay local. Egypt's National Telecommunications Regulatory Authority is collaborating with ICANN in the installation of the IMRS in Cairo, Egypt.

The IMRS installations will reduce the impact of potential cyberattacks on Africa, should the global Root Server System be attacked. Distributed denial-of-service (DDOS) cyberattacks work by overwhelming servers with a flood of queries. With two separate IMRS deployment locations in Africa, and higher bandwidth and data processing capacity, the risk of the Internet being impacted because of a DDOS cyberattack is significantly reduced.

Further, ITREALMS recollected that C4DA was conceived by ICANN, as an alliance of like-minded organizations committed to building a robust and secure Internet infrastructure to bring more Africans online.

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Fortifying your marketplace: Preparing for 2023's largest market season by Reuben Kalu - ITREALMS

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The marketplace landscape is ever-evolving, shaped by consumer behavior, technological advancements, and global events. As we approach the highly anticipated 2023 biggest market season, businesses and entrepreneurs must prepare meticulously to capitalize on this opportune moment. 

The convergence of festive seasons, holidays, and special events during this period presents a unique chance to boost sales and establish a robust marketplace. This essay delves into the key strategies and best practices for building a solid marketplace ready for 2023's biggest market season, ensuring businesses thrive and meet the growing demands of consumers.

Oyo govt opens alternative road in Olodo, promises to fix collapsed bridge - ITREALMS

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The Oyo State government has opened an alternative route in the Olodo axis, appealing to road users not to hinder the flow of traffic on the new route, following the collapse of the bridge, reports ITREALMS.

The Commissioner for Works, Public Infrastructure and Transport, Professor Daud Kehinde Shangodoyin, who visited the 2.5 kilometre Oki Junction-Olodo Bank Road fixed by the government as an alternative route for road users in the axis, said the collapsed bridge would also be fixed in six months.

E-commerce is expensive business, but Konga is ready for marathon says Ekeh, Zinox Group Chairman

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The chairman of Zinox Group, Dr. Leo Stan Ekeh, has said that though e-commerce is a big money business, Konga, Nigeria’s most innovative e-commerce giant, set out with clear plans to last the distance. 

He spoke with journalists on the sidelines of the recent innovation forum of the Nigeria Computer Society (NCS) bankrolled by Zinox which has produced young graduates and undergraduate entrepreneurs ready to hit the corporate world.

Top Secret: Nigeria commences deployment for ECOWAS against Niger - ITREALMS

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Invariably in adherence to the ultimatum given by some ECOWAS countries that met in Abuja last weekend, the Nigerian Armed Forces may have commenced deployment of personnel to Sokoto, reports ITREALMS.

ECOWAS, ITREALMS recalls met a few days ago and gave the military junta that took over power in Niger 7 days to reinstate the former president. The juntas responded by asking so-called ECOWAS leaders to remove the plank in their own eyes first by stopping corruption in their countries and ensuring that true democratic principles are upheld before pointing at Niger for a speck.

Dr Diaso death: LASG condoles family, sets up inquiry - ITREALMS

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The Lagos State Government has expressed shock at the news of the death of Dr. Vwaere Diaso, a female medical officer undergoing housemanship at the Lagos State General Hospital, Odan, which sad event occurred on Tuesday, August 1, 2023, reports ITREALMS.

The Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Information & Strategy, Mr. Olumide Sogunle in a press statement available to ITREALMS on Wednesday evening, said the government, especially management and staff of the Lagos State Ministry of Health, commiserate with the family of the deceased on the unfortunate loss of their daughter who passed on as a result of the mechanical failure of an elevator at the General Hospital, Odan, Lagos Island.

Death of Dr. Vwaere Diaso: Colleagues blame Lagos State, corruption - ITREALMS

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The death of a medical doctor with the General Hospital, Odan, Lagos Island, Dr. Vwaere Diaso, who was killed by a faulty elevator in their residence, has been blamed on the Lagos State government and corruption in the medical facility, reports ITREALMS.

This is coming as students are threatened when they complained with suspension of their license.

How we lost Dr. Vwaere Diaso to Nigeria’s anyhowness - ITREALMS

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When Dr. Vwaere Diaso was being inducted as a Nigerian doctor after her six-year sojourn at Babcock University last year, she had high hopes and expectations.

She had hopes for a flourishing medical career.

Expectations to use her newly learned medical skills to benefit the community and society at large.

Lagos doctor, Dr. Vwaere Diaso, killed by faulty elevator - ITREALMS

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A medical doctor with the General Hospital, Odan, Lagos Island, Dr. Vwaere Diaso has been killed by a faulty elevator in their residence, reports ITREALMS.

Dr. Diaso, ITREALMS gathered had only two weeks left to complete her housemanship at General Hospital, Odan, Lagos, died from multiple injuries sustained from elevator in the doctor’s quarters from 10th floor which crashed to the ground on Monday night, August 1, 2023.

Guber poll: Olubolade advises Bayelsans to sustain current atmosphere of peace - ITREALMS

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The former Military Administrator of Bayelsa State, Navy Captain Caleb Omoniyi Olubolade (rtd), has urged Bayelsans to be wise in their choice of who becomes governor of the state among candidates for the forthcoming November 11 election, reports ITREALMS.

Navy Captain Olubolade gave the advice while making opening remarks at a reception ceremony organised by Yenebebeli 1 and 2 Communities in honour of Prof. Steve Azaiki at the St. Andrew's Primary School playground, Yenebebeli 1 in Yenagoa Local Government of Bayelsa.

Obi's phone not stolen+video - ITREALMS

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The Labour Party Presidential candidate in the 2023 general elections, Mr. Peter Obi has refuted reports that his phone was stolen at the court on Tuesday in Abuja, reports ITREALMS.

A viral video was on social media where Obi was obviously searching for his phone left on a desk before stepping out to exchange pleasantries, but could not locate it at the same position on return.

Federal universities remain tuition-free - ITREALMS

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The Federal Government has denied increasing tuition fees in Federal Universities in the country, insisting it remains tuition free, reports ITREALMS.

The Special Adviser to the President (Special Duties, Communications & Strategy), Mr. Dele Alake noted that it was widely reported earlier this week across some news media outlets that the Federal Government had increased tuition fees in federal universities in the country.

Danbatta to businesses: Adjust with disruptive technologies - ITREALMS

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Executive Vice Chairman of the Nigerian Communications Commission, NCC, Prof Umar Garba Danbatta, has advised businesses to adjust to the potentials of disruptive technologies which have been adopted across the globe for enhanced productivity and sustainability.

A press statement endorsed by the Director, Public Affairs, Mr. Reuben Muoka made available to ITREALMS, quoted EVC as telling industry leaders and Information and Communication Technology (ICT) innovators, who gathered at the 2023 edition of the Information, Communication, Technology and Telecommunications (ICTEL) expo organised by the Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) in Lagos, that advancements made in the global ICT industry have become business and enhancing.

Local Content: NCDMB espouses benefits of insurance industry collaboration - ITREALMS

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The Nigeria Content Development Monitoring Board, NCDMB, has craved the understanding and support of the insurance sector to strengthen the Boards desire towards the implementation of the Nigerian Oil and Gas Industry Content Act, NOGICD, in the sector.

The Executive Secretary, ES, of the Board, Simbi Wabote, who made the call at the 2023 Oriental News Nigeria conference in Lagos, with the theme, "Building Local Content Synergy between the Oil and Gas and the Insurance Sector in Nigeria" said over the years, the Board has taken deliberate steps to forge collaboration with various critical stakeholders to support the attainment of its strategic goals and mandate.

ECOWAS imposes sanctions on Niger junta, demands reinstatement of President Bazoum - ITREALMS.

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The Heads of State and Government of ECOWAS has demanded for the immediate release and reinstatement of President Mohamed Bazoum as the legitimate Head of State and Government of the Republic of Niger, reports ITREALMS.

In a communique at the end of the Extraordinary Summit on Socio-Political Situation in the Republic of Niger read by the President, ECOWAS Commission, Dr Omar Touray, the leaders also rejected any form of purported resignation by President Bazoum and declared him as the only recognised and elected President by ECOWAS, the African Union and the international community.