AI R&D: NITDA D-G pledges support to startups - ITREALMS

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The Director-General, National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), |Mr. Kashifu Inuwa, has pledged the government's continued commitment to supporting starting startups in the country with necessary resources and initiatives in advancing the research of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the country.

Inuwa made this known at the Innovate Nigeria 2024 Conference & Expo which was held at the Landmark Event Centre in Victoria Island, Lagos where he gave a thought-provoking keynote address on the role of government in advancing AI research and its implications for Nigeria’s economic future.

Five Nigerians died aftermath of SA/Nigeria match @AFCON24 - ITREALMS

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Not less than five Nigerians have been confirmed dead following the last match between Nigeria and South Africa at the ongoing Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON 2024) taking place at Cote D' Ivoire, reports ITREALMS.

The heart-breaking news filtered into newsroom with the death of a renowned medical doctor turned Politician, public commentator, and a former Presidential Adviser on National Assembly Matters to former President Goodluck Jonathan, Dr. Cairo Ojougboh died while watching the match. He was a chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) at the time of his sudden and saddened death.

Sad Chopper: Wigwe, Access Holdings GMD, wife, son die, alongside NSE chair, Ogunbanjo - ITREALMS

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A helicopter crash has occurred in California, United States of America (USA) killing the Group Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer (GMD/CEO) of Access Holdings, Dr. Herbert Onyewumbu Wigwe, his wife, Chizoba and their son reports ITREALMS.

The chairman, Nigerian Stock Exchange, Mr. Abimbola Ogunbanjo, also reportedly died in the same crash, according to earlier reports by Daily Trust, which reported that his wife and son were also in the helicopter that crashed in California, USA.

Salvation layout: Anambra State warns land grabbers, trespassers - ITREALMS

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The Anambra State government has warned land grabbers to stay clear of the Salvation Layout, Nkonko Mgbakwu in Awka-North Local Government Area, reports ITREALMS.

In a public statement available to ITREALMS, the Anambra State government through the Commissioner for Lands said that layout has been acquired by the state and cautioned land grabbers to stay off the location.

Enugu-Onitsha: MTN pledges smart road - ITREALMS

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The challenges faces currently by motorists and road users along Enugu-Onitsha Expressway would soon be a thing of the past as telecom giant pledged to make the road smart on completion, reports ITREALMS.

Disclosing this to ITREALMS, the Principal Consultant, Crown Crest Global Engineers (CCGE) and chairman, MTN/CCGE Community Liaison Initiative (CLI), Engr Chris Okoye that when completed, the Enugu – Onitsha 107km x 2 dual carriage way would be a full option smart road.

TECNO Spark 20 turns Ojo square to watch party - ITREALMS

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TECNO Spark 20 has turned Ojo Square in Yaba into football arena for enthusiasts of the African Cup of Nations (AFCON2024) for the semi-final clash between the Super Eagles of Nigeria and the Bafana Bafana boys of South Africa, reports ITREALMS.

The crowd, buzzing with energy, witnessed not just a game but a dynamic spectacle where TECNO's commitment to community engagement took centre stage.

Oyo State gets Electricity Regulatory Commission Act - ITREALMS

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Oyo State governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, on Friday, signed into law the Oyo State Electricity Regulatory Commission Bill 2024.

The governor, who performed the signing ceremony at the Conference Room of the Governor’s Office, Secretariat, Agodi, Ibadan, said the signing was to give the state opportunity to develop its own roadmap to sustainable electricity.

Use personal data responsibly: Moniepoint, Data Commission urge youth - ITREALMS

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With about 65% of Nigeria's population under 30 years old, the need to raise awareness of data protection rights and responsibilities especially among young people has been brought to the fore. 

The focus on this huge youth demographic follows from its ability to serve as a great incentive to boost Nigeria’s productivity credentials and the role that they can play in championing an ethical and healthy ecosystem in view of the country’s digital economy aspirations.

CCA to host webinar on Climate Finance - ITREALMS

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The Climate Action Africa (CAA) has launched the CAAF24 pre-event webinar with focus on Climate Finance in Africa, reports ITREALMS.

The webinar, which is now open for registration, promises to convene a diverse group of experts and stakeholders on February 29, according to the Co-Founder and Executive Director of CAA, Grace Oluchi Mbah.

FirstBank wins corporate bank award - ITREALMS

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FirstBank, Nigeria’s premier financial institution and financial inclusion services provider, was announced as the Best Corporate Bank at the recent prestigious Euromoney Awards for Excellence, Nigeria 2023.

The Bank clinched the coveted award based on its 130-year commitment to enabling its corporate customers achieve success through relevant and tailored financial solutions.

Finally, Glo, MTN resolve interconnect debt dispute - ITREALMS

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Finally, finally, the pre-disconnection notice between Glo and MTN over interconnection debt dispute has been resolved, reports ITREALMS.

Confirming this development, Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) through its Director, Public Affairs, Mr. Reuben Muoka, informed ITREALMS that the commission was pleased to announce that the interconnect debt dispute between MTN Nigeria Communications Plc. (MTN) and Globacom Limited (Globacom) has been amicably resolved.

Sophos: Global leader in IDC MarketScape for endpoint security - ITREALMS

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Sophos, a global leader in innovating and delivering cybersecurity as a service, has announced its recognition as a Leader in the IDC MarketScape: Worldwide Modern Endpoint Security for Midsize Businesses 2024 Vendor Assessment, which evaluates the solutions and business strategies of 16 modern endpoint security (MES) vendors.

Sophos Endpoint defends more than 300,000 organizations worldwide against advanced attacks with anti-ransomware, anti-exploitation, behavioral analysis, and other technologies that stop threats before they escalate. In the report, IDC applauds Sophos Endpoint for including “a more expansive set of protection technologies (host-based firewall and IDS/IPS, device control, DLP, and encryption) as standard features in its endpoint security offering.” In addition, “in the discipline of systematically strengthening customers’ security posture, Sophos has a strong set of features in customer security advisory recently enhanced with an account health-checking feature (detecting and remediating security configuration drift).” The report also praises Sophos for adding “several new capabilities: adaptive attack protection, critical attack warning and data protection and recovery” to further mitigate risks.

Navigating interconnect settlement challenges in Nigeria by Elvis Eromosele - ITREALMS

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The Nigerian telecommunications sector, a dynamic landscape driven by innovation and increasing connectivity, stands out as a high-performing industry within the country. 

It is, however, not without its share of challenges. The perennial issues around 'right of way', multiple taxation and absence of power persist. A new one is emerging in the realm of interconnection agreement settlements.

Lagos Motor Show unveils banner, Emir of Borgu to preside - ITREALMS

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The Emir of Borgu in Niger State, Alhaji Muhammed Haliru Dantoro, would chair the first-ever Lagos Motor Show (LMS) slated to hold between February 16 and 17, 2004, at the Tafawa Balewa Square, reports ITREALMS.

This is coming as the Local Organising Committee (LOC) has unveiled the banner for the 2024 Lagos Motor Show.

Rotary Club of Port Harcourt ECO celebrates 3rd anniversary - ITREALMS

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The Rotary Club of Port Harcourt ECO has celebrated her three years anniversary with pomp and pageantry.

 The event which featured scholarship award to four indigent students in the universities and health interventions in Umuoye Etche, in Etche Local Government Area and Elelenwo, in Obio/Akpor Local Government Area all in Rivers State, attracted commendations from both the awardees and over 200 participants who trudged the Umuoye Health centre and that of Elelenwo for the event.

CBN, NNPC resolve to strengthen relationship, guarantee seamless commercial operation - ITREALMS

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"The Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC Ltd) and the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) on Banking Relationship"

The Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Mr. Olayemi Cardoso, and the Group Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd.), Mallam Mele Kyari, have reviewed the decision of the NNPC Ltd. to domicile a significant portion of its revenues and other banking services with the CBN, reports ITREALMS.

Following their meeting in Abuja on Thursday, February 8, 2024, the CBN and NNPC Ltd Chiefs noted the value created by the decision for all parties, especially in providing the NNPC Ltd. with an improved platform for managing its cash holding obligor limits in commercial banks set by the Board of Directors.

NNPC insists 'No increase in PMS prices,' assures Nigerians - ITREALMS

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The Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Ltd. has insisted that there no increase in the cost of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) also known as petrol locally, reports ITREALMS.

The Chief Corporate Communications Officer, NNPC Ltd, Mr. Olufemi Soneye made this declaration in a press statement available to ITREALMS, assuring the public that there is no imminent increase in the cost of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), commonly known as petrol in the country.

Dawda debuts with single 'Wine' with LPME records - ITREALMS

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LPME Group, a trailblazing music studio based in Dubai, proudly announces the release of the debut single, "Wine," by the exceptional singer, songwriter, and producer, Dawda.

With an unparalleled commitment to promoting diverse talents globally, LPME Group is poised to propel Dawda to the forefront of the African and Middle Eastern music scenes.

NNPC Ltd records 14,000bpd production from Akpo West Field - ITREALMS

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The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd) has optimised production from the nation’s oil and gas assets, with the announcement of the successful commencement of oil production from the Akpo West Field, reports ITREALMS.

The milestone, which is the result of meticulous planning, strategic collaboration, and unwavering dedication from all stakeholders involved in the project, will add 14,000 barrels per day condensate to the nation’s production.

Agboworin lauds Makinde for constituting Elders’ Council - ITREALMS

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Member of the House of Representatives representing Ibadan North East/South East, on Wednesday, lauded the Oyo State Governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, for constituting the Elder’s Council in a bid to jointly run the affairs of governance in the state.

Agboworin, who is also the Chairman of the House Committee on Narcotic Drugs, equally congratulated the newly inaugurated chairman and members of the Council who made the list as constituted by the governor.

AFCON: Super Eagles scale over Bafana Bafana to final - ITREALMS

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The Super Eagles of Nigeria, on Wednesday evening scaled over Bafana Bafana of South Africa to the finals at the ongoing African Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Cote d’Ivoire 2023, reports ITREALMS.

The match monitored by ITREALMS crew saw the Super Eagles scoring first in the first half before Bafana Bafana equalised.

Africa food bank confab ends in Ghana, seeks collaboration - ITREALMS

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The Global FoodBanking Network (GFN) in partnership with Ghanaian, Food for All Africa (FFAA), celebrated a growing, collaborative network of food banks across Africa at the conclusion of the 2nd Africa Food Bank Conference, reports ITREALMS.

Food banks from across Africa gathered in Accra to discuss common opportunities and challenges and to learn from the experience and expertise of peers.

Osun strike: Adeleke hosts JSUN, seeks quick resolution - ITREALMS

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Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State has again called for amicable resolution of the ongoing strike action by the state chapter of the Judiciary Staff Union of Nigeria, expressing unhappiness about the hold up in the justice administration due to the industrial action.

Speaking while hosting a delegation of the national leadership of the judicial union led by its President, Comrade Marwan Mustapha Adamu, Governor Adeleke narrated his interventions to resolve the strike to include the payments of the withheld salaries of some judicial workers and negotiations with the union on their wardrobe allowances.

Starlink appoints TD first authorised distributor in Africa - ITREALMS

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Starlink has officially appointed TD Africa, Nigeria's premier technology distribution powerhouse, to distribute Starlink kits, reports ITREALMS.

This marks a significant moment in TD Africa’s goal of democratizing internet access in the heart of Nigeria and across Africa.

Inter'l writers mourn passage of folklorist Jim Solanke - ITREALMS

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The International Writers Association (IWA) said its deeply saddened by the loss of the beloved folklorist, Jimi Solanke, who passed away in the early hours of Monday, February 5, after a brief illness. Solanke, affectionately known as 'Uncle Jimi', departed while en route to the Olabisi Onabanjo University Teaching Hospital. His passing marks the end of an era for Nigeria's cultural landscape.

In a heartfelt statement issued by the Acting President of the International Writers Association, Wole Adedoyin, Jimi Solanke was celebrated as a multifaceted artist whose talents spanned songwriting, acting, performance, visual art, poetry, and storytelling. His distinctive style, characterized by a resonant, golden voice accompanied by guitar melodies, captivated audiences of all ages across generations.

Alumni partnership board debuts in Osun - ITREALMS

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The Executive Governor of Osun State, Senator Ademola Adeleke has announced the creation of a partnership board between government and alumni associations at all levels of education in the state as part of sustained effort of his administration to reposition education and improve standards, saying non-governmental groups are critical partners in the development of schools.

Governor Adeleke made the disclosure when he hosted a delegation of the Ilesa Grammar School Old Students Association in his office on Tuesday, noting that the board which will be launched by mid-March will complement his administration's effort at complete rehabilitation of schools in Osun state.

CBN blames current exchange rates to influx, demand, supply of USD - ITREALMS

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… Tighten your belt till last quarter’24

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CB\n) has blamed the unsavoury foreign exchange rates in Nigeria to influx and demands of the United States Dollars (USD), reports ITREALMS.

Just as inflation pressures may persist, till fourth quarter of 2024 (Q4 2024), while the exchange rate pressures are also expected to reduce with the smooth functioning of the foreign exchange market within that period.

Police: Miyetti Allah vigilante not recognised — ITREALMS

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The Nasarawa State Commissioner of Police (CP) Mr. Umar Shehu Nadada, has declared the nomad vigilante group recently launched in Nasarawa State by Miyetti Allah Kautal Hore as illegal and unrecognized.

According to NewsExpress, the CP Shehu made the declaration when the leadership of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) Nasarawa State Council, paid him a courtesy call in his office at the State Command Headquarters Shenda Road in Lafia, the state capital, on Tuesday.

AI and emerging technology: 5 things to know - ITREALMS

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This article is part of: World Economic Forum Annual Meeting Contrary to the hype, the more robust discussions around artificial intelligence (AI) and emerging tech revealed a notable convergence of viewpoints.

There were also serious conversations around other key issues: the digital divide, the coming quantum economy, space technology and climate change, and the development of sector-specific regulation around AI governance.

'No plan for satellite campus @Osun State College of Technology' - ITREALMS

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The Governor of Osun State, Senator Ademola Adeleke has denied rumours and insinuations that his administration has approved a new satellite campus of the state College of Technology, Esa Oke at Ibokun, reports ITREALMS.

In a statement by the spokesperson to the State Governor, Mallam Olawale Rasheed and made available to ITREALMS in Osogbo, the report of a new satellite campus at Ibokun was described as untrue.

FirstBank, Best Corporate Bank in Nigeria says Euromoney - ITREALMS

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The First Bank of Nigeria Plc has been pronounced the Best Corporate Bank in the country by Euromoney, reports ITREALMS.

Officials of the bank in reacting to the award said they were thrilled.

"We are thrilled to announce that FirstBank has been recognized by the Euromoney Awards for Excellence 2023 as the Best Corporate Bank in Nigeria. This achievement is not just ours; it belongs to you too," official declared.

ITU appoints Tijani to Alliance board - ITREALMS

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The International Telecommunication Union has named the Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy (MCIDE) Federal Republic of Nigeria, Dr. ‘Bosun Tijani to the Digital Innovation Board of the Innovation and Entrepreneurship Alliance for Digital Development, reports ITREALMS.

The alliance was setup to bridge the global digital innovation divide and to support ITU members as they work towards an equitable digital future.

Peter Obi as shadow president by Emeka Obasi - ITREALMS

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President Bola Tinubu needs help at this time to save him from politicians who are running him out of relevance with obnoxious policies. In all this, Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, appears to be the lone true friend around.

Obi is the only genuine opposition that all eyes can see. Representing the Labour Party, he has not gone to bed since the end of the 2023 presidential elections. Others may blow hot air as their interests dictate, the leader of the Obidients is consistent.

NCDMB parleys Chevron, recommits to fast-track approvals of oil industry projects - ITREALMS

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The Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB) has restated its commitment to accelerated approvals of requests and documents submitted to it by operating oil and gas companies. The goal is to ensure speedy development of oil and gas projects and contribute to increased oil production and improved national economy.

The Executive Secretary NCDMB, Engr. Felix Omatsola Ogbe gave the assurance on Friday at the Nigerian Content Tower, Yenagoa, Bayelsa State when he received senior officials from Chevron Nigeria Limited led by the Deputy Managing Director, Mr. Cosmas Iwueze.

Greenhouse Gas Emission Reduction @OML 34: NNPC Ltd, US Govt., Deloitte collaborate - ITREALMS

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The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd) is working in collaboration with the United States Department of States and international management consultancy firm, Deloitte, to meet its net-zero carbon goals by embarking on a project aimed at reducing the emission of methane and other greenhouse gases from its upstream operations.

The project which is at its conceptual stage was the focus of a three-day Technical Assistance on Oil & Gas Sector Global Methane Abatement and Decarbonisation Workshop which kicked off at the PTDF Tower, in Abuja, on Monday.

ISOC study: Nigeria rakes in USD40m from IXPN services - ITREALMS

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The recent study by the Internet Society (ISOC) has rated the Internet Exchange Point of Nigeria (IXPN) high, especially for saving the country some United States Dollars (USD) to the tune of 40 million, reports ITREALMS.

As at the time of this report, USD40m is about N31,200,000,000.

Political weaponisation: Yorubas becoming insecure, frightened & second-rated nation by Kola Odetola - ITREALMS

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No woman likes a clingy, insecure man. But that is what we Yorubas are becoming, a frightened, insecure and second-rate nation. So fearful that we can't even accept one of our own because his mother is Igbo. 

There was a time when the word swagger was synonymous with the Yoruba. Reflecting self assurance and confidence. We exuded belief. The Igbos secretly admired us. They adopted our clothes and music. They flocked to our churches.

We accommodated strangers because we were so sure of ourselves, of our standing in the world, our stature, our swag that we knew our guests were not a threat. Now all that has drained away. We are now like the insecure man who marries a pretty woman and is secretly consumed by self doubt, fearing he is not good enough for her, tracks her every movement, obsessively going through her phone, hates her male colleagues because he is petrified she will leave him for soneone better. Is this how low we have fallen that we now fear those we once used to regard as culturally inferior to us? We once said the Igbos could not dance, could not dress, lacked poise and polish, were not as read as us. Now we work ourselves into a frenzy about them taking over a Yoruba city hundreds of miles from the nearest hamlet in the South East.

Police burst kidnappers hideout in Avu-Ihiagwa forest, arrest 5 suspects - ITREALMS

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Based on credible intelligence, operatives of the Imo State Police Command Special Tactical Unit led by the Commissioner of Police, CP Aboki Danjuma in synergy with some local hunters stormed a suspected kidnapper’s hideout in a forest between Avu and Ihiagwa, on 29/01/2024 and arrested of 5 suspected kidnappers, reports ITREALMS.

The Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) for Imo State Command, ASP Okoye Henry in a press statement available to ITREALMS gave the names of the suspects as Muazu Awuta, 30 ‘m’ yrs, Abdullahi Abubakar, ‘m’ 32yrs, Ozeru Sabo ‘m’ 25yrs, Saddam Suleiman, ‘m’ 27yrs, Bashir Yahaya, ‘m’, 28yrs all of Jau LGA of Jigawa State.

Ignore APC propaganda on alleged N148bn @FAAC - ITREALMS

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The Osun State government has denied allegation of receiving the sum of N148 billion from the Federal Account, reports ITREALMS.

"Our attention has been drawn to a fake news circulating in some corners to the effect that the Osun State government has received about One Hundred and Forty-Eight Billion Naira from the Federation Account. This is a lie from the pit of hell.

NLNG skills women journalists in digital communication - ITREALMS

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Nigeria LNG Limited concluded another edition in the series of #NLNGChangeYourStory workshops on Thursday, focusing on arming women journalists with cutting-edge digital communication and social media skills for reporting gender-based issues.

From 30th January to 1st February 2024, this annual capacity-building workshop, themed Gender Active, convened women journalists from diverse editorial sections and Nigeria Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ) members in Lagos. The workshop, sponsored by NLNG, focused on mobile and multimedia journalism, providing participants with a comprehensive learning experience.

Nigerian Police, NASENI collabo to boost operational, efficiency - ITREALMS,

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The National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI) has expressed its commitment to refurbish and revamp redundant operational assets of the Nigerian Police Force (NPF) such as vehicles, helicopters, confiscated and forfeited vehicles.

This is part of moves to support the Police Force in boosting its operational capacity to improve the security situation in the country in line with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Agenda on Security.

Manipulated minds: Humanity's greatest danger - ITREALMS

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Indorama: We're committed to workplace safety - ITREALMS

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Indorama Petrochemicals Limited, Eleme, Rivers State has reiterated its commitment to workplace safety, declaring its unwavering, reports ITREALMS.

Disclosing this during a chat with ITREALMS on Friday at the company's head office in Eleme Rivers state by the Head, Corporate Communications of the organization, Dr Jossy Nkwocha to refute an alleged negligence by one Mr David Diepreye, an injured site worker of one of its contractors.