2025 Scripps National Spelling Bee: A Milestone for Nigerian Students - ITREALMS

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For the first time in history, Nigerian students will be able to participate in the prestigious Scripps National Spelling Bee in Washington, D.C., next year. This momentous occasion not only marks Nigeria's debut but also positions the country alongside Ghana as the African nations in the competition's illustrious century-long history.

The Scripps National Spelling Bee, which will celebrate its 100th anniversary in May of 2025, is a rigorous test of spelling and vocabulary skills. It has long been a platform where young minds showcase their linguistic prowess and determination. For many students, the road to Washington, D.C., is paved with hard work, dedication, and an unwavering passion for words.

Unlocking digital inclusion: S.Mobile, MTN Nigeria partner for MoMo PSB, data bundles, airtime - ITREALMS

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In a move that promises to revolutionize access to digital services and financial inclusion for millions of Nigerians, S.Mobile has joined forces with MTN Nigeria. This strategic partnership focuses on the distribution of MTN's MoMo Payment Service Bank (PSB) and data bundles, offering a seamless gateway to financial services and connectivity.

The collaboration brings together two industry leaders with unique strengths. MTN Nigeria, the country's largest telecom provider, boasts an extensive network and deep understanding of the Nigerian market. 

Protest: GOCOP condemns attacks on journalists by security agents, says act undemocratic - ITREALMS

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The Guild of Corporate Online Publishers (GOCOP) condemns, in very strong terms, the serial attacks on journalists covering the #EndBadGovernance nationwide protest, describing the act as undemocratic and repressive.

GOCOP notes that journalists are partners in national development as well as critical stakeholders in the advancement of democracy and civil liberties and therefore deserve to be protected, and not suppressed as the security agents tried to do during the protest.

Ex-Presidential aide disburses N40m to 40 youths - ITREALMS

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A renowned journalist and former Director of Strategy and Communications to former President Goodluck Jonathan, Chief Jackson Ude, has disbursed N40 million grant to 40 youths from the eight communities in his home town of Nkporo, Ohafia Local Government of Abia State.

The funds are to help the youths to start businesses or boost existing ones as well as to ameliorate the current economic difficulties facing many of them.