" ITREALMS: May 2025

Saturday, May 31, 2025

Nigeria records 35m Catholics, as faith shifts to global south by Tony Onyima - ITREALMS

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According to the 2025 Pontifical Yearbook released by the Vatican's Central Office of Church Statistics, Nigeria has emerged as Africa’s second-largest Catholic nation with 35 million adherents. 
Nigeria records 35m Catholics, as faith shifts to global south by Tony Onyima - ITREALMS
This milestone signals a profound demographic and spiritual shift in global Catholicism.

UK Minister for Africa strengthens ties with Nigeria in strategic partnership visit - ITREALMS

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The United Kingdom's Minister for Africa, Lord Collins of Highbury, concluded a three-day visit to Nigeria focused on deepening the UK-Nigeria strategic partnership, reports ITREALMS.
UK Minister for Africa strengthens ties with Nigeria in strategic partnership visit - ITREALMS
Discussions were centered on mutual economic growth, prosperity, security, and migration, whereas Lord Collins reaffirmed the UK Government's commitment to strengthening trade and investment ties.

NIRA's 17th AGM ends, elects new EBoD members - ITREALMS

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The Nigeria Internet Registration Association (NiRA) has successfully concluded its 17th Annual General Meeting (AGM), marking a significant stride in fortifying Nigeria's digital identity with the election of the some new members of the Executive Board of Directors, reports 
ITREALMS.
NIRA's 17th AGM ends, elects new EBoD members - ITREALMS
This year's hybrid event, held at the NiRA Secretariat and virtually via Zoom, saw over 325 members, stakeholders, and media convening to review a period of transformative growth.

Boosting Business: Hydrogen, Lagos State partner on 'Healthy Heart, Healthy Business' initiative - ITREALMS

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To promote the growth and sustainability of Nigerian businesses, Hydrogen Payment Services Company Limited teamed up with Ikeja Local Government Area and the Office of the Medical Officer of Health to organize the inspiring “Healthy Heart, Healthy Business” outreach on Wednesday, May 28, 2025, at the Ikeja Local Government Secretariat, reports ITREALMS.
Boosting Business: Hydrogen, Lagos State partner on 'Healthy Heart, Healthy Business' initiative - ITREALMS
The initiative successfully engaged a wide range of business owners through a combination of in-person participation and extensive digital awareness campaigns.

Friday, May 30, 2025

Olayemi Cardoso honored with African Banker's Central Bank Governor of the year - ITREALMS

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The Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Mr. Olayemi Cardoso, was bestowed with the prestigious Central Bank Governor of the Year award at the 2025 African Banker Awards Gala, reports ITREALMS.
Olayemi Cardoso honored with African Banker's Central Bank Governor of the year - ITREALMS
The ceremony took place on Wednesday, May 28, 2025, in the vibrant city of Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire.

Int'l writers association mourns Ngugi Wa Thiong'o - ITREALMS

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The International Writers Association (IWA) has expressed profound grief over the passing of globally celebrated Kenyan writer and thinker, Ngũgĩ wa Thiong’o. 
Int'l writers association mourns Ngugi Wa Thiong'o - ITREALMS
The revered literary icon, whose works spanned decades of intellectual, cultural, and political resistance, passed away leaving behind an unmatched legacy of courage, creativity, and commitment to African liberation through literature.

AI Governance: Ticking time bomb for Nigeria, experts declare @ABoICT 2025 - ITREALMS

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With Artificial Intelligence (AI) rapidly reshaping the global digital landscape, Professor Adewale Peter Obadare and Amrich Singhal, have strongly warned of a ticking time bomb if its not properly governed in Nigeria, reports ITREALMS.
AI Governance:  Ticking time bomb for Nigeria, experts declare @ABoICT 2025 - ITREALMS
The two who spoke at the 2025 Africa’s Beacon of ICT Merit & Leadership Award (ABoICT 2025), at the weekend in Lagos, urgently called for Nigeria and Africa to adopt a unified, governance-driven approach to AI development, stressing that trust, regulation, and cybersecurity are paramount, as they stressed that AI without governance is a 'ticking time bomb.'

Thursday, May 29, 2025

Computer Society to induct over 1,000 @ConNovate 2025 in Kano - ITREALMS

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The Nigeria Computer Society (NCS) is gearing up to induct over 1,000 new members at its upcoming annual international conference, ConNovate 2025, slated for Kano, reported by ITREALMS.
Computer Society to induct over 1,000 @ConNovate 2025 in Kano - ITREALMS
NCS President Dr. Muhammad Sirajo Aliyu disclosed this to ITREALMS during a press conference held at the society's national secretariat, is coming with theme: "Intelligent, Secure, and Sustainable Innovations for a Connected World," is scheduled to run from August 11th to 14th, 2025, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. daily.

COWA celebrates children's day, fostering creativity and innovation @Onne Command - ITREALMS

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The Chairperson of the Customs Officers Wives Association (COWA), Onne Area 11 Command, Hajia Amina Babandede, has emphasized the organization's dedication to nurturing children's creativity and innovative potential during the 2025 Children's Day celebration, reports ITREALMS.
COWA celebrates children's day, fostering creativity and innovation @Onne Command - ITREALMS
The event took place at the command's staff quarters in Ebubu, Eleme Local Government Area, Rivers State.

WATISE 2025 to focus on digitalising ECOWAS economy - ITREALMS

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The upcoming West Africa Telecoms Infrastructure Summit & Exhibition (WATISE) will center on "Digitalising West African Economy: Navigating Challenges and Opportunities for Critical Stakeholders" reports ITREALMS.
WATISE 2025 to focus on digitalising ECOWAS economy - ITREALMS
The event, ITREALMS gathered, is aimed at bringing together leading industry telco and ICT players to learn, share, shape the industry, and network while discussing market-relevant digital transformation trends and development.

Wednesday, May 28, 2025

Push for more girls in ICT highlighted @eBusiness Life forum - ITREALMS

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Celebrating 13 years of its Girls in ICT Day initiative, eBusiness Life recently convened stakeholders in Lagos to applaud the progress made in encouraging young girls towards STEM fields (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) and ICT careers, reports 
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Push for more girls in ICT highlighted @eBusiness Life forum - ITREALMS
This annual campaign aims to mentor and inspire the next generation of female tech leaders. While participants acknowledged the successes achieved, they emphasized the need for continued effort to ensure girls actively pursue and excel in ICT roles, thereby shaping their futures and contributing to economic growth across sectors.

Award nite: Dangote gifts N11bn to cement distributors, customers - ITREALMS

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For their continued loyalty and patronage, Dangote Cement Plc has rewarded its distributors and customers with various choice gift items and cash worth N11 billion, reports ITREALMS.
Award nite: Dangote gifts N11bn to cement distributors, customers - ITREALMS
At the 2025 edition of its Customers Awards & Gala Nite held in Lagos, a premium celebration dedicated to recognising and rewarding its highest-performing distributors, with the theme 'Let’s Acceler8', the cement giant rewarded its distributors with gift items comprising several CNG trucks, containers filled with products, and cash valued at over N11 billion.

Customs Area II Command Onne launches B'Odogwu, for trade efficiency, revenue collection - ITREALMS

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The Nigeria Customs Service Area 11 Command, Onne, Port Harcourt Rivers state says it has launched B'Odogwu, an indigenous technology called the Unified Customs Management System for modernization of Customs operations, enhance compliance and facilitate trade.
Customs Area II Command Onne launches B'Odogwu, for trade efficiency, revenue collection - ITREALMS
This was contained in a press release made available to our correspondent, Tuesday in Port Harcourt by the Command's Public Relations Officer, Theophilus P Duniya.

Monday, May 26, 2025

NCC to Service Providers: You must inform subscribers of outages - ITREALMS

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The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has issued a directive requiring telecom licensees to notify consumers about major service outages on their networks through media channels, reports ITREALMS.
NCC to Service Providers: You must inform subscribers of outages - ITREALMS
A press statement available to ITREALMS and endorsed by Mrs. Nnenna Ukoha, Acting Head of Public Affairs at the NCC which details include on the cause of the outage, affected areas, and estimated restoration time.

Johnson Chukwu to keynote SUPERNEWS AI Confab 2025 - ITREALMS

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The Managing Director/CEO of Cowry Asset Management Limited, Mr Johnson Chukwu, will deliver the keynote address at the SUPERNEWS Nigeria Artificial Intelligence (AI) Confab 2025, reports ITREALMS.
Johnson Chukwu to Keynote SUPERNEWS AI Confab 2025 - ITREALMS
The conference is scheduled for Thursday, June 19th, 2025, at 10 am at the Oriental Hotel, 3 Lekki Road, Victoria Island, Lagos.

Tragedy: Catholic priest dies on his way to Sunday mass - ITREALMS

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A young Catholic priest from the Minna Diocese, Rev. Fr. James Omeh, has lost his life in a tragic accident while en route to celebrate Sunday Mass, reports 
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Tragedy: Catholic priest dies on his way to Sunday mass - ITREALMS
The priest, ITREALMS gathered, was swept away when a bridge collapsed due to heavy rainfall.

Nigeria’s Asthma crisis: 13m lives affected - ITREALMS

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Asthma, the most common chronic disease among children worldwide, has emerged as a silent health crisis in Nigeria, affecting an estimated 13 million people, reports ITREALMS.
Nigeria’s Asthma crisis: 13m lives affected - ITREALMS
The country ranks among those with the highest asthma prevalence in Africa, yet awareness and access to treatment remain critically low, according to the Total Health Trust Limited, during a recent commemoration of World Asthma Day on May 6, 2025.

Seun Ojedeji makes history as first Nigerian on Public Interest Registry Board - ITREALMS

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In a significant milestone for Nigeria's growing influence in global internet governance, Mr. Seun Ojedeji, a renowned technology executive, has been appointed to the Public Interest Registry (PIR) Board of Directors, reports ITREALMS.
Seun Ojedeji makes history as first Nigerian on Public Interest Registry Board - ITREALMS

This appointment marks a historic moment as Ojedeji becomes the first Nigerian to join the PIR Board.

Sunday, May 25, 2025

Adeleke praises Aregbesola's 'Life of Service' @68th birthday, despite political differences - ITREALMS

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The Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke, has extended warm birthday greetings to his predecessor, Ogbeni Rauf Adesoji Aregbesola, as the former governor turned 68, reports 
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Adeleke praises Aregbesola's 'Life of Service' @68th birthday, despite political differences - ITREALMS
This is coming despite their differing political affiliations, as Governor Adeleke lauded Aregbesola's dedicated service to Osun State and Nigeria.

Izuogu Z-600: Africa's first indigenous automobile deferred by Remmy Nweke - ITREALMS

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The Izuogu Z-600: Africa's first indigenous car, a symbol of innovation stifled. Its tale echoes the need for robust support for African ingenuity, writes REMMY NWEKE.
Izuogu Z-600: Africa's first indigenous automobile deferred by Remmy Nweke - ITREALMS

The Visionary Engineer: Dr. Ezekiel Izuogu

At the heart of this story is Dr. Ezekiel Izuogu, a brilliant Igbo Electrical Engineer and lecturer at the Federal Polytechnic Nekede in Imo State, Nigeria. Dr. Izuogu was driven by a vision: to design and manufacture Africa's first indigenous automobile.

Cardoso, CBN honoured @Nairametrics Capital Market Choice awards - ITREALMS

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The Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Mr. Olayemi Cardoso, has been honoured at the inaugural Nairametrics Capital Market Choice Awards on May 23, 2025, reports ITREALMS.
Cardoso, CBN honoured @Nairametrics Capital Market Choice awards - ITREALMS
Nairametrics Founder/CEO, Mr. Ugo Obi-Chukwu, presented the award, citing Cardoso's transformative leadership and strategic contributions to Nigeria's financial and capital markets. Obi-Chukwu noted the CBN's reforms under Cardoso, which have revitalized the financial sector, boosted investor confidence, increased market participation, and promoted long-term economic stability.

Champions of Nigerian Content Awards: NCDMB honors GEJ, Attah, Ogbeifun, others - ITREALMS

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The Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB) recently held the inaugural Champions of Nigerian Content Awards in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State, reports ITREALMS.
Champions of Nigerian Content Awards: NCDMB honors GEJ, Attah, Ogbeifun, others - ITREALMS
Leading the list of honours was the former president, Dr Goodluck Ebele Jonathan (GEJ), Engr. Tony Attah, Managing Director of Renaissance Africa Energy Limited, and Iroghama Ogbeifun, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Starzs Investments Company Limited.

Saturday, May 24, 2025

Leadership Insights: Adetola Adegbayi unveils roadmap to good retirement amid economic challenges - ITREALMS

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In a bid to demystify the complexities of retirement planning, Adetola Adegbayi, founder of Mutual Specialists, has outlined critical steps to achieving a secure retirement despite prevailing economic headwinds, reports ITREALMS.
Leadership Insights: Adetola Adegbayi unveils roadmap to good retirement amid economic challenges - ITREALMS
Speaking at the 2025 Inspenonline Retirement Summit in Lagos, Adegbayi, the keynote speaker, shared practical insights on how to navigate the challenges of retirement planning.

JAMB controversy: 5 South-East Education Commissioners meet without Alex Onyia - ITREALMS

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A recent meeting between the five South-East Education Commissioners and the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) in Enugu has sparked outrage, particularly due to the exclusion of Alex Onyia, the education technology expert who first uncovered discrepancies in the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) results, reports ITREALMS.
JAMB controversy: 5 South-East Education Commissioners met without Alex Onyia - ITREALMS
The controversy stems from allegations that the JAMB exam error disproportionately affected students from the South-East, while South-West and Northern states in the same Lagos Cluster remained unaffected.

Beyond academic terrorism: Unpacking JAMB's technical glitch - ITREALMS

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Despite allegations of academic terrorism, REMMY NWEKE in this report, examines the recent mass JAMB result invalidation of 379,997 UTME candidates in Lagos and five South-East states, due to alleged critical lapse in server patch deployment and human error, attributed to outdated server logic with plan to introduce stricter checks and real-time monitoring.
Beyond academic terrorism: Unpacking JAMB's technical glitch - ITREALMS

 The genesis:

A shocking revelation recently rocked the academic community as the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) admitted that a critical lapse in server patch deployment and human error led to the invalidation of results for 379,997 candidates in Lagos and five South-East states who sat the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME).

NCC, NCA Ghana collaborate on regulatory best practices - ITREALMS

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The leadership of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) recently embarked on a benchmarking visit to the Ghana's National Communications Authority (NCA) to explore best practices and strengthen regulatory frameworks, reports ITREALMS.
NCC, NCA Ghana collaborate on regulatory best practices - ITREALMS
The NCC is Nigeria's regulatory body for the telecommunications industry, responsible for ensuring compliance with regulations, promoting competition, and protecting consumer interests.

Lady with 18 tumors, overcomes stage 4 Melanoma, defying odds - ITREALMS

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At just 22 years old, Kaylee Engle’s world shifted dramatically when doctors diagnosed her with about 18 tumors leading to stage 4 melanoma, reports ITREALMS.
Lady with 18 tumors, overcomes stage 4 Melanoma, defying odds - ITREALMS
The young Canadian nanny had initially dismissed small lumps appearing on her skin, believing them to be harmless cysts. But as more emerged across her body, she knew something was wrong.

Friday, May 23, 2025

Dangote @TIME100 dinner, pledges more investments to uplift vulnerable populations - ITREALMS

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Africa's foremost humanist and Chairman of Aliko Dangote Foundation, Aliko Dangote, has pledged to invest greater funds in the upliftment of vulnerable populations across Nigeria and Africa, as part of his philanthropic efforts to give back to the society.
Dangote @TIME100 dinner, pledges more investments to uplift vulnerable populations - ITREALMS
Dangote spoke on the sideline of the TIME100 Impact Dinner held at ASPIRE at the One World Observatory in New York City, USA. The renowned entrepreneur was named among the top 100 philanthropists listed in an inaugural list released by the TIME Magazine on 22 May, alongside other global personalities such as Michael Bloomberg, football icon David Beckham, NBA star Stephen Curry, Melinda Gates and Oprah Winfrey.

Deepening Gas Infrastructure: Shell Nigeria engages stakeholders - ITREALMS

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Premier gas distribution company, the Shell Nigeria Gas (SNG) has engaged over 100 gas off takers in the Agbara Ota industrial zone in Ogun State on ways of consolidating the gains from the supply chair, reports ITREALMS.
Deepening Gas Infrastructure: Shell Nigeria engages stakeholders - ITREALMS
Set up in 1998 as a fully Shell-owned company, SNG currently operates in Abia, Rivers and Ogun states providing gas to customers through distribution pipelines of approximately 150km.

Asthma: Silent threat behind sudden deaths in young athletes - ITREALMS

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In the high-stakes world of competitive sports, where strength, endurance, and resilience are celebrated, a silent killer lurks among young athletes as asthma.
Often dismissed as a manageable condition, asthma has emerged as the fourth leading cause of sudden death in young athletes, claiming lives when symptoms spiral out of control.

Thursday, May 22, 2025

Dangote PMS now N875/litre - ITREALMS

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Dangote Petroleum Refinery & Petrochemicals has announced another reduction of N15 in the price of its high-quality Premium Motor Spirit (PMS).
Dangote PMS now N875/litre - ITREALMS
As a result of this reduction, Nigerians will now purchase the product at the following prices: N875 per litre in Lagos; N885 per litre in the South West; N895 per litre in the North West and North Central, while it will be sold for N905 per litre in the South East, South South, and North East.

Shell says bright future awaits Nigerian companies @offshore developments - ITREALMS

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Shell Nigeria Exploration and Production Company Ltd (SNEPCo) says Nigerian companies have a lot to benefit if they are prepared to take advantage of more opportunities in its offshore and shallow water oil and gas projects.
Shell says bright future awaits Nigerian companies @offshore developments - ITREALMS
Speaking at the 5th Nigerian Oil and Gas Opportunity Fair (NOGOF) in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State, today, SNEPCo MD, Ronald Adams said projects such as Bonga Southwest Aparo, Bonga North and Bonga Main Life extension could grow Nigerian businesses and improve their expertise if they applied themselves seriously to executing higher value contracts.

Edun tasks new AMCON board on improved debt recoveries - ITREALMS

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The Finance Minister and coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr. Olawale Edun, has tasked the new board of directors of the Asset Management Corporation of Nigeria (AMCON) to speed up debt recoveries, reports ITREALMS.
Edun tasks new AMCON board on improved debt recoveries - ITREALMS
The minister gave the charge on Wednesday in Abuja during the Inauguration of the New Board of AMCON. The new board is chaired by Dr Bala Mohammed Bello. The Non-Executive Directors are Yusuf Tegina, Adeyemo Adeoye, Charles Odion Iyiore, Yahaya Ibrahim, and Emily Chidinma Osuji.

Wednesday, May 21, 2025

Abuja to host book presentation on 'Nigeria Media Renaissance: GOCOP Perspectives on Online Publishing' June 17 - ITREALMS

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The Guild of Corporate Online Publishers (GOCOP) has announced the public presentation of its book, Nigeria Media Renaissance: GOCOP Perspectives on Online Publishing, on Tuesday, June 17th at Abuja Continental Hotel, at 10.00am.
Abuja to host book presentation on 'Nigeria Media Renaissance: GOCOP Perspectives on Online Publishing' June 17 - ITREALMS

According to a press statement by GOCOP Publicity Secretary, Ogbuefi Remmy Nweke, this highly anticipated event promises to be a significant milestone in the literary and publishing landscape.

Time Magazine names Aliko Dangote among Top 100 philanthropists globally - ITREALMS

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… Says ADF spends over N50bn yearly on 'Giving Back to Africa'

The Chairman, Aliko Dangote Foundation and President/Chief Executive, Dangote Industries Limited, Alhaji Aliko Dangote, has been named in the inaugural 2025 TIME100 Philanthropy list, which recognises the 100 most influential leaders shaping the future of philanthropy across the world. 
Time Magazine names Aliko Dangote among Top 100 philanthropists globally - ITREALMS
Dangote, ITREALMS gathered, is the only Nigerian on this distinguished list.

Konga Health, L’Oréal partner on personal care awareness - ITREALMS

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Konga Health, in collaboration with Konga Online, has launched a nationwide campaign offering generous discounts on a wide range of personal care and beauty items. This is a strategic effort to promote health consciousness and make premium personal care products more accessible. The initiative, which runs from May 21 to June 30, 2025, represents a strategic move to raise awareness about health and wellness while giving consumers unbeatable value through exclusive offers.
Konga Health, L’Oréal partner on personal care awareness - ITREALMS
The campaign, which commenced this week, is powered by a major partnership between Konga Health and global beauty industry leader, L’Oréal – the world’s number one personal care and cosmetics company. As part of this collaboration, shoppers who purchase any item on the Konga ecommerce platform automatically qualify to get select products from L’Oréal’s Dermatological Beauty (LDB) brands — CeraVe and La Roche-Posay — at a remarkable 50% discount.

ABoICT Awards 2025: Celebrating ICT’s role in Nigeria’s economic growth - ITREALMS

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The Information and Communication Technology (ICT) sector in Nigeria has experienced tremendous growth over the past two decades, significantly contributing to the country's GDP and transforming various aspects of society.

ABoICT Awards 2025: Celebrating ICT’s role in Nigeria’s economic growth - ITREALMS

The sector's impact on the economy, education, healthcare, and governance has been profound, with numerous organizations and individuals playing key roles in its development.

Tuesday, May 20, 2025

Awka Catholic Diocese mourns over sudden death of Fr Anthony Udogu - ITREALMS

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The Catholic Diocese of Awka, Anambra State, has been thrown into mourning with the sudden passage to glory of one of its priests, Reverend Father Anthony Udogu, reports ITREALMS.
According to The Punch, Fr Udogu died while playing lawn tennis during his routine exercise in the early hours on Monday.

FIJ, US Consulate collaborate, unveil Adejumobi Adegbite Fellowship for Young Journalists - ITREALMS

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The Foundation for Investigative Journalism (FIJ) in collaboration with the U.S. Consulate General in Lagos, has unveiled the Adejumobi Adegbite Fellowship for Young Journalists, reports ITREALMS.
FIJ, US Consulate collaborate, unveil Adejumobi Adegbite Fellowship for Young Journalists - ITREALMS
This one-year programme honors the memory of the late Adejumobi Adegbite, a respected journalist and former Information Specialist at the U.S. Consulate Lagos, who passed away in July 2023.

CBN refutes deposit uncertainty on regulated financial institutions - ITREALMS

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The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has refuted certain publications and social media reports containing misleading information regarding the operations of a regulated financial institution, reports ITREALMS.
CBN refutes deposit uncertainty on regulated financial institutions - ITREALMS
The apex bank noted that its attention has been drawn to the misleading publication, and wishes to categorically reassure the public, depositors, and stakeholders that the Nigerian banking sector remains resilient, safe, and sound.

Petrol price: Dangote assures on stability despite rise in crude oil price - ITREALMS

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Dangote Petroleum Refinery & Petrochemicals reaffirms that, despite the fluctuations in global crude oil prices, it has consistently reduced the price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), commonly known as petrol.
Petrol price: Dangote assures on stability despite rise in crude oil price - ITREALMS
A press release, available to ITREALMS and signed by the Group Chief Branding and Communications Officer, Anthony Chiejina said the decision to maintain price stability reflects its unwavering commitment to supporting the Nigerian economy and alleviating the burden on consumers from the increase in fuel prices by maintaining price stability.

MOSOP: Tinubu not expected to trigger Ogoni crises over oil - ITREALMS

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The President of the Movement for the Survival of the Ogoni People (MOSOP), Fegalo Nsuke, has assured the Ogoni people that despite efforts by some private interests to forcefully resume oil production in Ogoni, he is confident that Nigeria's President, Bola Ahmed Tinubu will not trigger an oil related crises in Ogoni just to satisfy them.
MOSOP: Tinubu not expected to trigger Ogoni crises over oil - ITREALMS
A statement signed by Alex Akori, Secretary-General, MOSOP noted that MOSOP President, Fegalo Nsuke, who spoke at the MOSOP secretariat in Bori, the traditional headquarters of the Ogoni people on Sunday where he met some critical stakeholders including kingdom coordinators of the movement expressed hope that as the nation prepares for the 2027 elections, the Nigerian Government will not risk a crises in Ogoni or any other parts of the Niger Delta region.

Monday, May 19, 2025

CCISONFI champions cybersecurity inclusion in Nigeria's educational curriculum - ITREALMS

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The Committee of Chief Information Security Officers of Nigerian Financial Institutions, CCISONFI, has championed the need for absolute vigilance in the financial sector to deal with disruptive cyber threats, beginning with the inclusion of cybersecurity in the nation's educational curriculum, reports ITREALMS.
CCISONFI champions cybersecurity inclusion in Nigeria's educational curriculum - ITREALMS
Chairman of CCISONFI, Mr Festus Amede made this call at the annual conference held in Uyo with the theme; “Cyber Resilience in a Disruptive World.”

Tech Investment: Access Holdings sets new benchmark in Africa with ₦193.5bn to combat financial fraud - ITREALMS

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In response to Nigeria’s alarming surge in digital fraud, particularly across mobile and online platforms, Access Holdings has strategically deployed substantial resources to innovate and enhance its security infrastructure, against cyber frauds, reports ITREALMS.
Tech Investment: Access Holdings sets new benchmark in Africa with ₦193.5bn to combat financial fraud - ITREALMS
In 2024, Access Holdings, the parent company of Access Bank, invested an unprecedented ₦193.5 billion ($120.5 million) in technology, marking a dramatic 147% increase from the previous year. 

Sunday, May 18, 2025

N4.6trn debt: AMCON, AMPs strategize to intensify recovery - ITREALMS

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The Asset Management Corporation of Nigeria (AMCON), under the leadership of MD/CEO Mr. Gbenga Alade, convened an interactive session in Abuja to reinforce its strategy for recovering over N4.6 trillion in outstanding debts. AMCON aims to deepen collaboration with stakeholders, particularly the Asset Management Partners (AMPs) established in 2016.
N4.6trn debt: AMCON, AMPs strategize to intensify recovery - ITREALMS
During the session, Executive Director of Resolution, Mr. Adeshola Lamidi, emphasized a new era of proactive debt recovery. He assured AMPs of a strengthened, mutually beneficial partnership to enhance recovery strategies and ensure efficient execution of their national mandate. 

Attorney General withdraws Fiat from Falana - ITREALMS

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For the second time, the Office of the Attorney General of the Federation (AGF) and Minister of Justice has withdrawn the fiat donated to Femi Falana SAN, purporting to prosecute a case against Mr. Leo Stan Ekeh, Chairman of Zinox Technologies, and 12 others.

FALANA vs ZINOX, 12 OTHERS: Again, Attorney General withdraws Fiat from Falana - ITREALMS

The case, which has dragged on for many years, arose from a transaction about 13 years ago between Citadel Oracle Concept Limited, an Ibadan-based computer firm owned by an Enugu state indigene, Mr. Benjamin Joseph, and Technology Distributions Limited over the supply of computers to the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), a project in which Technology Distributions fully extended credit to Citadel and which has no bearing whatsoever with Zinox and its promoter, Mr. Leo Stan Ekeh.

Telecoms Clinic: When Campus loss echoes beyond asthma - ITREALMS

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A promising life tragically lost during university football training reveals a deeper crisis: the silent struggle of students with asthma and the urgent need for comprehensive campus support. REMMY NWEKE examines the recent loss of a final year Engineering Technology student at the Michael Okpara University of Agriculture Umudike (MOUAU), a stark reminder that a breath too late can have irreversible consequences, urging institutions to prioritize student well-being.

Telecoms Clinic: When Campus loss echoes beyond asthma - ITREALMS

The humid embrace of a new semester at Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike (MOUAU), hung heavy in the Enugu home of the Ikoma family. But amidst the familiar anticipation of academic pursuits, a silent dread was taking root. 

Saturday, May 17, 2025

Tragedy @Michael Okpara University as final-year student dies during football training - ITREALMS

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Grief has enveloped the Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike (MOUAU) community following the sudden and tragic death of Nwachukwu Omiko, a final-year student in the Department of Mechanical Engineering, reports ITREALMS.
Tragedy @Michael Okpara University as final-year student dies during football training - ITREALMS
Omiko reportedly slumped and passed away on Wednesday while participating in a football training session on the university's grounds.

Sports: Fundamentals of Chess - ITREALMS

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The fundamentals of chess to get you started  include:

The Board
1. 8x8 Grid: The chessboard consists of 64 squares, arranged in an 8x8 grid.
Sports:  Fundamentals of Chess - ITREALMS
2. Squares: Squares are usually colored in a checkered pattern, with light and dark squares alternating.

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ITU celebrates 160 years of global connectivity, pioneering digital innovation - ITREALMS

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The International Telecommunication Union (ITU), the United Nations agency for digital technologies, proudly marks its 160th anniversary, commemorating a legacy of connecting the world since its founding on May 17, 1865, reports ITREALMS.
ITU celebrates 160 years of global connectivity, pioneering digital innovation - ITREALMS
This milestone, ITREALMS gathered, coincides with the annual World Telecommunication and Information Society Day on Saturday, May 17, 2025.

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Seun Ojedeji makes history as first Nigerian on Public Interest Registry Board - ITREALMS

ITREALMS ... making leadership SENSE with digital news! In a significant milestone for Nigeria's growing influence in global internet go...