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The world has lost a literary giant and courageous journalist, in the person of Frederick Forsyth, the best-selling author of thriller novels like "The Day of the Jackal" and "The Odessa File," at the she of 86.
Tuesday, June 10, 2025
Monday, June 09, 2025
Dangote to Tinubu: We paid N450bn in 2024 taxes, pledges N900bn for infrastructure - ITREALMS
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Aliko Dangote, President of the Dangote Group, recently met with President Bola Tinubu to announce that his conglomerate paid an unprecedented N450 billion in taxes to the Federal Government in 2024, solidifying its position as Nigeria's highest tax-paying company, reports ITREALMS.This substantial contribution surpasses the combined tax payments of all Nigerian banks.
Aliko Dangote, President of the Dangote Group, recently met with President Bola Tinubu to announce that his conglomerate paid an unprecedented N450 billion in taxes to the Federal Government in 2024, solidifying its position as Nigeria's highest tax-paying company, reports ITREALMS.This substantial contribution surpasses the combined tax payments of all Nigerian banks.
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Friday, June 06, 2025
“Who’s in your corner?” by Folashade Femi-Lawal - ITREALMS
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“Some relationships go beyond the office walls. They become our anchors, our cheerleaders, our brothers and sisters in the grind and beyond.
Emeka Oparah and I met while working at Airtel (then Econet Wireless). He joined the company a year after I did, as Corporate Affairs Manager while I was Credit Control Manager.
Thursday, June 05, 2025
Renaissance Africa Energy leadership meets Finance Minister after pivotal SPDC acquisition - ITREALMS
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The chairman of Renaissance Africa Energy Company Limited, Dr. Layi Fatona, has led a delegation of senior executives, including Managing Director & CEO, Mr. Tony Attah, on a courtesy visit to the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr. Wale Edun, at his office in Abuja, reports ITREALMS.The visit marks a significant step in Renaissance’s ongoing engagement with key stakeholders after the March 2025 acquisition of SPDC 30% shares.
The chairman of Renaissance Africa Energy Company Limited, Dr. Layi Fatona, has led a delegation of senior executives, including Managing Director & CEO, Mr. Tony Attah, on a courtesy visit to the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr. Wale Edun, at his office in Abuja, reports ITREALMS.The visit marks a significant step in Renaissance’s ongoing engagement with key stakeholders after the March 2025 acquisition of SPDC 30% shares.
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NIMC: Our verification services fully operational for all partners, including Police Service Commission - ITREALMS
The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) today affirmed that all its verification service platforms are fully functional and readily accessible to all partners, including security agencies, reports ITREALMS.This statement addresses recent inaccurate reports suggesting a denial of access for the Police Service Commission (PSC) to NIMC's verification server, according to Dr. Kayode Adegoke, Head of Corporate Communications at NIMC.
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IHS Nigeria accelerates efforts to nurture tech giants @Ilorin Innovation Hub - ITREALMS
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Leading telecommunications infrastructure provider, IHS Nigeria, has accelerated efforts to nurture technology giants at the Ilorin Innovation Hub, reports ITREALMS.
This, ITREALMS gathered reaffirmed its dedication to transforming the hub into a premier center for technological advancement and talent development in North-Central Nigeria.
Leading telecommunications infrastructure provider, IHS Nigeria, has accelerated efforts to nurture technology giants at the Ilorin Innovation Hub, reports ITREALMS.
This, ITREALMS gathered reaffirmed its dedication to transforming the hub into a premier center for technological advancement and talent development in North-Central Nigeria.
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Landmark: NMDPRA, SEC joint license for JEX market - ITREALMS
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In a landmark collaboration, the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) and the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) have jointly issued licenses to JEX Market to establish and operate a Gas Clearing House and Settlement Authorization Platform.
This would serve as a commodity exchange platform where natural gas and its derivatives would be traded in Nigeria.
In a landmark collaboration, the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) and the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) have jointly issued licenses to JEX Market to establish and operate a Gas Clearing House and Settlement Authorization Platform.
This would serve as a commodity exchange platform where natural gas and its derivatives would be traded in Nigeria.
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ICANN, NCC, IXPN, ISOC rally support for 2025 Nigeria DigitalSENSE Forum - ITREALMS
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The Internet
Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) through the African Regional
At-Large Organisation (AFRALO) is supporting the 2025 Nigeria DigitalSENSE
Forum series is organised by ITREALMS Media and hosted under DigitalSENSE Africa (DSA), an At-Large
Structure certified ICANN, in collaboration with other stakeholders.
The Lead Consulting Strategist,
DigitalSENSE Africa and Group Executive Editor, ITREALMS Media, Ogbuefi Remmy
Nweke revealed this and said that the upcoming Nigeria DigitalSENSE Africa
forum on Internet Governance for Development (IG4D) holding on Thursday, June
19, 2025, at the prestigious Welcome Centre Hotels, MM International Airport
Road, Lagos.
Ileya Festival: Olori Afolabi launches food bank, distributes 150 bags of rice to Apomu people - ITREALMS
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Olori Janet Afolabi, a distinguished CNN award-winning journalist and the Queen of Apomu Kingdom, has extended her generosity to the people of Apomu by distributing 150 bags of 50kg rice in celebration of the Ileya Festival, reports ITREALMS.In a bid to promote long-term food security, she also inaugurated a food bank in the historic town of Apomu, Osun State, reinforcing her commitment to community welfare and sustainable support.
Olori Janet Afolabi, a distinguished CNN award-winning journalist and the Queen of Apomu Kingdom, has extended her generosity to the people of Apomu by distributing 150 bags of 50kg rice in celebration of the Ileya Festival, reports ITREALMS.In a bid to promote long-term food security, she also inaugurated a food bank in the historic town of Apomu, Osun State, reinforcing her commitment to community welfare and sustainable support.
Wednesday, June 04, 2025
MIM, Information Minister to chair GOCOP book launch @Abuja - ITREALMS
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The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Alhaji Mohammed Idris, is to chair the public presentation of the book Nigeria Media Renaissance: GOCOP Perspective on Online Publishing, a publication of Guild of Corporate Online Publishers (GOCOP), scheduled for 110am on Tuesday June 17, 2025 at the Continental Hotel, Abuja, reports ITREALMS. President of GOCOP, Maureen Chigbo, who confirmed this development said the book presentation will be graced by eminent personalities from all walks of life, including government officials, captains of industry, media practitioners and other professionals, representatives of international organisations, directors of non-governmental organisations, among others.
The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Alhaji Mohammed Idris, is to chair the public presentation of the book Nigeria Media Renaissance: GOCOP Perspective on Online Publishing, a publication of Guild of Corporate Online Publishers (GOCOP), scheduled for 110am on Tuesday June 17, 2025 at the Continental Hotel, Abuja, reports ITREALMS. President of GOCOP, Maureen Chigbo, who confirmed this development said the book presentation will be graced by eminent personalities from all walks of life, including government officials, captains of industry, media practitioners and other professionals, representatives of international organisations, directors of non-governmental organisations, among others.
Monday, June 02, 2025
Oil resumption: MOSOP, Ogoni Liberation Initiative accuses FG of provocations - ITREALMS
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The Movement for the Survival of the Ogoni People (MOSOP) and the Ogoni Liberation Initiative have criticized the federal government over recent remarks made by the National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, concerning the resumption of oil production in Ogoni noting that the statement was insensitive and damaging to a healing process undertaken by MOSOP over the past five years.The groups further noted that the Ogoni people were yet to recover from the pains of the past and do not need to be reminded of the evils done to them by previous Nigerian regimes neither do they need to be subjected to renewed state repression.
The Movement for the Survival of the Ogoni People (MOSOP) and the Ogoni Liberation Initiative have criticized the federal government over recent remarks made by the National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, concerning the resumption of oil production in Ogoni noting that the statement was insensitive and damaging to a healing process undertaken by MOSOP over the past five years.The groups further noted that the Ogoni people were yet to recover from the pains of the past and do not need to be reminded of the evils done to them by previous Nigerian regimes neither do they need to be subjected to renewed state repression.
CFA, Anambra ICT boss elected NiRA FinSec, others - ITREALMS
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The digital momentum in Anambra State has once again gained national spotlight as the Managing Director/CEO of the Anambra State ICT Agency, Mr. Chukwuemeka Fred Agbata (CFA), was elected Financial Secretary of the Executive Board of Directors (eBoD) of the Nigeria Internet Registration Association (NiRA) at its just-concluded 17th Annual General Meeting (AGM).NiRA, the custodian of Nigeria’s country code top-level domain (.ng), held its AGM in a hybrid format, with over 325 stakeholders participating both physically and virtually.
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The digital momentum in Anambra State has once again gained national spotlight as the Managing Director/CEO of the Anambra State ICT Agency, Mr. Chukwuemeka Fred Agbata (CFA), was elected Financial Secretary of the Executive Board of Directors (eBoD) of the Nigeria Internet Registration Association (NiRA) at its just-concluded 17th Annual General Meeting (AGM).NiRA, the custodian of Nigeria’s country code top-level domain (.ng), held its AGM in a hybrid format, with over 325 stakeholders participating both physically and virtually.
Sunday, June 01, 2025
ConNovate 2025: Gov. Yusuf, Tijani, Odusote to headline confab - ITREALMS
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The Nigeria Computer Society (NCS) is set to host its 19th international conference tagged ConNovate 2025, in Kano, with the state governor, Engr Abba Kabir Yusuf, Minister of Communication and Digital Economy, Dr. Bosun Tijani and Director General, National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) Dr. Abiosye Coker-Odusote headlining the event, reports ITREALMS.
ConNovate 2025, ITREALMS gathered will hold in Kano from August 11th to 14th, 2025, under the theme "Intelligent, Secure, and Sustainable Innovations for a Connected World."
The Nigeria Computer Society (NCS) is set to host its 19th international conference tagged ConNovate 2025, in Kano, with the state governor, Engr Abba Kabir Yusuf, Minister of Communication and Digital Economy, Dr. Bosun Tijani and Director General, National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) Dr. Abiosye Coker-Odusote headlining the event, reports ITREALMS.
ConNovate 2025, ITREALMS gathered will hold in Kano from August 11th to 14th, 2025, under the theme "Intelligent, Secure, and Sustainable Innovations for a Connected World."
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NCC's e-Health project revolutionizes healthcare in Ondo State - ITREALMS
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The Executive Vice Chairman of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), Dr. Aminu Maida, has commissioned an innovative e-Health project at the State Specialist Hospital in Akure, Ondo State, reports ITREALMS.
This groundbreaking initiative showcased the transformative power of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in Nigeria's healthcare sector.
The Executive Vice Chairman of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), Dr. Aminu Maida, has commissioned an innovative e-Health project at the State Specialist Hospital in Akure, Ondo State, reports ITREALMS.
This groundbreaking initiative showcased the transformative power of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in Nigeria's healthcare sector.
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NCDMB boss, Ogbe appointed to APPO board - ITREALMS
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The Executive Secretary of the Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB), Engr. Felix Omatsola Ogbe has been appointed into the Executive Board of the African Petroleum Producers’ Organization (APPO).
By the appointment, Ogbe becomes Nigeria’s representative on the Board of the 18-member continental body, which has its headquarters at Brazzaville, Republic of the Congo.
The Executive Secretary of the Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB), Engr. Felix Omatsola Ogbe has been appointed into the Executive Board of the African Petroleum Producers’ Organization (APPO).
By the appointment, Ogbe becomes Nigeria’s representative on the Board of the 18-member continental body, which has its headquarters at Brazzaville, Republic of the Congo.
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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.
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.
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.
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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.
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.
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.
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.The initiative successfully engaged a wide range of business owners through a combination of in-person participation and extensive digital awareness campaigns.
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.The initiative successfully engaged a wide range of business owners through a combination of in-person participation and extensive digital awareness campaigns.
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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.The ceremony took place on Wednesday, May 28, 2025, in the vibrant city of Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire.
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.The ceremony took place on Wednesday, May 28, 2025, in the vibrant city of Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire.
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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.
The International Writers Association (IWA) has expressed profound grief over the passing of globally celebrated Kenyan writer and thinker, Ngũgĩ wa Thiong’o.
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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.
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.
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.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.
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.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.
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.
The event took place at the command's staff quarters in Ebubu, Eleme Local Government Area, Rivers State.
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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.
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.
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.
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 ITREALMS.
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 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.
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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.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.
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.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.
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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.
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.
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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.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.
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.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.The conference is scheduled for Thursday, June 19th, 2025, at 10 am at the Oriental Hotel, 3 Lekki Road, Victoria Island, Lagos.
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.The conference is scheduled for Thursday, June 19th, 2025, at 10 am at the Oriental Hotel, 3 Lekki Road, Victoria Island, Lagos.
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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 ITREALMS.
The priest, ITREALMS gathered, was swept away when a bridge collapsed due to heavy rainfall.
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 ITREALMS.
The priest, ITREALMS gathered, was swept away when a bridge collapsed due to heavy rainfall.
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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.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.
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.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.
This appointment marks a historic moment as Ojedeji becomes the first Nigerian to join the PIR Board.
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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 ITREALMS.This is coming despite their differing political affiliations, as Governor Adeleke lauded Aregbesola's dedicated service to Osun State and Nigeria.
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 ITREALMS.This is coming despite their differing political affiliations, as Governor Adeleke lauded Aregbesola's dedicated service to Osun State and Nigeria.
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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.
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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.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.
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.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.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.
The Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB) recently held the inaugural Champions of Nigerian Content Awards in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State, reports 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.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.
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.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.
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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.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.
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.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.
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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.
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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.The NCC is Nigeria's regulatory body for the telecommunications industry, responsible for ensuring compliance with regulations, promoting competition, and protecting consumer interests.
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.The NCC is Nigeria's regulatory body for the telecommunications industry, responsible for ensuring compliance with regulations, promoting competition, and protecting consumer interests.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
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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.
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.
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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.
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.
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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).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.
Dangote Petroleum Refinery & Petrochemicals has announced another reduction of N15 in the price of its high-quality Premium Motor Spirit (PMS).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.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.
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.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.
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.
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.
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.
Time Magazine names Aliko Dangote among Top 100 philanthropists globally - ITREALMS
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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.
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Seun Ojedeji makes history as first Nigerian on Public Interest Registry Board - ITREALMS
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