Nwosu congratulates Super Falcons on historic win - ITREALMS

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John C. Nwosu, governorship candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), has praised the Super Falcons for their remarkable 10th CAF Women's African Cup of Nations title, reports ITREALMS,

After trailing 2-0 at halftime, the Nigerian team showed incredible resilience, determination, and skill, scoring three goals in under 30 minutes to secure a thrilling comeback victory.

Unseen hands navigating AI bias, censorship, and battle for fair digital future by Remmy Nweke - ITREALMS

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In a world increasingly shaped by algorithms, Telecoms Clinic@ITREALMS by REMMY NWEKE delves into the urgent battle against AI bias and digital censorship. Explore how unseen forces are influencing artificial intelligence, the growing calls for regulation, and the crucial fight to ensure a transparent and fair digital future for all.

Preface:
As the digital tide continues to rise, sweeping Artificial Intelligence into every conceivable corner of our lives, the past week has underscored a burgeoning crisis that demands urgent attention: the insidious specter of AI bias and the chilling potential for censorship.

What began as a technological marvel is rapidly evolving into a complex ethical battleground, prompting fierce debates, calls for stringent regulation, and an intensified global effort to ensure AI serves humanity, rather than subverting it.

Nigeria's Falcons clinches 10th WAFCON Championship, triumphs over Morocco - ITREALMS

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Nigeria's Super Falcons have indeed made history by winning the 2024 Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) championship, defeating host Morocco 3-2 in a thrilling final match, reports ITREALMS.

The Falcons came from behind to win the game, with goals from Esther Okoronkwo, Gift Ijamilusi, and Jennifer Echegini securing their 10th WAFCON title.

USSD Wahala Reloaded: Are Telcos Quietly Dipping into Your Airtime? by Elvis Eromosele - ITREALMS

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In Nigeria, one phrase captures the endless stream of troubles that trail daily life, "Wahala no dey finish." This timeless street slang now finds fresh relevance in the realm of mobile banking, especially with the storm brewing between telcos, banks, and the supposed "saviour" in between, the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC). 

After years of battles over who should bear the cost of USSD transactions, the NCC made a grand intervention: going forward, customers would pay USSD fees directly from their airtime, not their bank accounts.

New era @Dangote Cement: Aliko retires, Ikazoboh charts future - ITREALMS

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Aliko Dangote, the founder of Dangote Cement Plc, has retired as Chairman and Director of the Board, effective, Friday, July 25, 2025, reports ITREALMS.

He stepped down to focus on the company's refinery, petrochemicals, fertilizer, and government relations, aiming to drive the company's five-year business trajectory to new heights.

Fake News: NGE tasks media houses on setting up fact-checking desks - ITREALMS

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The Nigerian Guild of Editors (NGE) has urged media houses to set up fact-checking desks to combat the spread of fake news, misinformation, and disinformation, reports ITREALMS.

This call was made at a one-day workshop organized by the European Union (EU) in collaboration with the NGE in Lagos.

INEC concludes CVR in Anambra, records 168, 187 new voters, updates on party registration - ITREALMS

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The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has concluded the Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) exercise in Anambra State, ahead of the off-cycle governorship election, reports ITREALMS.

The Commission revealed that a total of 168,187 new voters were registered, with 97,832 (58%) being female and 70,355 (42%) male.

OAU cracks down on indecent dressing, imposes stiff penalties - ITREALMS

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In a sweeping move to curb what it describes as "the contemporary trend of events" impacting campus decorum, Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU) has unveiled a stringent new set of dress code regulations, effective immediately, reports ITREALMS.

A confidential "Decision Extract" (Ref. No. R/DCA/C/IB/XVI/12/266), available to 
ITREALMS, outlines severe penalties, including rustication, for students found in violation.

Airtel Africa's profit climbs 5x on back of mobile money, data growth - ITREALMS

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Airtel Africa's net profit has jumped five-fold to $156 million in the first quarter of 2025, driven by strong growth in its mobile money and data businesses. 

The company's revenue rose 24.9% to $1.415 billion, fueled by tariff adjustments in Nigeria and a strong performance in Francophone Africa.

Literary Giants clash: 11 authors nominated for $100,000 Nigeria Prize - ITREALMS

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What was once described as a fiercely competitive 2025 edition of The Nigeria Prize for Literature now appears to have been an underestimation of the intensity of the race. The Prize’s Advisory Board on Wednesday revealed the Longlist of 11 titles, setting the stage for an epic battle for the prestigious literary prize.

The list of the best 11 prose works, arranged in alphabetical order of the book titles:

NASENI boss, Halilu honoured @UK for driving Africa’s industrial innovation - ITREALMS

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The Executive Vice Chairman/CEO of the National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI), Mr. Khalil Suleiman Halilu, was honoured with the prestigious African Achievers Award at the 15th edition of the ceremony held at the historic House of Lords, UK Parliament, on July 11, 2025.

The award, presented during an event that brought together royals, global leaders, policymakers, and innovators, recognized Mr. Halilu’s outstanding contributions to advancing Africa’s technological infrastructure, innovation ecosystems, and industrial growth through his leadership at NASENI.

NITRA-ALTON CNII & Sustainability Conference gets new August date - ITREALMS

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The Critical National Information Infrastructure (CNII) & Sustainability Conference 2025 has been rescheduled to August 7, 2025, in Lagos, to foster a comprehensive discussion around the recent declaration of telecom infrastructure as Critical National Infrastructure (CNI), reports ITREALMS. 

This development, approved by the nation's telecommunications regulator, positions telecom infrastructure as a vital national resource that requires protection.

Glo revolutionizes device protection in Nigeria, partners Cubcover - ITREALMS

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Globacom, a leading technology and digital solutions provider in Nigeria, has introduced a groundbreaking Device Protection Cover for its subscribers, reports ITREALMS.

This innovative service, ITREALMS gathered was launched in partnership with Cubecover, a prominent technology solutions enabler, was aimed at enhancing customer experience by safeguarding their devices against accidental damage.

CIPESA, MICT, NamIGF partner on FIFAfrica25 - ITREALMS

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The Collaboration on International ICT Policy for East and Southern Africa (CIPESA) has announced that the 2025 edition of the Forum on Internet Freedom in Africa (FIFAfrica25) will be co-hosted in partnership with the Namibian Ministry of Information and Communication Technology (MICT) and the Namibia Internet Governance Forum (NamIGF), reports ITREALMS.

This year's forum, ITREALMS gathered, marks a significant milestone in FIFAfrica's 12-year history of bringing together digital rights defenders, policymakers, technologists, academics, regulators, journalists, and the donor community to advance internet freedom in Africa.

NCDMB boss, Ogbe, inspects training of 305 youths @CMOTD-RSU - ITREALMS

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The Executive Secretary of the Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB), Engr. Felix Omatsola Ogbe on Tuesday inspected the ongoing training of 305 youths in specialised oil and gas industry skills at the Centre for Marine and Offshore Technology Development (CMOTD), Rivers State University (RSU), reports ITREALMS.

Sponsored by the NCDMB, the trainings cover seven technical areas, which include Automation, Instrumentation and Control, Mechanical/Process Piping and System Design/ Pressure Vessel and Heat Exchanges Design (PV-ELITE), Electrical Power Transformer Repairs and Maintenance, and Industrial/Practical Ship Design and Construction.

StartupSouth ignites Enugu's innovation ecosystem ahead @10th edition - ITREALMS

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The Digital Transformation Summit, scheduled for July 25, 2025, in Enugu State, will bring together stakeholders from across sectors to explore how digital transformation can unlock value, deepen resilience, and scale up high-impact ventures in Nigeria's South-East region.

This summit is part of the build-up to StartupSouthX, the 10th edition of the South-South and South-East’s premier innovation conference.

Makinde: Why Ibadan chieftaincy system'll continue to remain solid - ITREALMS

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Oyo State governor, 'Seyi Makinde, has explained that the Ibadan traditional institution will continue to remain solid as a result of his administration's bold decision to address the challenges that surrounded the system when he took office in 2019.

The governor noted that he utilised the opportunity of the crisis faced by the institution to strengthen it and to bring unity back to the institution.

Sophos is leader in 2025 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Endpoint Protection Platforms - ITREALMS

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Sophos, a global leader of innovative security solutions for defeating cyberattacks, today announced that it has been named a Leader in the 2025 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Endpoint Protection Platforms (EPP), marking the 16th consecutive time the company has received this recognition. 

Sophos has been recognized in the Gartner Magic Quadrant for Endpoint Protection Platforms (EPP) since the inaugural publication for this category in 2007.

AFRINIC, Court Receiver pledge full cooperation to companies' registrar - ITREALMS

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Following the Mauritian government's decision to declare the African Network Information Centre (AFRINIC) Ltd a "declared company," the court-appointed receiver and the AFRINIC team have publicly committed to full cooperation with the impending investigation, reports ITREALMS.

This pledge comes as AFRINIC commenced allocation of IPv4/IPv6 resources, as the government initiated a probe into the affairs of the regional internet registry, citing "questionable" legal processes and operational disruptions.

AFRINIC: Mauritius probes questionable receivership - ITREALMS

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The government of Mauritius has initiated a high-level investigation into the affairs of the African Network Information Centre (AFRINIC) Ltd, a company currently under receivership, citing a "questionable" legal process and significant reputational damage to the island nation, reports ITREALMS.

According to a General Notice (No. 1045 of 2025) published in the Extraordinary edition of the Mauritius Government Gazette on Friday, July 18, 2025, and available to ITREALMS, AFRINIC, the designated Regional Internet Registry for the African continent, has been officially declared a "declared company" under Section 230 of the Companies Act.

Contradictory claims: Babangida's BOA appointment saga takes new turn - ITREALMS

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The Presidency has denied reports that Muhammed Babangida, son of former military Head of State Ibrahim Badamosi Babangida, rejected his appointment as chairman of the Bank of Agriculture (BOA) by President Bola Tinubu, reports ITREALMS.

Presidential media aide, Olusegun Dada, was quoted as saying that Babangida has officially accepted the appointment and expressed deep gratitude to President Tinubu for the trust placed in him.

Oyo Gov't subsidizes transport fares for 5.8m passengers - ITREALMS

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The Oyo State Government has subsidized transport fares for 5.8 million passengers under the Sustainable Action for Economic Recovery (SAfER) initiative between January and July 2025, reports ITREALMS.

Chairman and Sole Administrator of Pacesetter Transport Services (PTS), Dr. Ibrahim Oladeji Dikko, said, the state government has committed N2.1 billion towards subsidizing transport costs across Ibadan and other inter-city routes.

Adeleke: We remain resolute, committed to good governance - ITREALMS

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The Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has reiterated his commitment to delivering good governance and infrastructure development, despite baseless criticisms from some politicians, reports ITREALMS.

According to a statement by Mallam Olawale Rasheed, spokesperson to the State Governor, Adeleke is set to flag off the dualization of Ila Orangun township road and the second phase of Osogbo-Ikirun-Ila Odo Kwara State Boundary road.

QEDNG reveals speakers @Creative Powerhouse Summit'25, Kunle Afolayan, Mike Dada, Joseph Edgar, Mary Ephraim-Egbas top list - ITREALMS

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QEDNG has revealed speakers' lineup for the Creative Powerhouse Summit 2025, comprising renowned filmmaker Kunle Afolayan, entertainment mogul Mike Dada, theatre producer and investment banker Joseph Edgar, and creative industry trailblazer Mary Ephraim-Egbas, reports ITREALMS

They will share their expertise and insights at this year's summit, according to a press statement available to ITREALMS on Monday by Mighty Media Plus Network Limited, publishers of the online newspaper QEDNG.

Babangida's son declines Tinubu's appointment @BOA - ITREALMS

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Former President Ibrahim Babangida's son, Muhammed Babangida, has declined President Bola Tinubu's appointment as Chairman, Board of Trustees of the Bank of Agriculture (BOA), reports ITREALMS.

In a letter made public on Monday, and sighted by 
ITREALMS, Babangida expressed gratitude to Tinubu for the offer but cited personal and professional reasons for his decision to decline.

Experts urge youths to clean up social media, build personal brand - ITREALMS

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Experts have cautioned youths to be mindful of their online presence, warning that irrelevant posts and unproductive associations can mar their job prospects, reports ITREALMS.

This was the focus of the second phase of a month-long Employability and Soft Skills training organized for fresh graduates, graduates, and job seekers in Lagos, by the Lagos Island II by Lagos State Lawmaker, Hon. Suleiman 'Lanre Afinni, in partnership with Lagos State Employment Trust Fund (LSETF) held at Lagos City Centre, Sura.

FirstBank achieves ₦1trn milestone in digital loan disbursements - ITREALMS

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FirstBank, a leading financial institution in West Africa, has announced a significant milestone worth ₦1 trillion in cumulative instant digital loan disbursements, reports ITREALMS.

This achievement, the company said, solidifies the bank's position as a pioneer in financial inclusion and innovation.

Top government officials, media chiefs to attend Lateef Jakande memorial lecture - ITREALMS

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Top government officials, media chiefs, and dignitaries are set to attend the 3rd Lateef Jakande Memorial Lecture, scheduled to hold on Wednesday, July 23, 2025 being hosted by the Nigerian Guild of Editors (NGE), reports ITREALMS

The lecture would take place at Edmark D'Podium International Event Center, 31 Aromire Road by Abeniri Jones Road, Ikeja, Lagos, starting from 10am., according to Mr. Eze Anaba, President of NGE, and his General Secretary, Mr. Onuoha Ukeh, in a press statement available to ITREALMS.

Otti to FG: Additional states in South East, desirable - ITREALMS

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The Governor of Abia State, Dr. Alex Otti, has addressed a misleading narrative circulating in the media suggesting his opposition to the creation of additional states in the South East, reports ITREALMS.

Governor Otti's stance on the creation of new states in Nigeria remains unchanged, according to the Special Adviser to the Governor, Ferdinand Ekeoma made available to ITREALMS on Sunday.

I AM IGBO!!!🏪- ITREALMS

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I am Igbo.
I am greatness forged in fire,
The embodiment of perseverance.
I rise, not because the world is kind,
But because I refuse to kneel.
No setback can break me,
No hardship can silence me.
My spirit is carved from resilience,
My path lit by the relentless pursuit of success.
Show me an obstacle,
And I will show you how an Igbo person turns it into an opportunity.

I am Igbo.
My ancestors traded in truth long before they traded in wealth.
My word is a contract,
My reputation my greatest currency.
I do not beg for respect, I command it.
My kings are heroes,
Standing tall in honor.
Dignity is our wealth,
And honor is our crown.