DNS WomenNG calls for digital empowerment, protection of women's dignity over Mama Ukehe phenomenon - ITREALMS

Organisation highlights technology's power to amplify women's voices, combat stigma and transform viral solidarity into lasting social impact.

DNS WomenNG has called for greater use of digital technology to advance women's dignity, inclusion and empowerment, following the nationwide attention generated by the Mama Ukehe phenomenon in Enugu State, reports ITREALMS.

The organisation described the public response to Mama Ukehe's emotional experience at her husband's traditional Ozo title-taking ceremony as a compelling demonstration of how digital platforms can transform an individual experience into a national conversation and mobilise solidarity across geographical, ethnic and social boundaries.

Shell commends energy sector reforms as gateway to unlocking oil barrels - ITREALMS

The energy giant Shell has commended recent regulatory and fiscal reforms within Nigeria’s oil and gas sector, describing them as critical catalysts for the country to unlock additional oil barrels, boost reserves, and maintain global competitiveness, reports ITREALMS.

Delivering a goodwill message on Monday at the opening of the 44th Annual International Conference and Exhibition of the Nigerian Association of Petroleum Explorationists (NAPE) in Lagos, the Executive Vice President and Country Chair of Shell Nigeria, Elohor Aiboni, highlighted how targeted incentives are transforming the nation's energy landscape.

NLNG unveils 2027 Creative Arts prize, calls for entries and appoints Advisory Board - ITREALMS

Nigerian filmmakers have been challenged to capture unseen perspectives of national life as Nigeria LNG Limited (NLNG) officially opens submissions for the 2027 edition of The Nigeria Prize for Creative Arts. Centered on the thematic focus "Nigeria Unseen," the competition invites compelling documentary entries that spotlight overlooked stories, everyday experiences, and under-represented narratives across the country.

Following its successful inaugural cycle, the 2027 competition returns with a cash prize of US$20,000. Participation is open to all Nigerian documentary filmmakers aged 18 to 35, regardless of their current country of residence.

Mama Ukehe Phenomenon: How technology turned private tears into a national movement - Editorial@ITREALMS

From a viral video in Ukehe to a nationwide wave of solidarity, the Mama Ukehe story demonstrates the power of digital media to expose social injustice, mobilise compassion and challenge cultural stereotypes. But beyond the viral moment lies a bigger question: can technology help transform temporary public sympathy into lasting social change?

Sometimes, a smartphone camera captures more than an event; it captures the conscience of a nation.