Why FG extended NIN-SIM verification deadline to October 31, 2021 - ITREALMS

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The Federal Government has adduced some reasons on why the deadline for the National Identity Number (NIN)-Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) data verification was moved to October 31, 2021, reports ITREALMS.

According to source close to the two federal agencies, namely the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) and National Identity Management Commission (NIMC), revealed that the focus has now shifted to remote, hard-to-reach areas, schools, and health centres.

University of Manchester set to delight children, adults

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The University of Manchester is set to delight both the young and old come Saturday, October 31, with its Spectacular Science event offering a dazzling display, ITRealms reports.

At least 25 science buckers will be lining the Oxford Road dishing out dazzling displays of scientific wizardry. It’s all part of the Manchester Science Festival and the Manchester European City of Science celebrations.

In the same vein, ITRealms gathered, The University of Manchester’s Science Spectacular takes place in Whitworth Hall and, with more than 40 interactive stalls, there's something for everyone at this family fun day. Help create a mini-tornado, crack secret DNA and computer codes, and snuggle up to some creepy crawlies. Play the imitation brain game, build a world of fungus, work with mini robots, and much, much more.

This extravaganza of sound and vision will definitely catch attention and generate enthusiasm. Enjoy an introduction to the world of atoms, molecules, solids, liquids and gases, with exciting experiments featuring sudden colour changes, chemical clocks, fizzes, whizzes, fireworks, flashes, welding, melding, crashes and bangs.

University of Manchester Lead, Public Engagement with Research, Sheena Cruickshank, said, “This fantastic event showcases some of the best research at The University of Manchester and enables people to discover more about our science and gets hands on with fun activities.”

Manchester Science Festival is produced by the Museum of Science and Industry and runs from 22 October to 1 November.

Manchester has a proud history of scientific discovery and by coming to the Science Spectacular you’ll be able to make some discoveries of your own!

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BVN enrollment: CBN extends exercise to October 31, 2015

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The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) this afternoon extended the Bank Verification Number (BVN) exercise to October 31, 2015, ITRealms reports.

The four month’s extension came on the heels of the clamour by bank customers across the country for extension following the expiration of the deadline for the exercise on June 30.

Some of the customers, ITRealms gathered had complained that the process was too slow due to internet connectivity problems and appealed to the CBN to push the exercise further up in order to ensure no customer is disenfranchised in the verification.

However, contrary to the claims by Deposit Money Banks (DMB) that there would be total restriction on accounts without Bank Verification Number (BVN), after the deadline today, the CBN has clarified that account holders can still have access to cash transactions while the e-banking transactions would be restricted.

The BVN, ITRealms learnt is an initiative of the CBN and the Bankers’ Committee, launched on February 14, 2014.  It is a unique identifier for each bank customer across the financial industry, making it possible to build and track customer financial history and activity.

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iPhone 6, iPhone 6 Plus enter Nigeria market November 14

… iStore, Airtel seek pre-registration

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Plans have been strategically advanced to release the newly iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus into the Nigerian market, commencing 14^th November 2014, reports ITRealms.

Sources close the Core Group Africa, the sole and exclusive distributors for Apple in Nigeria, confirmed this much to ITRealms, today, Friday, October 31, 2014.

This is coming as Airtel Nigeria says it’s ready to accept pre-registration of interest on iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus at www.alwayson.ng/iphone.

ITRealms also gathered that Core Group will offer iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus, the biggest advancements in iPhone history, at leading retail outlets across Nigeria beginning 14^th November 2014. 

Further, ITRealms gathered that customers could now pre-order both models beginning 7^th November 2014 at www.isocietynigeria.com.

ITRealms notes that additional information on availability, pricing and retail location, could be accessed at www.isocietynigeria.com or more information on iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus at www.apple.com/iphone.

Meanwhile, Airtel Nigeria announced that Nigerians can pre-register for the iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus at www.alwayson.ng/iphone.

ITRealms reports that the iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus have been described as the biggest advancements in iPhone history.

Also, ITRealms learnt that iPhone 6 comes with a smooth metal surface that seamlessly meets the new Retina HD display. The Retina HD display of iPhone 6 is 1334×750 while the iPhone 6 Plus possesses 1920X1080 resolution.

Just as it was built on 64-bit desktop-class architecture, the new A8 chip delivers more power, even while driving a larger display. The M8 motion coprocessor efficiently gathers data from advanced sensors and a new barometer. With increased battery life, iPhone 6 lets the user do more, for longer than ever.

+Remmy Nweke (ITRealms) +iStore +Airtel Nigeria 

 

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Google dangles $125,000 on Africa Connected, invites entries

Google is dangling a total of $125,000 on Africa connected, a project on powered by the web, thus inviting entries for the prize with deadlines October 31, 2013.

According to Affiong Osuchukwu, the Google Lead for the Africa Connected initiative, this is the final month for submissions to Google’s new competition ‘Africa Connected: Success stories powered by the web’.

Osuchukwu also expressed the hope that Google finds the most inspiring stories in Africa about how the web has transformed the lives and business ventures of its users - Africa, get connected!

Explaining that the five successful entrants will win $25,000 each, and will also have the opportunity to work with a Google sponsor over a six-month period to further their business success.

"Entries close on 31st October 2013 - categories include Education; Entertainment/Arts/Sports; Technology; Community and NGOs; and Small Businesses," Osuchukwu affirmed in a press statement made available to ITRealms.

As noted by Osuchukwu, from Madagascar to Morocco, from big metropoles to rural villages, from photographers to community activists, Google have been received hundreds of submissions about how people are using the web and technology to do cool and extraordinary things to overcome hurdles and be successful.
"There’s less than a month to go before the competition closes, so if you have a great story that you haven’t yet told us about, we definitely want to hear from you” Osuchukwu said.

For Juliet Ehimuan, the Country Manager, Google Nigeria, commented, she looks forward to seeing some exciting Nigerian stories.
“We’re hoping to see strong Nigerian representation in the competition entries.  We already know about many inspiring success stories, like those of Asurf and Afrinolly, but we know there are lots more out there. The judges are looking forward to seeing a diversity of submissions, including from technology, agriculture, energy, fashion, education and entertainment," she enthused.

She cited an instance with the great work done by Chike Maduegbuna, owner and creator of Afrinolly, based in Nigeria. Afrinolly is a popular mobile app, which lets people across the continent watch short videos on their mobile devices.

"This app has transformed Nigeria’s Nollywood film industry by creating a movie trailer platform for new audiences. With over 3 million downloads already since its launch in August 2011, Chike hopes this will create a platform that connects aspiring film professionals with global film industry veterans," she emphasized.

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