Leo Stan Ekeh foundation opens portal for 1,000 tech scholarships - ITREALMS Online

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The Leo Stan Ekeh Foundation is set to activate its landmark scholarship portal on Monday, April 27, 2026, reports ITREALMS. 

The initiative, a coordinated national framework supported by TD Africa, Konga Group, Zinox Technologies, and Task Systems, will provide 1,000 indigent but exceptional "whiz-kids" with full university scholarships to study Computer Science in federal institutions.

Madonna University appoints tech strategist Rock Adote to board, signals major digital transformation shift - ITREALMS

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To redefine the intersection of technology and higher education governance, Madonna University Nigeria has appointed seasoned technology leader and cybersecurity expert, Rock Adote, to its Board of Trustees, reports ITREALMS.

The appointment comes at a critical juncture for Nigerian academia, as institutions face increasing pressure to migrate from legacy administrative models to secure, data-driven "D2D" (Data-to-Data) frameworks.

New Horizons debuts Mandarin-ICT integration, boosts global tech-employability - ITREALMS

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In a strategic move to align Nigerian tech talent with the shifting dynamics of the global digital economy, New Horizons Nigeria has announced the integration of Chinese Mandarin language training into its ICT curriculum, reports ITREALMS. 

This initiative makes New Horizons the first private ICT training institution in Nigeria to formally bridge the gap between linguistic proficiency and technical expertise, specifically targeting the vast opportunities within the Chinese-led global technology ecosystem.

Moniepoint’s ‘DreamDevs’ opens Cohort 2 to bridge Africa’s tech talent gap - ITREALMS

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Africa’s leading digital financial services provider, Moniepoint Inc, has officially opened calls for the second cohort of its flagship DreamDevs initiative, reports ITREALMS.

The program is a specialized talent search designed to transition recent graduates from foundational programming knowledge to professional engineering roles. 

Airtel Africa foundation opens undergraduate tech scholarship portal in Nigeria - ITREALMS

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The Airtel Africa Foundation has opened calls for applications for its Undergraduate Tech Scholarship in Nigeria, reports ITREALMS. 

The scheme is designed to provide comprehensive financial support to high-achieving, first-year university students who are pursuing studies in technology and related disciplines, but face financial barriers.

Countdown @AfriTECH 5.0: Top regulators, tech titans drive conversation on Africa’s digital independence in AI Era - ITREALMS

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The African tech community is counting down to the fifth edition of the Africa Tech Alliance Forum (AfriTECH 5.0), where the urgent conversation on achieving true digital autonomy will take centre stage, reports ITREALMS.

Scheduled for Thursday, November 13, 2025, at the Oriental Hotel, Lekki Road, Lagos, the conference promises to be a pivotal gathering for policymakers and innovators.

NASENI, NiDCOM team up to harness diaspora tech power - ITREALMS

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The National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI) and the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) have entered into a strategic partnership aimed at leveraging the expertise, creativity, and skills of Nigerians in the diaspora to drive homegrown innovation and technological advancement.

During a working visit to NiDCOM headquarters in Abuja, the Executive Vice Chairman/CEO of NASENI, Mr. Khalil Suleiman Halilu, and the Chairman/CEO of NiDCOM, Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, described the collaboration as a timely intervention designed to bridge Nigeria’s innovators at home with professionals abroad, including scientists, engineers, technologists, and entrepreneurs.

AfriTECH 5.0: Experts set to debate AI & Sovereign Tech for Africa’s digital independence - ITREALMS

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The Africa Tech Alliance Forum (AfriTECH 5.0), one of the continent’s foremost technology gatherings, is set to hold its fifth edition on Thursday, November 13, 2025, at the Oriental Hotel in Lagos.

Now in its fifth year, AfriTECH has established itself as a premier annual convergence for thought leaders, innovators, policymakers, investors, startups, academics, and civil society to shape Africa’s digital future.

Airtel Africa Foundation presents Nigerian students with tech scholarships to Plaksha University, India - ITREALMS

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In a bold step towards advancing access to education and youth empowerment in Nigeria and the rest of the continent, the Airtel Africa Foundation, through Airtel Nigeria, has announced that two Nigerian students, Terence Ifeanyichukwu and Ali Usman Mohammed, have been selected as recipients of the prestigious Airtel Africa Fellowship.

These scholars will pursue undergraduate studies in technology, including Artificial Intelligence, at Plaksha University in Mohali, India, an institution known for reimagining engineering education for the 21st century.

NCS inducts 1,289 new members @2025 confab, signifies growth in Nigeria's tech sector - ITREALMS

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The Nigeria Computer Society (NCS) has officially welcomed some 1,289 new members at a recent induction ceremony in Kano, as part of the NCS's 2025 International Conference, reports ITREALMS.

This event, ITREALMS gathered was a significant expansion of Nigeria's professional IT community, with the largest group of inductees being the 800 ordinary members, a category that includes a wide range of professionals, students, and enthusiasts.

Zinox chairman donates tech experience centre to Federal University Birnin Kebbi - ITREALMS

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The Federal University Birnin Kebbi (FUB) received a significant boost in its quest to produce globally competitive graduates, following the donation of a multimillion-naira Tech Experience Centre by the Leo Stan Ekeh Foundation (LSEF).

The facility, donated by Dr. Leo Stan Ekeh, Chairman of Zinox Group and Founder of LSEF, was commissioned on his behalf by the President of the Nigeria Computer Society (NCS), Dr. Muhammad Sirajo Aliyu.

Nigeria's tech evolution: Senator Natasha's drones redefine capacity building by Remmy Nweke - ITREALMS

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In this edition of Telecoms Clinic@ITREALMS, veteran tech journalist REMMY NWEKE vividly details how Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan's pioneering drone and digital skills program is revolutionizing capacity building across Nigeria, illuminating its potential to foster self-reliance, advance environmental sustainability, and usher in new era of tech-driven entrepreneurship nationwide.

 

Preamble:

In a nation where technological innovation is rapidly reshaping industries and empowering communities, a notable shift in capacity building is taking flight, quite literally.

Senator Natasha empowers 250 Kogi youths with advanced tech skills - ITREALMS

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Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, representing the Kogi Central Senatorial District, has spearheaded a significant empowerment initiative, successfully training and equipping 250 young constituents with crucial digital and technical skills, reports ITREALMS.

This programme, ITREALMS gathered was designed to bridge existing technology and skill gaps, fostering self-reliance and sustainable livelihoods across the region.

Ibezim flags off GEFAS mobile tech hub, expands free Solution WiFi access - ITREALMS

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The Geeks & Founders Alliance for Soludo (GEFAS) has taken another bold step in supporting Governor Charles Chukwuma Soludo’s vision of a smart, connected Anambra with the official launch of its Mobile Tech Hub- a custom-built bus bringing free WiFi directly to the people.

Fully equipped with high-speed internet, voice and data services, and backup power, the GEFAS Mobile Tech Hub can connect up to 3,000 people at rallies, campaign grounds, and public spaces: expanding the Solution WiFi initiative already live at over 26 locations across Anambra.

Tech: London's thriving scale-ups meet Lagos ecosystem leaders - ITREALMS

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London & Partners, London's growth agency, has brought 26 high-growth enterprise, sustainability, and fintech companies to Nigeria through its Grow London Global programme, reports ITREALMS.

The trade mission, led by Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, aims to strengthen economic, cultural, and innovation ties between London and Lagos.

Lagos Chamber converges tech titans for ICT Expo 2025 - ITREALMS

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The 11th edition of the annual ICT Expo, organized by the Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry, is set to take place on July 29-30 at the esteemed Lagos Oriental Hotel, Victoria Island, reports ITREALMS.

This highly anticipated event promises to make significant waves in the African tech landscape.

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.

Tech drives ocean's trillion-dollar boom, as environmental risks loom - ITREALMS

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The ocean's economic landscape is undergoing a radical transformation, fueled by high-tech innovation and pushing global exports to a record $2.2 trillion in 2023.

Notable is that traditional maritime sectors like shipping and tourism remain significant, it's the burgeoning tech-driven industries that are reshaping the "blue economy," according to a new report from the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD).

Darey.io revolutionizes tech hub with AI-powered platform, set for launch - ITREALMS

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In a bid to democratize access to technology skills, Darey.io is geared towards revolutionising technology hub in the continent with proactive solutions powered by Artificial Intelligence (AI), reports ITREALMS.

Speaking to ITREALMS at a pre-launch press conference in Yaba, Lagos on Wednesday, the Founding Chief Executive Officer of Darey.io, Mr Dare Olufunmilayo, said they are innovative online learning platform that leverages AI to advance personalized learning experiences.

TD Africa’s Accra Synergy summit, ignites tech transformation - ITREALMS

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Accra, Ghana, witnessed a remarkable gathering of tech industry leaders, visionaries, and policy-makers as TD Africa hosted the Accra Synergy Summit on Thursday, February 20th. 

The prestigious event, held at the Kempinski Hotel Accra, brought together some of the most influential minds in the technology ecosystem, further cementing TD Africa’s role as a transformative force in Sub-Saharan Africa’s tech landscape.