CBN Governor, Olayemi Cardoso, receives prestigious 'Central Bank of the Year' award in London - ITREALMS

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The Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Mr. Olayemi Cardoso, has officially received the "Central Bank of the Year" award at the 2026 Central Banking Awards held in London on Wednesday, June 10, 2026, reports ITREALMS.

In a gesture of institutional solidarity, Governor Cardoso dedicated the prestigious honor to the board, management, and the entire workforce of the apex bank, citing their collective commitment to institutional reform and economic stabilization.

FOI Act @15 awards: MRA names Oladunjoye and Remmy Nweke pioneer prize winners - ITREALMS

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The Media Rights Agenda (MRA) has officially named Ms. Blessing Oladunjoye and Remmy Nweke as the historic pioneer winners of the maiden Dr. Goodluck Jonathan Freedom of Information (FOI) Awards, reports ITREALMS.

The landmark announcement, contained in an official statement made available to ITREALMS and endorsed by MRA Communications Officer Mr. Idowu Adewale, coincides with the 15th anniversary of the signing of the FOI Act into law.

NLNG clinches third FIRS most compliant taxpayer award - ITREALMS

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Nigeria LNG Limited (NLNG) has once again been recognized by the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) as the Most Compliant Taxpayer in corporate Nigeria, securing the prestigious award for the third time in recent years and setting the national standard for responsible tax behaviour, reports ITREALMS.

This significant honour, ITREALMS gathered, comes under the FIRS Compliant Taxpayer Award and Recognition Programme, an initiative of the Taxpayer Services Department (TPSD), which is aimed at acknowledging organizations that demonstrate outstanding diligence and transparency in meeting their tax obligations. 

Uwaje calls for immortalising Tayo Adeyemi with 'Digital Journalism Excellence Award' - WeekendReflections@ITREALMS

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Renowned Information Technology (IT) thought leader, Chief Chris Uwaje, has called for the immortalisation of the late Olutayo Adeyemi, describing him as “a digital comet whose brilliance illuminated the path of technology-driven journalism in Nigeria.”

Uwaje, who is the Principal Consultant and CEO of Connect Technologies Limited, as well as former President of the Institute of Software Practitioners of Nigeria (ISPON), made the call in an emotional tribute titled “There Goes a digital Comet: Lessons from the Demise of a Digital Enigma at the Speed of Insightful Journalism.”

NLNG wins best corporate training partner award 2025 - ITREALMS

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The Nigeria LNG Limited (NLNG) has been recognized as the Best Corporate Training Partner 2025 by the Oil and Gas Trainers Association of Nigeria (OGTAN) at the 4th edition of OGTAN Human Capital Development (HCD) Awards held in Lagos, reports ITREALMS.

This accolade underscores NLNG's longstanding commitment to workforce development, skills transfer, and capacity building within Nigeria's oil and gas industry.

Oil industry group, PETAN honours SNEPCo MD with Award of Excellence - ITREALMS

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The Petroleum Technology Association of Nigeria (PETAN) yesterday presented an Award of Excellence to the Managing Director of Shell Nigeria Exploration and Production Company Ltd (SNEPCo) Ronald Adams, even as it commended Shell for supporting Nigerian content development in the energy industry.

The award which was handed over by PETAN Chairman Wole Ogunsanya during a courtesy call at SNEPCo office, describes the managing director as an “astute and visionary technocrat,” in apparent reference to his efforts to sustain the achievements of SNEPCo in deep-water production since he came into the role in October last year.

Technology: Shell's team wins Best Technical Paper award @SPE conference'25 - ITREALMS

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A team of Shell staff has won the highly regarded 1st Place Technical Paper Award at the annual international and exhibition conference of the Society of Petroleum Engineers (SPE) which ended last night in Lagos, reports ITREALMS.

The team comprising well engineers Augustine Okosun, Osehojie Ojeh-Oziegbe, Oluwatobilola Aribike and Oladokun Adubi were commended “for an outstanding display of in-depth technical knowledge and quality delivery” in their presentation titled, “Application of Perforated, Wash and Cement (PWC) technology for annular remediation in deep-water abandonment.”

Ejime wins ECOWAS maiden Journalist Excellence Award - ITREALMS

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Paul Ejime, an International Media and Communication Specialist and Global Affairs Analyst, has added another feather to his cap - the ECOWAS Maiden Journalist Excellence Award in Print Journalism.
The ECOWAS Commission, through its Communication Directorate, organised the competition in five media categories - Print, Television, Radio, Online, and Photojournalism - as part of activities commemorating the ECOWAS 50th Anniversary this year.

A seven-member Jury of multimedia professionals assessed and evaluated more than 200 entries from across the region, and selected 12 outstanding submissions, which “exemplified excellence in reporting, storytelling, and high-impact on the successes, challenges and major achievements of ECOWAS,” founded by the Treaty of Lagos on 28 May 1975.

Tunde Olalere bags 'Most Safety Conscious Media Champion of the Year' award - ITREALMS

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The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Lagos State Council, celebrated a significant milestone as its Secretary, Mr. Tunde Olalere, was honored with the "Most Safety Conscious Media Champion of the Year" award by Tochlight Africa. reports ITREALMS.

The award ceremony, held at the Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) in Ikeja, brought together friends, well-wishers, and a delegation from the NUJ Lagos State Council.

NLNG receives FIRS’ most compliant taxpayer award - ITREALMS

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The NLNG has received the prestigious award of Most Compliant Taxpayer by the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) at the 2024 FIRS Day, which took place during the Lagos International Trade Fair, reports ITREALMS.

This recognition is part of the FIRS Compliant Taxpayer Award and Recognition Programme, designed to acknowledge companies that consistently meet their tax obligations, contributing to the development of Nigeria’s economy.

Shell, Okunbor receive indigenous PETAN award for excellence - ITREALMS

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The Managing Director, The Shell Petroleum Development Company of Nigeria Limited (SPDC) and Country Chair, Shell Companies in Nigeria (SCiN), Osagie Okunbor, has received an “Award of Excellence to an Astute and Visionary Technocrat” from the newly instituted executive leadership of the Petroleum Technology Association of Nigeria (PETAN).

Okunbor received the award in a short ceremony in Lagos, recently, where the PETAN executive, led by its chairman, Engineer Wole Ogunsanya, said “The award is to acknowledge Country Chair’s leadership of Shell and the long running relationship between PETAN, PETAN member companies and Shell.”

Commonwealth short story award winner releases 'The Talent Coach' - ITREALMS

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A Commonwealth short story award winner, and author of 'The Familiar Stranger and Other Stories,' Dr. Frederick Mordi, has released his second novel, The Talent Coach, reports ITREALMS.

Published by New Africa Book Publishers (NABP), The Talent Coach is a tour de force that adds a new perspective to the nature versus nurture debate. The novel tells the compelling story of Dr. Joe Jordan a highly sought after by many high-profile clients including CEOs of Fortune 500 Companies, heads of state, and athletes.

Innovantics bags Best Biometric Banking Solutions of the Year Award @ABoICT 2024 - ITREALMS

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Innovantics Limited, end-to-end custom-built software solutions provider, has won the best biometric banking solutions of the year award at this year’s Africa Beacon of ICT (ABoICT) Awards held recently in Lagos.

The biometric banking solutions was implemented by Innovantics for UBA, Africa’s pan-African bank to solve difficult business problems.

Konga bags HP’s Retail Supplies Partner of the Year 2023 Award - ITREALMS

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The multiple award-winning composite e-commerce group, Konga, has again made a significant mark on the global stage. 

The retail powerhouse has been honored with the prestigious Retail Supplies Partner of the Year 2023 award by global technology giant, HP. The award recognizes Konga's excellence and solidifies its position as a trusted leader in Nigeria's digital marketplace.

NNPC Chief, Kyari, Wins Champion Newspapers' Most Outstanding Energy Icon Award - ITREALMS

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... Says NNPC ever committed to Nigeria's energy security

The Group Chief Executive Officer of NNPC Ltd, Mr. Mele Kyari has won the Champion Newspapers' 2023 Most Outstanding Energy Icon of the Year.

Kyari was conferred with the honour during the newspaper's annual awards ceremony held at the Eko Hotels & Suites in Victoria Island, Lagos, on Saturday.

Governor Adeleke Bags NIPR Excellence Award - ITREALMS

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Osun Governor, Senator Ademola Jackson Nurudeen Adeleke has received the Nigeria Institute of Public Relations Award of Excellence and Recognition as Patron of NIPR Osun state chapter.

The Governor was given the award at the 2023 Osun NIPR Excellence Public Service Awards by the Professional body, in recognition of the laudable governance of his administration.

Makinde extends monthly wage award to civil servants, pensioners - ITREALMS

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... As Enugu gov commissions, lauds him on 12.5km road

The Oyo State governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has announced a six-month extension of the payment of N25,000 and N15,000 wage award to civil servants and pensioners in the state.

The governor, who made the announcement at the commissioning of the 12.5 kilometres Challenge-Odo Ona Elewe-Apata Road, said the extension became important to allow the Federal Government conclude negotiations with the labour unions on a minimum wage.

FirstBank wins corporate bank award - ITREALMS

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FirstBank, Nigeria’s premier financial institution and financial inclusion services provider, was announced as the Best Corporate Bank at the recent prestigious Euromoney Awards for Excellence, Nigeria 2023.

The Bank clinched the coveted award based on its 130-year commitment to enabling its corporate customers achieve success through relevant and tailored financial solutions.

Konga tops retailer award @HP 2024 bootcamp - ITREALMS

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Trusted e-commerce platform, Konga, has once again established its dominance by winning the Top Retailer in the Supplies Category award at the recently concluded Retail Bootcamp organized by Hewlett Packard. 

The two-day event which was held at the Radisson Blu Anchorage Hotel in Victoria Island, Lagos served as a vibrant platform for knowledge sharing, insightful discussions, and industry networking.

Anambra's tech triumph: A glance @Soludo’s e-government award - ITREALMS

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Anambra State's ascent to technological excellence reached new heights as it clinched the First Runner-up position in E-Government Implementation at the recent 11th National Council on Communication, Innovation, and Digital Economy (NCCIDE) meeting held in Kano. 

The award not only spotlights Anambra's dedication to tech-driven governance but also highlights a series of groundbreaking achievements in the realm of E-Government Implementation.