NCS mobilizes global tech ecosystem for 'RISE 2026' @Jos as Aliyu calls for national renewal - ITREALMS

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The nation’s foremost professional umbrella body for Information Technology practitioners, the Nigeria Computer Society (NCS), has officially announced the hosting of its landmark annual event, the NCS International Conference 2026 in Jos, Plateau State, reports ITREALMS.

Under the high-impact theme, "Harnessing Digital Innovation and Emerging Technologies for Inclusive Growth and Economic Renaissance," widely dubbed RISE 2026, the global hybrid conference is scheduled to run from Monday, July 27, to Thursday, July 30, 2026, at the Crispan Hotel in Jos, Plateau State.

DEMOCRACY DAY 2026: DigitalSENSE Africa calls for inclusive digital governance and public trust - ITREALMS

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As Nigeria commemorates Democracy Day today, June 12, 2026, leading tech-policy advocacy and research group, DigitalSENSE Africa (DSA), has urged stakeholders across government, the private sector, and civil society to intentionally strengthen the nation's democratic structures by deepening digital inclusion and protecting digital rights, reports ITREALMS.

In a statement marking the national holiday, Ogbuefi Remmy Nweke, Lead Convener of the Nigeria DigitalSENSE Forum (NDSF) and Group Executive Editor of ITREALMS Media Group, noted that modern democracy is fundamentally intertwined with digital equity and public access to information.

Abeokuta fallout: Ambassador Isola calls for calm, widens consultations - ITREALMS

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Following the recent APC State Caucus meeting in Abeokuta, Nigeria’s former High Commissioner to the United Kingdom, Ambassador Sarafa Tunji Isola, has moved to stabilize his political base by calling for patience and clarity, reports ITREALMS.

In a statement aimed at securing the political fate of his supporters, the veteran diplomat emphasized his irreducible commitment to the values of inclusiveness and responsible leadership. The move comes as a standard prerequisite for navigating the complexities of the current political theater in Ogun State.

Ambassador Isola confirmed he is actively engaging in broad and meaningful dialogues with critical stakeholders and respected voices across the social landscape. These sessions are described as essential to ensuring that the next steps are not only strategic but also reflective of the collective aspirations and stability of the people.

By prioritizing these discussions, the Ambassador seeks to bridge any gaps in the decision-making process, moving past the traditional shadows of hasty political reactions. 

He urged members of the Sarafa Support Groups to remain calm, steadfast, and confident, noting that defining moments in leadership require a firm commitment to the greater good.

The former envoy assured stakeholders that once these wide-ranging consultations conclude, a comprehensive and well-considered position will be formally communicated. 

This approach serves as a profound leadership event, reinforcing a coordinated framework for peace and constructive engagement.

Ambassador Isola's message remains one of unity, calling on his supporters to maintain a moral standard of conduct as they navigate this important phase of the political journey together.

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EXCLUSIVE: Njiko Igbo hails 'Hitch-Free' Yuletide, calls for permanent end to violence in Igboland - ITREALMS

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In a significant move toward regional stability, the pan-Igbo non-political, socio-cultural organization Njiko Igbo has issued a formal appreciation to youth groups and security stakeholders for the unprecedented peace recorded across Igboland during the 2025 Christmas and 2026 New Year celebrations, reports ITREALMS.

In a statement obtained exclusively by ITREALMS Online, the group’s leadership noted that for the first time in several years, the region witnessed a remarkable level of calm that allowed families and those in the diaspora to travel and celebrate without the usual shadow of fear or insecurity.

UN calls for protection of civilians and schools in Nigeria - ITREALMS

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The United Nations Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator in Nigeria, Mohamed Malick Fall, has expressed deep concern over recent attacks in Niger State, calling for stronger protection of civilians, civilian spaces, and schools, reports ITREALMS.

On January 3, over 30 people were killed and several others abducted in an attack on a village market in Kasuwan Daji, Borgu Local Government Area, Niger State.

NLNG outlines path to sustainable LNG @World LNG Summit: Calls for global action to end energy divide - ITREALMS

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The Nigeria Liquefied Natural Gas (NLNG) Limited has called for a new era of global cooperation across the LNG value chain to ensure sustainable energy security, improve affordability for emerging economies, and maintain natural gas as a central component of a balanced global energy mix, reports ITREALMS.

Speaking at the World LNG Summit & Awards in Istanbul, Turkey, the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of NLNG, Philip Mshelbila, participated in a panel titled “Energy Expansion in a Challenging Global Trade Environment.”

Transforming Africa: NITDA DG calls for urgent investment in digital infrastructure - ITREALMS

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The Director-General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), Kashifu Inuwa, has declared that Africa’s economic destiny depends on its ability to build and control its own computing capacity, describing it as the bedrock of sustainable digital transformation, job creation, and intra-African trade, reports ITREALMS.

Inuwa made this assertion while speaking at the 2nd Annual Sustainability Week Africa, held at The Westin, Cape Town, South Africa, where he presented insights on how digital technologies can accelerate the continent’s transition to a greener and more inclusive economy.

Archbishop Adewale Martins calls on leaders to prioritise effective governance over politicking - ITREALMS

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…Commissions new Catechists into LAGC

The Archbishop of the Metropolitan See of Lagos, His Grace and Most Rev. Dr Alfred Adewale Martins, has urged leaders across Nigeria to prioritise effective governance over politicking by focusing on delivering tangible results that improve the lives of the citizens.

He made this call at the commissioning of new Catechists from various catholic parishes in Lagos into the Lagos Archdiocesan Guild of Catechists (LAGC), during the 2025 Catechist Day/Jubilee Year of Hope Celebration, held recently at the St. Dominic Catholic Church, Yaba, Lagos.

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.”

CBCN Calls for national transformation, urges govt to address corruption, poor governance - ITREALMS

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The Catholic Bishops' Conference of Nigeria (CBCN) has issued a communique at the end of their 2025 Ikot Ekpene, Akwa Ibom State, calling on Nigerians to work towards authentic national transformation, reports ITREALMS.

The bishops emphasized the need for perseverance in Christian hope and working towards justice in the nation, stressing that hope does not disappoint.

Eid-el-Mawlid: Oyo Ag Gov congratulates Muslims, calls for more support, prayers - ITREALMS

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Oyo State Acting Governor, Barrister Abduraheem Bayo Lawal, has congratulated the Muslim faithful in the state and across Nigeria on witnessing the Eid-el-Mawlid 2025, tasking them to use the auspicious occasion to pray for the country and the state.

The Acting Governor, who felicitated Muslims, maintained that the spiritual importance of Eid-el-Mawlid cannot be underestimated, as it commemorates the birth of Prophet Muhammed (Peace Be Upon Him).

MRA to Gov. Bago: Reopen Badegi 90.1 FM, your order stifles democracy - ITREALMS

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Media Rights Agenda (MRA) has strongly condemned the closure of Badegi 90.1 FM, a private radio station in Minna, Niger State, by Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago. MRA described the action as "illegal, arbitrary, and a dangerous assault on broadcasting freedom" reports ITREALMS.

In a press statement, MRA's Programme Officer, John Gbadamosi, noted that the Governor's action constitutes an abuse of office and a breach of the Code of Conduct for Public Officers. 

NCC's EVC calls for decisive action on digital inclusion @Stakeholder summit - ITREALMS

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The Executive Vice Chairman (EVC) of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), Dr. Aminu Maida, has urged stakeholders to take decisive action on digital inclusion, reports ITREALMS.

Delivering a powerful welcome address at the Marriott Hotel in Ikeja, Lagos venue, Dr. Maida called to action stakeholders have immense role to play.

TSA: NCS condemns suspension of Remita, calls for urgent dialogue - ITREALMS

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The Nigeria Computer Society (NCS) has condemned in its entirety the recent suspension of Remita, an indigenous payment solution on the Treasury Single Account (TSA) by the Federal Government (FG) and called for an urgent dialogue to resolve any identified issues, reports ITREALMS.

Remita, ITREALMS gathered has a track record of over 20 years servicing the industry and the nation through its indigenous application solution. Remita is a subsidiary of SystemSpecs Software technology group which has been a trailblazer in Nigria’s IT industry, delivering exceptional results and contributing significantly to the development of indigenous talents.

INEC reiterates calls for Electoral Offences Tribunal - ITREALMS

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The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has reiterated calls for the establishment of an Electoral Offences Tribunal (EOT) reports ITREALMS.

The Commission’s Chairman, Prof. Mahmood Yakubu made the latest appeal at the first quarterly consultative meeting with the Media, held at the INEC Headquarters, Abuja on February 7, 2025.

Osun Shooting: Gov. Adeleke calls for peace as IGP orders arrest of Moses Lohor - ITREALMS

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Amidst tension in Osun, the state Governor Ademola Adeleke, has called for peace to allow the authorities to investigate and deliver justice on the attempted murder of Mr Alowonle Iyanda, the state motor transport system chairman.

The Governor particularly pleaded with transport workers statewide not to take laws into their hands and allow state and federal authorities to address the issue for justice to prevail.

UN representative demands increased role for women in shifting global geopolitics - ITREALMS

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The chairperson of the 12th anniversary Lecture of Realnews Magazine, Beatrice Eyong, has declared that Africa must positively improve the conditions and status of women and girls in order to take the rightful place in the world's shifting geopolitics, reports ITREALMS.

In her contribution to the theme: “Africa in World Shifting Geopolitics: Matters Arising on Demography, Technology, Artificial Intelligence, Natural Resources” held on Tuesday, November 19, 2024, Eyong, who is the UN Women Country Representative to Nigeria and ECOWAS, noted that the global economy will grow by trillions if women could equally participate in the economy and have equal pay.

Realnews publisher calls for integration of Africa into global economy - ITREALMS

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The Editor-in-Chief and Publisher of Realnews Magazine, Maureen Chigbo, has called for integration of Africa into the global economy in order for the region to enjoy unbridled influence of technology for the socioeconomic well-being of the people, reports ITREALMS.

Delivering her welcome address at the 12th Annual Lecture and Realnews Magazine, Chigbo said that Realnews magazine picked ‘Africa in World Shifting Geopolitics: Matters Arising on Democracy, Technology, Artificial Intelligence, Natural Resources’ “because we are concerned about how Africa could be integrated into the global economy amidst the move towards authoritarianism, protectionism, nationalism, and the unbridled influence of technology on the socioeconomic well-being of our people.”

Kyari calls for differentiated energy transition for Africa - ITREALMS

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As global calls for transition to cleaner energy fuels continue to grow, the Group Chief Executive Officer of Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC) Ltd. Mr. Mele Kyari has advocated for a differentiated approach to attaining energy transition for the African continent.

Kyari, who also said the Final Investment Decision (FID) on the Nigeria Morocco Gas Pipeline (NMGP) Project will be taken in December 2024, made the call while speaking during a Leadership Dialogue Session at the ongoing CERAWeek Conference in Houston, United States, on Tuesday.

S Mobile Tech Hub beckons on Southeast entrepreneurs, targets 500 - ITREALMS

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The S Mobile Tech Hub, an offspring of the S Mobile Group has bwckoned on technology entrepreneurs in the Southeast Nigeria as registration opens.

S Mobile Tech Hub was recently conceived by Mr. Kingsley Adonu, a visionary entrepreneur and CEO/Founder S Mobile Group, who aims to manifest the Group’s deliberate programmes towards building a dynamic and vibrant startup ecosystem in eastern region of the country.