Neptune Prime unveils institute of journalism, opens applications for September 2026 cohort - ITREALMS

Applications are officially open for the inaugural September 2026 intake at the newly launched Neptune Prime Institute of Journalism (NPIJ), reports ITREALMS.

Driven by the vision of veteran journalist and award-winning media strategist, Dr. Hassan Gimba, ANIPR, publisher and CEO of Neptune Prime Network Nigeria Limited; the institute was established to train aspiring storytellers, media practitioners, and digital creators looking to build high-impact careers in modern journalism and content creation.

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.

Konga slashes Starlink price, opens Galaxy S26 pre-orders in new ‘Berekete sales’ campaign - ITREALMS

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Nigeria’s leading composite e-commerce platform, Konga, has officially launched its highly anticipated Berekete Sales campaign, reports ITREALMS.

This nationwide promotional initiative is designed to deliver exceptional value to customers across key categories with discounts of up to 50%. 

Africa eyes standards alignment as ETSI opens registration for AI & Data conference 2026 - ITREALMS

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Registration has opened for the ETSI AI and Data Conference 2026, set for 09–11 February 2026 in Sophia Antipolis, France, in what analysts now describe as a significant moment for global standardisation around artificial intelligence and data governance, areas increasingly critical for African markets positioning themselves inside emerging technology value chains, reports ITREALMS.

The event, which is free but requires mandatory registration due to limited seats, will gather industry leaders and standards bodies shaping how AI systems are built, governed and deployed. ETSI will spotlight areas ranging from semantic data models to agentic AI architectures, reflecting both regulatory urgency and commercial interest as adoption accelerates.

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.

PIN opens call for session proposals for DRIF 2026 @Abidjan - ITREALMS

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Paradigm Initiative (PIN) has opened calls for session proposal submissions for the 2026 edition of the Digital Rights and Inclusion Forum (DRIF26), scheduled to take place from April 14 to 16, 2026, in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire, reports ITREALMS.

The organisation disclosed this through an official communication to stakeholders across Africa and beyond, encouraging experts, advocates, policymakers, researchers, technologists, and community leaders to take advantage of the opportunity to influence the continent’s digital future.

AWiM25 Conference: Opens for registration for 'Gender-Safe Media in Africa' - ITREALMS

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The African Women in Media (AWiM) has officially opened Super Early Bird registration for its highly anticipated AWiM25 Conference, set to take place on December 4-5, 2025, at the African Union Commission (AUC) in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, reports ITREALMS.

This year's conference, ITREALMS gathered will be on the theme "Beyond Commitments: Advancing Policies for Gender-Safe Media," serves as a powerful call to action, urging a critical shift from mere promises to concrete policy implementation for a safer media landscape in Africa.

ICANN opens application for new gTLD support programme - ITREALMS

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The Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) has opened calls for the next round of Applicant Support Programme (ASP), as part of the larger New Generic Top-Level Domains (gTLD) Program, reports ITREALMS. 

The ASP, ITREALMS gathered, provides financial and non-financial assistance to qualified, eligible entities who plan to apply for a new gTLD.

COP29: Governor Adeleke opens up on Osun climate change progress - ITREALMS

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Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State has called on world leaders to recommit to immediate action to stem the mounting negative consequences of climate change, listing several steps the subnational state of Osun has taken on the subject.

Addressing COP29 side event in Baku, Azerbaijan, the Governor represented by the state's consultant on Climate Change and Renewable Energy, Prof Chinwe Obuaku recalled the various technical reports from several credible agencies which pointed to a heightening negative impact of climate change, noting that the time is now for remediation, adaptation and resilience actions to save the planet.

ICANN proposes updates on .COM registry agreement renewal, opens comments - ITREALMS

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The Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) has opened a public comment on the proposed renewal of the .COM Registry Agreement (RA), reports ITREALMS.

Disclosing this, the Senior Vice President, Global Domains & Strategy at ICANN, Theresa Swinehart said there are some updates on the process.

Legit Entertainment Awards 2024 opens, invites voters - ITREALMS

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The management of Legit.ng has opened Legit Entertainment Awards 2024 and invite voters to take the advantage to ensure their choice artists emerge, reports ITREALMS.

A press statement from Legit.ng, endorsed by Prince Nwagboso shared some insight into how people could vote, recalling that on Monday, May 27, 2024, Legit.ng opened its voting lines for its Entertainment Awards 2024 to the public.

Qualcomm completes first year QMIA startup mentorship, opens 2024 season - ITREALMS

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The 2024 Qualcomm Make in Africa (QMIA) startup mentorship programme has opened for calls, just as 10 small medium sized grant participants have emerged, reports ITREALMS.

This is coming as Qualcomm Incorporated announced the completion of the first year of the Africa Innovation Platform, a suite of mentorship, education, and training programs created to support the development of Africa’s emerging technology ecosystem.

Kaspersky opens first African Transparency Center - ITREALMS

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As part of the Africa Cyber Defense Forum (ACDF), Kaspersky (www.Kaspersky.co.za) has opened its first Transparency Center in the African region, reports ITREALMS.

The new center, located in Kigali, Rwanda, is opening as part of Kaspersky’s Global Transparency Initiative, established to highlight the reliability of the company's solutions and advocate for greater transparency throughout the cybersecurity industry. The new center offers its visitors a comprehensive overview of Kaspersky's engineering and data processing practices, and a live demonstration of the source code for its products and services.

2023 Talent Hunt Research still open, says NCC - ITREALMS

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Applications for the 2023 Talent Hunt Research through hackathon, organised by the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), is still opened, reports ITREALMS.

Director, Public Affairs at NCC, Mr. Reuben Muoka informed ITREALMS on Monday that the commission has kicked off activities for the third edition of its Talent Hunt Research through Hackathon as part of giving expression to its Strategic Vision Plan 2023-2025, which is to encourage the development of new technologies and indigenous content through cutting-edge research. 

Chevening Scholarships portal opens for UK studies - ITREALMS

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Applications for Chevening Scholarships to study in the United Kingdom (UK) is opened until November 7, 2023, reports ITREALMS.

The applications, ITREALMS gathered, are to be submitted via the online application form at chevening.org/apply.

NiRA opens nomination for 2023 .NG awards - ITREALMS

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The Nigeria Internet Registration Association (NiRA) has opened nominations for the 2023 .NG Awards, reports ITREALMS.

The 2023 .NG awards, ITREALMS gathered marks the sixth edition, and has been slated for Friday, November 17th.

Oyo govt opens alternative road in Olodo, promises to fix collapsed bridge - ITREALMS

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The Oyo State government has opened an alternative route in the Olodo axis, appealing to road users not to hinder the flow of traffic on the new route, following the collapse of the bridge, reports ITREALMS.

The Commissioner for Works, Public Infrastructure and Transport, Professor Daud Kehinde Shangodoyin, who visited the 2.5 kilometre Oki Junction-Olodo Bank Road fixed by the government as an alternative route for road users in the axis, said the collapsed bridge would also be fixed in six months.

Voting for Africa’s Beacon of ICT merit and leadership awards opens - ITREALMS

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The voting for the 2023 edition of the Africa’s Beacon of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) merit and leadership awards have been opened for members of the public, reports ITREALMS.

According to the chief executive officer and editor in-chief, CommunicationsWeek Media Limited, and the organisers of the lecture., Mr. Ken Nwogbo, the board and management of the company with over two million online subscribers has opened its portal to the general public to vote for nominees of their choice for this year’s Africa’s Beacon of ICT Merit and Leadership Awards.

Notion Technology opens office in Abuja - ITREALMS

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The representatives of American #1 technology company and reputed for Comway and Hsv products in Nigeria, Notion Technology Limited (NTL), has opened a new office in Abuja, reports ITREALMS.

The multiple-award winning IT services company has commissioned a new office located at the Ground Floor, Ekiti House, Plot 1042, Kur Mohammed Street, Central Business District, Abuja, FCT.

IPI intervention: NBC opens new window for 53 broadcast stations - ITREALMS

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Following the intervention of the Nigerian chapter of the International Press Institute, the National Broadcasting Commission (NBC) has suspended the revocation of the operating licenses of 52 broadcast stations owing various sums in licensing fees.

The NBC has now given the affected stations up to 6PM on Tuesday, August 23, to pay up their debts.