Soludo salutes Prince Arthur Eze @76 - ITREALMS

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The Anambra State Governor, Professor Chukwuma Charles Soludo, has given a warm salute  of congratulations to Prince Engr. Arthur Eze, on the occasion of his 76th birthday, reports ITREALMS.

Governor Soludo, in his congratulatory message, described Engr. Arthur Eze as a great son of Ndigbo and an outstanding business mogul who has consistently remained a role model for emulation.

Lagos NUJ salutes members, urges more protection for journalists - ITREALMS

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The Lagos State council of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) has given a warm salute to all media practitioners in the country as they mark the 2022 World Press Freedom Day with the theme: “Journalism under digital siege” which focused on digital challenges in relation to media and press freedom, reports ITREALMS.

A press statement endorsed by the duo of council chairman and secretary, Messrs Adeleye Ajayi and Tunde Olalere, they noted that freedom of the press or freedom of the media is the fundamental principle that communication and expression through various media, including printed and electronic media, especially published materials, should be considered a right to be exercised freely.

Buhari salutes Gov. Obiano on Papal’s honour for social harmony - ITREALMS

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The President, Muhammadu Buhari has saluted Governor Willie Obiano of Anambra State for the recognition by Pope Francis over his promotion of social harmony, good neighbourliness and a willingness to help individuals, institutions and other states, reports ITREALMS.

Disclosing this, Special adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, Femi Adesina, told ITREALMS that the President felicitated with the government and people of Anambra State for the deserved award to the governor, which takes into full cognizance the maturity and decency of the governor in handling the last elections in the state.

Also, he said, President Buhari commended Cardinal Francis Arinze, Prefect Emeritus of the Congregation for Divine Worship and Discipline of the Sacraments at the Vatican, who will lead a Pontifical Mass preceding the special award by the Catholic Church to Governor Obiano on December 8, 2018.

The President affirmed that the recognition by the Catholic Church will send the right signal to other states and all Nigerians that free, fair and peaceful elections are realisable, especially when political leaders declare their stand against non- violence and properly sensitize the electorate.

Buhari equally congratulated Chief Obi Adimora and Mr Chidi Amamgbo who will also receive awards at the event.

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Grange School Lagos salutes Nigeria on Independence Day - ITREALMS

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Saluting the nation and its freedom fighters on the last school day before its 58th Independence Day, the management, staff and students of Grange School Lagos have marked the occasion with a host of activities highlighting the cultural diversity of our great country, Nigeria, reports ITREALMS.

The event, ITREALMS gathered, witnessed the participation of students from various classes supporting and representing the uniqueness of each Nigerian culture by dressing up in traditional attires of the different states in Nigeria.

The school’s National Day activities served as a tribute to Nigeria, her history, culture and heroes, while the traditional fashion parade was specifically aimed at highlighting the nation’s unity in diversity.

“The aim of today’s national day activities is to celebrate the uniqueness and richness of Nigeria’s history and culture. Students and teachers of the school joined forces to identify prominent icons of Nigeria’s history and cultural tapestry. The entire school was involved in its making to instil patriotic fervour among the staff and students,” said Mr Guy Cassarchis, Headmaster, Grange School Lagos.

He encouraged everyone further saying “as we gather to celebrate this great day in Lagos, it is imperative that all citizens of Nigeria reflect on the nature of commitment that each and every individual can offer in transforming the Motherland”.

October 1st will always be a memorable day for our country and its people. It is an important day of festive and historic remembrance where we celebrate culture and the pride of our great nation. The significance of October 1st is also a strong reminder of one of the strong values of Grange School for the past 60 years, which is the importance of educating young children to be great leaders who will learn about Nigeria’s difference cultures and the importance of uniting our nation despite our rich diversity.

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CMC salutes Tunde Kelani @70, Madam Kofo too

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The duo of Mr. Tunde Kelani, and the popular Madam Kofo have been saluted by CMC Gladiators, for their roles in the art and entertainment industry in Nigeria, reports ITRealms.

Head, Publicity and Media Relations, CMC Gladiators, Babatunde Odubanwo, noted that one of celebrants, Mr. Tunde Kelani is for turning 70; describing him as a cinematographer and filmmaker of repute who established his indelible imprints on the Nigerian cinema sphere over 20 years with his debut movie - Toluwa Nile and other enduring oeuvre of culturally linked and intellectually based works.

These, he said, still remain relevant with his latest work titled SIDI ILUJINLE as a masterful interpretation of Professor Wole Soyinka’s The Lion and the Jewel.

Madam Kofo is a Theatre Practitioner, Actress, Fashionista par excellence. Her signature head gear style has ever since its creation, a wonder to behold and an inspiration for the thriving head gear tying scene. A mother, wife and idol to many has in no small measure made her artful precedence felt both home and abroad.

The chief executive officer of CMC Gladiators, Ambassador Cornel Udofia, was quoted as noting that one of the qualities that is synonymous with these living legends is their uncompromising standard of excellence.

“This outstanding virtue has afforded them the rare opportunity of wining and dining with the elites in the society, a reality that reminds us of the words of the Holy Book which read thus ‘ Seeth a man diligent in his duty, he shall stand before kings and not mere men’.

‘No doubt, these gems deservedly fits into the books of all-time greats and it is indeed our prayer at CMC that they shall live more years to achieve greater feats,” Udofia prayed, describing both as role models to him and that their immense contribution to the subject matter of culture, arts and entertainment remain unprecedented.

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Dickson salutes Nigerian Airforce over investment in Bayelsa

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The Bayelsa State Governor Hon. Seriake Dickson has given a warm salute to the efforts of the Nigerian Air Force for making strategic investments aimed at improving the welfare and professionalism of its personnel in the state, reports ITRealms.

Governor Dickson who made this known at the weekend during the commissioning ceremony of eight (8) of its projects embarked upon by the Air Force at the Mobility Command, Yenagoa.

ITRealms gathered that these projects include 235 Base Service Wing Complex, Medical Centre, Provost Squadron, Officers' quarters, Joint Airmen Mess, CAWO/RSM residential complex, Airmen quarters and Commander's residence.

Speaking shortly before the commissioning, Governor Dickson expressed surprise at the level of achievements the command has recorded within a short period of its establishment.

Dickson also called on all tiers of government including the National Assembly to continue to support the nation's security agencies to effectively perform their role of securing lives and property nationwide.

He expressed his administration's preparedness to partner with the Nigerian Air Force in the area of establishing educational facilities and other critical infrastructure, assured that government would provide additional land for the purpose.

In his remarks, the Chief of Air Staff, Air Marshall Sadiq Abubakar said the projects was in fulfillment of impact directly on d welfare and enhance professional competence of its personnel.

As said Abubakar, the ultimate aim is to build a  self-sustaining base to meet the residential, social and administrative needs of its personnel through prudent use of scarce resources.

He further expressed determination to collaborate with other security agencies to combat security challenges facing the country, said plans are on to provide a Cancer Screening Centre in some states including Bayelsa.

Equally speaking, the Special Guest of honour, Air Vice Marshal Larry Koinyan (Retd), lauded the current leadership of the Nigeria Air Force for its resourcefulness at enhancing welfare and professionalism in spite of funding constraints.

While charging the Armed Forces on the need to intensify efforts at safeguarding the territorial integrity  of the nation, AVM Koinyan tasked them on discipline and loyalty to the government of the day irrespective of ethno-religious differences.

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