2025 Scripps National Spelling Bee: A Milestone for Nigerian Students - ITREALMS

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For the first time in history, Nigerian students will be able to participate in the prestigious Scripps National Spelling Bee in Washington, D.C., next year. This momentous occasion not only marks Nigeria's debut but also positions the country alongside Ghana as the African nations in the competition's illustrious century-long history.

The Scripps National Spelling Bee, which will celebrate its 100th anniversary in May of 2025, is a rigorous test of spelling and vocabulary skills. It has long been a platform where young minds showcase their linguistic prowess and determination. For many students, the road to Washington, D.C., is paved with hard work, dedication, and an unwavering passion for words.

Unlocking digital inclusion: S.Mobile, MTN Nigeria partner for MoMo PSB, data bundles, airtime - ITREALMS

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In a move that promises to revolutionize access to digital services and financial inclusion for millions of Nigerians, S.Mobile has joined forces with MTN Nigeria. This strategic partnership focuses on the distribution of MTN's MoMo Payment Service Bank (PSB) and data bundles, offering a seamless gateway to financial services and connectivity.

The collaboration brings together two industry leaders with unique strengths. MTN Nigeria, the country's largest telecom provider, boasts an extensive network and deep understanding of the Nigerian market. 

Protest: GOCOP condemns attacks on journalists by security agents, says act undemocratic - ITREALMS

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The Guild of Corporate Online Publishers (GOCOP) condemns, in very strong terms, the serial attacks on journalists covering the #EndBadGovernance nationwide protest, describing the act as undemocratic and repressive.

GOCOP notes that journalists are partners in national development as well as critical stakeholders in the advancement of democracy and civil liberties and therefore deserve to be protected, and not suppressed as the security agents tried to do during the protest.

Ex-Presidential aide disburses N40m to 40 youths - ITREALMS

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A renowned journalist and former Director of Strategy and Communications to former President Goodluck Jonathan, Chief Jackson Ude, has disbursed N40 million grant to 40 youths from the eight communities in his home town of Nkporo, Ohafia Local Government of Abia State.

The funds are to help the youths to start businesses or boost existing ones as well as to ameliorate the current economic difficulties facing many of them.

Interior Minister laud retired DCM Bisi Kazeem for projecting FRSC image - ITREALMS

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The Minister of Interior, Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, has commended retired Deputy Corps Marshal (DCM) Bisi Kazeem for positively projecting the image of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) for 12 years.

Tunji-Ojo gave the commendation during the 11th valedictory lecture series and Pull out Parade organised in honour of Kazeem, on Wednesday in Abuja.

Count NNPC out of any economic sabotage says Kyari - ITREALMS

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The Group Chief Executive Officer of NNPC Limited, Mr. Mele Kyari has said the company has not breached any known enabling laws guiding dealings with partners, hence should be counted out of any claims of economic sabotage.

Chief Corporate Communications Officer, NNPC Ltd, Olufemi Soneye, quoted Kyari, while addressing the Senate Ad-Hoc Committee investigating alleged economic sabotage in the Nigeria Petroleum Industry at the National Assembly on Wednesday, as saying that refining business is a straightforward business which any investor should know before coming into the market.

Economic Outlook: AfDB forecasts growth for Madagascar - ITREALMS

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The latest Economic Outlook by the African Development Bank (AfDB) has forecasted growth for Madagascar by 4.5 per cent in 2024 and 5.3 percent in 2025, reports ITREALMS.

The AfDB Group’s Country Report 2024, ITREALMS gathered, forecasted vigorous economic activity for Madagascar, with expected growth of 4.5 percent in 2024, climbing to 5.3 percent in 2025. Growth on the Grande Île was 4.4 percent in 2023, compared with 4.3 percent in 2022.

Obadare appointed professor of practice @Miva Open University - ITREALMS

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The founding Chief Visionary Officer, Digital Encode Limited, Forbes Best of Africa Outstanding Digital Trust Leader, Dr. Obadare Peter Adewale, has been appointed as the first Professor of Practice (Cybersecurity) in Nigeria.

Dr. Obadare’s letter of appointment as a Professor of Practice (Cybersecurity) by Miva Open University, Abuja, dated 1st of July 2024 and was signed by the University’s Registrar, Iheanyi Akwitti.

Sins of the North by Senator Shehu Sani

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A former Senator, Shehu Sani has berated the northern region of Nigeria, decrying that after years of blaming others for the woes of the region, latest happenings required that the north prove itself.

He, therefore listed some 20 sins of the north.

TD Africa, Huawei partner for SMEs - ITREALMS

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Respite at last for Small and Medium Sized Enterprises on the African continent as TD Africa partners Huawei to help SMEs optimize operations, enhance productivity, and drive growth.

Having seen the challenges SMEs on the continent face in networking, TD Africa, Africa's number one technology distribution company, considered it wise that the SMEs got a one-stop, cutting-edge technology solution.