Danbatta to businesses: Adjust with disruptive technologies - ITREALMS

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Executive Vice Chairman of the Nigerian Communications Commission, NCC, Prof Umar Garba Danbatta, has advised businesses to adjust to the potentials of disruptive technologies which have been adopted across the globe for enhanced productivity and sustainability.

A press statement endorsed by the Director, Public Affairs, Mr. Reuben Muoka made available to ITREALMS, quoted EVC as telling industry leaders and Information and Communication Technology (ICT) innovators, who gathered at the 2023 edition of the Information, Communication, Technology and Telecommunications (ICTEL) expo organised by the Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) in Lagos, that advancements made in the global ICT industry have become business and enhancing.

Local Content: NCDMB espouses benefits of insurance industry collaboration - ITREALMS

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The Nigeria Content Development Monitoring Board, NCDMB, has craved the understanding and support of the insurance sector to strengthen the Boards desire towards the implementation of the Nigerian Oil and Gas Industry Content Act, NOGICD, in the sector.

The Executive Secretary, ES, of the Board, Simbi Wabote, who made the call at the 2023 Oriental News Nigeria conference in Lagos, with the theme, "Building Local Content Synergy between the Oil and Gas and the Insurance Sector in Nigeria" said over the years, the Board has taken deliberate steps to forge collaboration with various critical stakeholders to support the attainment of its strategic goals and mandate.

ECOWAS imposes sanctions on Niger junta, demands reinstatement of President Bazoum - ITREALMS.

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The Heads of State and Government of ECOWAS has demanded for the immediate release and reinstatement of President Mohamed Bazoum as the legitimate Head of State and Government of the Republic of Niger, reports ITREALMS.

In a communique at the end of the Extraordinary Summit on Socio-Political Situation in the Republic of Niger read by the President, ECOWAS Commission, Dr Omar Touray, the leaders also rejected any form of purported resignation by President Bazoum and declared him as the only recognised and elected President by ECOWAS, the African Union and the international community.

Awka-North NYCN elects Udegbunam Friday, coordinator, 10 others - ITREALMS

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The Awka-North chapter of the National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN) in Anambra State, has elected Comrade Udegbunam Friday, its coordinator, alongside 10 others, reports ITREALMS.

Disclosing this to ITREALMS on Saturday, Udegbunam, who is from Awba-Ofemili, described his victory as ".... one with God..... your prayers, your prayers did magnificent".

ITREALMS recalled that Udegbunam Friday was before now made the caretaker coordinator before this election that saw his emergence as NYCN coordinator.

"I thank you all, May Elohim richly bless you all. Words are inadequate to thank you all," he said in his acceptance speech, while promising to work for the betterment of the youth and NYCN members in Awka-North Local Government Area of Anambra State.

In a related press statement also made available to ITREALMS by the Public Relations Officer (PRO) of Awka-North NYCN, Comrade Onyejaka Francis, said that the new executives have been elected and inaugurated by the Legal Advisor at ASUBEB Complex, Awka.

"The just concluded election was a momentous event, shaping the future of our Local Government," he said.

According to Onyejaka, after all the electoral processes, the newly elected Coordinator together with his executives and delegate were treated to refreshment.

Others elected alongside Comrade Udegbunam Friday, include Deputy Coordinator; Muofunanya Kenneth; Secretary, Ejiofor Callistus; Assistant Secretary, Nnaemeka Festus; Public Relation Officer; Onyejaka Francis; Treasurer, Onwube Evan; Financial Secretary Ezimmili Benjamin, Legal advisor: Prince ArthurMorgan, Social Secretary: Ezeh Becky, Auditor: Okelue Christopher, and Programmer Officer: Anakwue Ifeanyi.

UAE’s Sheraa launches 2023 edition of Startup Dojo - ITREALMS

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The Sheraa Entrepreneurship Center, has launched the 2023 edition of the Startup Dojo, a youth incubation program that has been designed keeping young entrepreneurs in mind, reports ITREALMS.

The eight-week intensive training and mentorship program takes place every summer to enable young talent to develop their entrepreneurial solutions and gain real-world experience of starting and running their own businesses.

Osun Salary debt: Adeleke approves another tranche - ITREALMS

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The Osun state, Governor Ademola Adeleke has approved the payment of another batch of half salary debt alongside the state workers' July salary, reports ITREALMS.

A press statement available to ITREALMS by the spokesperson to the State Governor, Mallam Olawale Rasheed, noted that the fresh payment makes it the third batch the Governor will pay the half salary debt in line with the template issued early this year to pay the debt on a quarterly basis.

The administration has paid that of the first and second quarters while workers will receive the third quarter payment alongside their July salary.

Governor Adeleke had during the electioneering campaign promised to pay the salary debt on installments basis. The administration had inherited about 26 billion naira in half salary debt and about 50 billion naira in pension related debt from the previous government.

Commenting on the approval, the Governor restated his commitment to the faithful implementation of the template for the payment of the inherited salary debt, adding that the template is a consensus among all stakeholders on how to exit the half salary rope.

"I want to assure Osun workers that the payment is progressing as scheduled. Despite the tight fiscal situation, we are prioritising workers welfare by paying the inherited debt on installment basis.

"As a government of the people, by the people and for the people, we will remain focused on human development even as we work to upgrade our infrastructure and develop our local economy," the Governor noted.

African Internet community mourns late Pierre Ouedraogo - ITREALMS

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The African Internet community has been thrown into mourning following the demise of its champions, late Mr. Pierre Ouedraogo, whose sad event occurred on Thursday, July 13, 2023 in Burkina Faso, reports ITREALMS.

For members of the African At-Large Regional Organisation (AFRALO) at its 5th General Assembly in Accra-Ghana, participants observed a minute silence in honour of the late Pierre Ouedraogo.

Fraud alert: EVC of NCC has no LinkedIn account, beware! - ITREALMS

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The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has raised alarm over fraudulent LinkedIn account impersonating its Executive Vice Chairman (EVC) and Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Prof. Umar Garba Danbatta, reports ITREALMS.

NCC in a press statement endorsed by the Director, Public Affairs, Reuben Muoka and made available to ITREALMS, said the commission wishes to draw public attention to a fraudulent LinkedIn account impersonating the person, and office of the Executive Vice Chairman (EVC), Prof. Danbatta.

Airtel rewards top-performing partners for half-year achievement - ITREALMS

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Airtel Nigeria has rewarded some commercial partners across the company’s six operating regions under its second half-year Break-Free Partners Contest, reports ITREALMS.

Upon completion of the contest, Airtel Nigeria presented six Channel Partners (CP) and six Super Mini Franchise (SMF) partners with a 15KVA Perkins diesel generator each.

MTN in half-year result: Records N1.16trn revenue - ITREALMS

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The MTN Nigeria Communications Plc, has recorded a new milestone as the first listed company on the Nigerian Exchange Ltd to declare a record N1.16trn revenue in six months, reports ITREALMS.

The company’s 2023 half-year financial statement revealed on Friday that MTN also posted N421.57bn profit before tax, a rise from N352.3bn.

Influencer Marketing: Art of authenticity by Reuben Kalu - ITREALMS

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Influencer marketing has emerged as a formidable force in the digital era, transforming the way businesses connect with their target audiences. With social media platforms becoming an integral part of daily life, influencers wield significant power in shaping consumer perceptions and behaviors. 

While Influencer marketing has matured over the years, the challenge for business owners lies in ensuring that their chosen influencers establish trusted influence among consumers. 

Lai Mohammed appointed SA to UNWTO Sec-Gen - ITREALMS

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The immediate past Minister of Information, Culture and Tourism of Nigeria, Alhaji Lai Mohammed has been appointed as Special Advisor to the United Nations World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO) Secretary General, Zurab Pololikashvili, reports ITREALMS.

This was made known at the opening session of the 66th UNWTO Commission for Africa (CAF) currently underway in Mauritius by the Secretary General.

Tech Hub Cabo Verde in N11.9bn AfDB loan - ITREALMS

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The African Development Bank and the government of Cabo Verde have signed a €14 million, about N11,939,062,905.00 loan agreement to enhance the Cabo Verde Technology Park by making it more climate resilient and supportive of enterprise development, reports ITREALMS.

The agreement was signed on 19 July in Praia, Cabo Verde, even as the bank earlier had provided a loan of €31.59 million to finance the first phase of the state of the art technology park, which is already transforming the country into an innovative regional information and communication hub. 

Oluremi Tinubu receives UN Resident coordinator, seeks more women in decision making - ITREALMS

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Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has expressed readiness to partner with the United Nations and its sister agencies to address various concerns, including role of women in public life, increased participation in economy, ending gender based violence, child labor and the scourge of out school children, reports ITREALMS.

This was when the UN Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator in Nigeria, Mr. Matthias Schmale and his team paid her a courtesy visit at the State House Abuja.

Samsung unveils Galaxy Z Flip5 and Fold5 to deliver flexibility, versatility - ITREALMS

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Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. has unveiled its fifth generation Galaxy foldables, namely, the Z Flip5 and Z Fold5, reports ITREALMS.

The form factors, ITREALMS gathered, offer unique experiences for every user with sleek and compact designs, countless customisation options, and powerful performance. Just as the new Flex Hinge makes the foldable experience possible, while offering an aesthetically balanced and solid design.

Lamido of Adamawa applauds NCC on consumer protection - ITREALMS

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The Lamido of Adamawa, Dr. Muhammadu Mustapha, has commended the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) on a range of its telecom consumer protection initiatives, including the recent Village Square Dialogue (VSD), which held at the weekend in Yola, Adamawa State.

Kakakin Adamawa, Prof. Abubakar Tahir, who represented Lamido Adamawa at the Consumer Conversation programme of the Commission with the theme: “Know Your Rights as Telecom Consumers” in Yola, said the event marked a privilege for individual telecom consumers and businesses in the state to ask questions and get face-to-face response from the regulator on telecom-related issues.

Family of late King T.J.T Princewill announces burial date - ITREALMS

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The family of the longest reigning monarch in Rivers State, His Serene Majesty, King Prof. T.J.T Princewill, Amachree the XI and Amanyanabo of the Kalabari Kingdom, has fixed the official date for the commencement of activities for the burial of the late king, reports ITREALMS.

According to the son, Prince Tonye Princewill, said, “The official date for the commencement of activities for the burial of the longest reigning monarch in Rivers State, His Serene Majesty, King Prof. T.J.T Princewill, Amachree the XI and Amanyanabo of the Kalabari Kingdom has been fixed for the 29th and the 30th of November."

Event stylists Kenny Larts says 'Bakers bring forth realities of designs' - ITREALMS

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Event stylist and Creative Director, Ktea Events Concepts, Lagos, Mrs. Kenny Adegbule Larts, in this chat with ITREALMS' GBEMI OMOTOSO, declared that bakers bring forth realities of designs. 

Excerpts.

What are you known for in the industry?
I'm a baker, caterer and events stylists.

Embracing Digital Revolution: Empowering Nigerian SMEs by Reuben Kalu - ITREALMS

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Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in Nigeria can maximize their business potential by effectively leveraging a digital business model. 

Here are some key strategies for SMEs to consider:

Cyber Politics: Akpabio, Abbas, Nweke for Omoniyi Ibietan’s book - ITREALMS

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The President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio; the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas; a former Minister of Information and Communication, Frank Nweke Jr., are among the dignitaries expected at the Tuesday, July 25 public presentation of a book written by Omoniyi Ibietan, the head of media relations at the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC).

While Mr Akpabio will serve as the special guest of honour at the event scheduled for the main auditorium of the Communications and Digital Economy Complex, Mbora District, Abuja, Mr Abbas will attend the ceremony as the guest of honour.

Makinde appoints SA, Internal Revenue Board chair, others - ITREALMS

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The Oyo State governor, 'Seyi Makinde, has approved the reappointments of retired Commissioner of Police, Mr. Fatai Owoseni and former chairman of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Oyo State chapter, Comrade Bayo Titilola-Sodo, as Special Advisers on Security and Labour Matters, respectively.

This is coming as the governor reappointed a retired Assistant Comptroller of Immigration, Mr. Segun Adegoke, as the Special Adviser on Homeland Security.

Lagos Island chairman appoints Ajagbe Teslim, media aide - ITREALMS

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The Executive Chairman of the Lagos-Island East Local Council Development Authority (LCDA), Hon. Muib Alade Folawiyo has appointed influential journalist, Ajagbe Adeyemi Teslim as Special Adviser (SA) to the Executive Chairman on Digital Communications, reports ITREALMS.

This was announced on Thursday via a statement issued by the council chairman, Hon. Folawiyo and duly signed by his Chief of Staff Hon. Jubrila Kabiawu, stressing that the appointment takes immediate effects.

African SAP users embrace first hybrid SAPHILA conference - ITREALMS

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After a four-year absence, delegates and presenters alike were delighted to be back for the 2023 iteration of SAPHILA, the African SAP User Group’s (AFSUG) official biennial conference for SAP users, taking place at Sun City, North West Province, on 10 and 11 July 2023. The conference was opened by Master of Ceremonies, 702 journalist Bongwani Bingwa, who noted: “Technology is moving ahead in leaps and bounds and changing the way we live and work. It plays a huge role in helping to make the seemingly impossible, possible.”

SAPHILA is a highly-regarded platform for communication, collaboration and connection for the local SAP community, with this year’s theme ‘ASPIRE’ being defined as ‘directing one’s hopes and ambitions towards achieving new heights and goals’. The ASPIRE theme is also closely aligned with the ‘RISE with SAP’ offering, which encourages driving business innovation through collaboration, with the aim of building intelligent, sustainable enterprises in the cloud.

LG washing machine: Best performance for your clothes - ITREALMS

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Washing machines have developed throughout the years with new functions and styles, from top-loaders to front-loaders. In comparison to earlier models, modern washers are more intelligent, softer, cleaner and simpler to use than older machines. But because there are so many choices, it can be difficult to pick the best one.

The LG washing machine establishes a new standard for clothing performance by offering unparalleled cleaning results and ensuring the best possible care for all sorts of clothing. They are created to provide exceptional performance, efficiency, and convenience, transforming the way we do laundry. 

Carbide ripen fruits cause cancer says NAFDAC – ITREALMS

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The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has warned Nigerians to be wary of carbide ripen fruits, because it causes cancer, reports ITREALMS.

Sounding this warning on Wednesday in Lagos at a day “NAFDAC Media Sensitisation Workshop on Dangers of Drug Hawking and Carbide ripen fruits” the Director-General (DG) of NAFDAC, Prof. Mrs Moji Christianah Adeyeye, warned Nigerians on the dangers of patronising drug hawkers and fruits ripened from unnatural sources, particularly carbides.

Nigeria records negative FDI in 2022 says UNCTAD - ITREALMS

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The Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) into the Federal Republic of Nigeria in 2022 turned negative to -$187 million as a result of equity divestments, reports ITREALMS.

Disclosing this, the World Investment Report 2023 published recently, ITREALMS gathered that FDI flows to Africa also declined to $45 billion in 2022 from the record $80 billion set in 2021, which also accounted for 3.5% of FDI globally.

NDPC can generate 500,000 jobs - ITREALMS

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The Nigerian Data Protection Commission (NDPC) Act 2023 has potential to generate some 500,000 jobs in the country reports ITREALMS.

This was disclosed this, the Executive National Commissioner, NDPC, Dr. Vincent Olatunji, while addressing participants at a capacity building on data protection and privacy for the national members of the Nigeria Information Technology Reporters Association (NITRA) in Lagos.

FDI: Africa suffers decline by $45bn in 2022 says UNCTAD - ITREALMS

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The latest from the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD's) World Investment Report 2023, has revealed that international project finance deals targeting Africa declined by some 47 per cent in value, reports ITREALMS.

The World Investment Report 2023 published recently, ITREALMS gathered saw foreign direct investment (FDI) flows to Africa declined to $45 billion in 2022 from the record $80 billion set in 2021, which also accounted for 3.5% of FDI globally.

Zero pothole: Makinde gives OYSROMA marching order - ITREALMS

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The Oyo State governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has issued a marching order to the Oyo State Road Maintenance Agency (OYSROMA) to fix all potholes on roads in the state.

The governor, who asked residents of the state to look forward to the disappearance of potholes on their roads, assured them that the government would continue to fix potholes on the roads, while also building new ones.

CBN, CBE sign deal for ‘Nigeria-Egypt FinTech Bridge’ - ITREALMS

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The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) and the Central Bank of Egypt (CBE) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to establish a Nigeria-Egypt FinTech Bridge, reports ITREALMS.

The signing ceremony, which took place at the Seamless North Africa 2023 conference at the Egypt International Exhibition Center, Cairo, on July 17 – 18, 2023, comes after a series of engagements on issues around payment systems, financial technology, and financial inclusion in Africa.

Adeleke narrates ordeal to become governor - ITREALMS

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The Executive Governor of Osun State, Senator Ademola Adeleke has urged young people to be focus on their goals in life, noting that the deciding factor in achieving one's dream is being determined.

Governor Adeleke gave the charge on Sunday in his remark at the Adeleke university convocation in Ede, Osun state, narrating the journey he endured to reach his current status as a governor in Nigeria.

Local content: NASENI beckons on Lithium batteries producers, receives Chinese delegation - ITREALMS

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The National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI) is seeking investors that would collaborate with the agency in local production and domestication of Lithium batteries among other renewable energy solutions, reports ITREALMS.

The Executive Vice Chairman/CEO of NASENI Dr, Bashir Gwandu speaking in Abuja said the agency was ready to partner with international companies that are willing to set up their industries in Nigeria and start local production of renewable energy solutions, electric vehicles parts and other capital goods that could create jobs and reduce Nigeria dependence on foreign goods that exert pressure on our foreign exchange for the country.

Imo Guber 2023: NNPP candidate appoints Senator Iroegbu as DG of campaign - ITREALMS

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The Gubernatorial Candidate of the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP), Chief Uche Ben Odunzeh, has appointed Senator Jude Obianuju Iroegbu as the Director General (DG) of the 'New Imo/Uche Ben Odunzeh Campaign Organization'. 

The appointment, effective immediately, was announced in a letter signed by Odunzeh, dated July 14th.

Fake CoS: Nigerian student, Monsurat Awodein, allegedly scams over 40 applicants - ITREALMS

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A Nigerian student identified as Monsurat Temidayo Awodein, has been allegedly involved in a scam operation that issues fake Certificates of Sponsorship (CoS), reports ITREALMS.

Investigations by ITREALMS informed that Monsurat, a student who arrived in the UK last year to pursue a master's degree at the University of Dundee, Scotland, is alleged to be at the center of this deceitful operation.

ITREALMS also gathered that the illicit scheme involves the issuance of fraudulent healthcare worker Certificates of Sponsorship (CoS) has since come to light, with over 40 unsuspecting applicants falling victim to the scam.

ANLCA chieftain, Henry Njoku debunks dissolution of NECOM by Taiwo Mustapha - ITREALMS

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The Patron of Association of Nigerian Licensed Customs Agents (ANLCA), Chief Henry Njoku has debunked the purported dissolution of the National Executive Committee (NECOM) of the association as credited to one Dapo Olawumi who alleged that Alhaji Taiwo Mustapha a self acclaimed ANLCA board of Trustees Chairman has dissolved the NECOM was a ruse, malicious, misleading and inconsistent with ANLCA supreme constitution.

Addressing journalists in his office in Port Harcourt, the Rivers State Capital recently, Njoku said, "My attention has been drawn to a publication credited to Dapo Olawumi that the National Executive Committee NECOM of the Association of Nigerian Licensed Customs Agents ANLCA has been dissolved by Taiwo Mustapha who was alleged to be the Chairman of the Board of Trustees of ANLCA and acted in that capacity to purport to have dissolved the NECOM."

11th year: Konga delights shoppers with anniversary sales - ITREALMS

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The much-awaited 11th Anniversary Sale of Konga, Nigeria's leading composite e-commerce giant, goes live on Monday, July 17 and shoppers can expect amazing offers, thrills and deals during the three-week-long mega event.

Konga has become the go-to platform and most trusted e-commerce player for millions of Nigerians looking to buy quality products with convenience and at affordable prices. Since inception, the company has stood out for its innovation, focus on customer satisfaction and several outstanding initiatives. From July 17 to August 7, 2023, Konga will be celebrating its customers for 11 years of patronage, rewarding partnership and loyalty. Tagged Thrills, Deals & Trust, Konga will be offering exciting deals across various product categories and much more.

Tinubu, whistleblowing and quest for good governance by Godwin Onyeacholem - ITREALMS

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Whistleblowing is steadily growing to become the dominant theme in ethics literature. It has earned a prime position as a forceful vehicle not only for delivering clarity and openness in workplace culture, but also for defining responsible behaviour expected of an individual.

On a wider scale, whistleblowing has shaped up to become a democratic accountability tool, and a check on secrecy and abuse of power in many different contexts.

Val Cakes boss, Folasade, advises entrepreneurs to separate friendship, family from businesses - ITREALMS

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The Creative Director, Val Cakes 'N' Events Affairs, Oshogbo, Folasade Makinde, spoke to ITREALMS’ GBEMI OMOTOSO on a number of industry issues, advising entrepreneurs to always separate friendship and family from businesses, in addition to making Google her friend.

What prompted your entry into the cake industry?
This was ignited by my passion from childhood. I developed passion for baking when I was little, then I used to go to weddings organized everyday at the church located behind our house.

500,000 hectares: IDA president, Fanawopo urges FG on mechanised farming - ITREALMS

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The President of Igbajo Development Association (IDA), Mr. Sola Fanawopo, has urged the Federal Government to optimise technology via mechanised farming to achieve its proposed 500,000 hectares farmland policy, reports ITREALMS.

Reacting to the recent pronouncement by the Federal Government’s agriculture revolution policy geared at cultivating 500 hectares of farmland to tackle food shortages in the country, he said assured of his community open arms to boost output based on Igbajo landmass.

Meta Ads unleashed! Scaling your brand to new heights by Reuben Kalu - ITREALMS

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Introduction
In the fast-paced world of digital advertising, staying ahead of the competition and effectively scaling your brand is crucial for long-term success. With the emergence of meta ads, a powerful advertising strategy that combines the strengths of traditional advertising with the targeting capabilities of digital platforms, brands have found a new avenue to reach their target audience and drive significant growth. In this essay, we will explore the concept of meta ads, their benefits, and how they can be effectively utilized to scale your brand.

Understanding Meta Ads
Meta ads, also known as meta advertising or meta-marketing, refer to advertisements that promote advertising itself. Instead of directly promoting a product or service, meta ads focus on creating awareness and generating interest in the advertising campaign itself. This approach allows brands to generate buzz, engage their audience, and ultimately drive brand recognition and loyalty.

Google's Bard showcases more features, languages and countries - ITREALMS

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Google recently developed conversational generative artificial intelligence chatbot, the Bard is showcasing some more features, languages and countries, reports ITREALMS.

Bard, ITREALMS gathered, is a conversational generative artificial intelligence chatbot developed by Google, based initially on the LaMDA family of large language models and later the PaLM LLM.

The duo of Jack Krawczyk, Product Lead, Bard and Amarnag Subramanya, the Vice President, Engineering, Bard, disclosed that users could not access new languages and countries, customised responses add images to your prompts and more.

According to them, curiosity and imagination are the driving forces behind human creativity, be it a child inventing a game, friends dreaming up their next adventure, or an entrepreneur coming up with a new business idea, our ability to imagine new possibilities is one of our most innate human qualities.

Confab on anti-corruption sets agenda for Tinubu - ITREALMS

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The President, Asiwaju Bola Tinubu, has been tasked on the immediate need to decisively fight corruption to halt the country’s possible drift into a major economic crisis amidst reports that Nigeria loses about $60billion every year to corruption.

The Human and Environmental Development Agenda (HEDA Resource Centre), local and international partners set the anti-corruption agenda for the new administration at the two-day National Anti-Corruption conference held in Abuja, Nigeria’s capital.

Working remotely @Summer 2023: Five steps to protect yourself from cyberattacks - ITREALMS

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With the arrival of summer, teleworking becomes the priority option for many workers, but it is necessary to take into account the risks and threats involved in moving the workspace to a new location.

Before the pandemic, cybersecurity started to be considered as a fundamental area in a company. But it’s really after the implementation of teleworking during confinement and the cyberattacks that many companies suffered, due to the exposure of their devices, that IT teams are increasingly focused on raising awareness among their workers. The objective is clear, shield each access point to the business network and monitor it to avoid active threats, making remote work a secure and flexible option.

Diversifying critical material supply chains minimises geopolitical risks - ITREALMS

The energy transition requires a dramatic increase in the supply of critical materials, yet their supplies chains remain vulnerable to a range of geopolitical risks. 

While there is no scarcity of reserves for energy transition minerals, global capabilities for mining and refining them are limited.

NITRA demands technocrat as FMoCDE Minister, sets agenda - ITREALMS

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The Nigeria Information Technology Reporters Association (NITRA), has demanded for a technocrat to be nominated and appointed eventually as a competent Minister of Communications and Digital Economy by President Ahmed Bola Tinubu, reports ITREALMS.

NITRA is a body of journalists in the Information and Communications Technology sector, made up of reporters and editors in broadcast, print and online media.

Palliatives underway says Tinubu to Nigerians - ITREALMS

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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Wednesday in Abuja assured Nigerians that the framework for palliatives to remedy the effects of fuel subsidy removal is being worked out, explaining that the decision to phase out the subsidy was taken in the best interest of the country.

He said the decision would guarantee future prosperity.

Porter Novelli unveils ‘borderless’ network model - ITREALMS

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Porter Novelli, one of the biggest PR consultancies in the world, has introduced a new global network model in response to evolving client needs – The Connected Core.

The model enables the agency to cherry pick talent across the world, creating a centre of excellence for each of their clients into which they can plug in additional expertise when relevant and as required.

Lessons from JAMBFun controversy - ITREALMS

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The girl amidst technology-generated JAMBFun controversy, Miss Joy Mmesoma Ejikeme, may have gotten to her height of adolescence, but earnestly needs serious counselling, correction and guidance with conclusion by the Committee of Inquiry by Anambra State government, reports ITREALMS' REMMY NWEKE.

Preface:
Lately, the social media has been extremely active with the many pontifications on the misdemeanor occasioned by the electronic prank (e-prank) by Ms Joy Mmesoma Ejikeme, who despite her passing overwhelmingly with 249 score went on to prank the populace with 362.

Born on March 2, 2004, Joy Mmesoma Ejikeme, according to her records hails from Enugu State but schooling at the Anglican Girls Secondary School, Nnewi, Anambra State. She purportedly took her 2023 JAMB Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) with the examination number C05502116 at the Thomas Chidoka Centre for Human Development, near Shepherd County, Obosi, also in Anambra State. The false UTME result notification she printed on May 14, 2023 had registration number as 202330639047FF. While she claimed to have passed "Use of English - 98; Biology 94; Physics 89 and Chemistry 81 = total score of 362.”

Ademiluyi urges global embrace for optimal employment processes - ITREALMS

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The Managing Director of HumanManager Limited (HML), a leading HR and Payroll solutions firm and a subsidiary of SystemSpecs Holdings Limited (SHL), Adekunbi Ademiluyi, has called for global embrace for optimisation of employment processes, reports ITREALMS.

Delivering a keynote at the 2023 Digital PayExpo conference held recently in Lagos, on the theme ‘The Future is Contactless’, she told stakeholders in the financial sector and others to explore the potential of contactless payments technology in fostering the adoption of cashless transactions in Africa.

EdTech Innovations: HP, Cambridge turn to Africa, 25 fellows emerge - ITREALMS

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This September, 25 of Africa’s most influential education technology (EdTech) leaders will head to Cambridge on a new fellowship programme from Cambridge Partnership for Education and HP.

The HP Cambridge Partnership for Education EdTech Fellowship is a seven-month programme that aims to grow participants’ knowledge and skills to lead impactful EdTech transformations in their education systems.