NLNG rebrands, unveils new logo - ITREALMS

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Nigeria LNG Limited (NLNG) has unveiled a new logo and trade name as part of a strategic rebranding initiative aimed at aligning the company's vision with evolving global energy demands.

The announcement was made on Friday during the company's annual Grand Award Night in Lagos. Dr. Philip Mshelbila, NLNG’s Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, introduced the new trade name—NLNG, without an expansion of the letters—and an identity and purpose statement, "Providing Energy to Improve Lives Sustainably," alongside the refreshed tagline, "Inspiring a Sustainable Future."

Late Ogbuefi Dominic Nweke’s final rites commences October 24 - ITREALMS

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The funeral rites of renowned community leader, late Ogbuefi Dominic Udegbunem Nweke, have been announced by the family in memory and celebration of his life after 91 years sojourn on earth.

A public statement by the family endorsed by the son and Group Executive Editor, ITREALMS Media group, Sir Remmy Nweke, indicated that his late father’s final funeral rites would commence on Thursday, October 24, 2024, with a wake at the family compound, Umuokpe village, Awba-Ofemili in Awka North Local Government Area of Anambra State.

EFCC denies invasion of Urban Radio Enugu - ITREALMS

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The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has denied invasion of the Urban Radio Enugu, Enugu State, saying they were there merely to invite one Favour Ekoh, host of Prime Time, a programme at the station, reports ITREALMS.

EFCC in a press statement by Head, Media & Publicity, Mr. Dele Oyewale on Tuesday, entitled "EFCC’s Arrest at Urban Radio Enugu: Facts of the Matter" noted that on Monday, October 14, 2024, a team of operatives of the Enugu Zonal Directorate of EFCC, comprising four officers were at Urban Radio 94.5FM, Enugu to invite one Favour Ekoh, host of Prime Time, a programme running at the station.

Afinni reaffirms commitments to serve Lagos Island residents - ITREALMS

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The legislator representing the Lagos Island Constituency II in the state House of Assembly, Hon. Olanrewaju Afinni, has assured residents that relevant suggestions raised during the 2024 stakeholders’ meeting, would be communicated to the Assembly for appropriate actions, reports ITREALMS.

Hon. Afinni made this assertion during the 9th Constituency Stakeholders’ meeting held at the Christ Church Cathedral Primary School with the theme “Ensuring Food Security For a Sustainable Future, Youth Participation and Home-Grown Farming.”

Super Eagles: Akpabio condemns maltreatment in Libya, seeks probe - ITREALMS

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The President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio, has condemned in strong terms the ill-treatment of members of the nation’s senior team, the Super Eagles, and its delegation to a return leg of the 2025 African Cup of Nation (AFCON) qualifier in Libya.

Akpabio, in a statement by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Hon. Eseme Eyiboh decried the antics and shameful behaviour of the Libyan officials and authorities saying, “This unfortunate incident is a stark reminder of the disregard for human dignity and the lack of respect for international norms”.

Transcorp Power reports strong Q3 2024 performance with 153% revenue growth - ITREALMS

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One of the power subsidiaries of Transcorp Group, the Transcorp Power Plc, has announced its financial results for the third quarter of the year ending September 30, 2024, demonstrating remarkable growth across the business.

In its Q3 2024 unaudited results filed with the Nigerian Exchange (NGX), Transcorp Power reported revenue of N223.6 billion, representing a significant 153% growth year-on-year, over N88.4 billion in Q3 2023, Highlighting operational efficiency, profit before tax for the period surged by 198%, recording N81.1 billion, compared to N27.3 billion in September 2023.

AASDU unveils 2025 Igbo calendar, website – ITREALMS

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The Association of Anambra State Development Unions (AASDU) has unveiled its 2025 calendar with special Igbo features and website, [https://aasdulagos.org.ng/] reports ITREALMS.

President of AASDU, Chief Sir Amechi Ebeledike said at the Sickle Cell Centre hall, Idi-Araba, Lagos on Sunday, that the AASDU calendar is first of its kind from AASDU Lagos and embodies a number of tourism and fascinating features in Anambra State, which could be optimised for revenue generation for the Light of the Nation state.

Zinox @23: Celebrating Africa's leading digital identity - ITREALMS

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Zinox Technologies, Nigeria’s premier technology company, founded by Forbes Best of Africa’s Leading Tech Icon Leo Stan Ekeh, marked its 23rd anniversary. 

Established in 2001, Zinox has been at the forefront of providing advanced technology solutions in the country and across the continent. Zinox was created to fill a significant void in Nigeria’s ICT sector, offering the nation a digital identity and leading as the first indigenous ICT powerhouse to design and manufacture internationally certified computers from Nigeria.

Obasa to Lagos Island youths: Embrace fish-farming, scale up food security - ITREALMS

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Nigerian youths, especially those resident in the Lagos Island, have been enjoined to tap into the initiatives put up by the state to ensure food security by leveraging fish-farming, reports ITREALMS.

The Lagos State House of Assembly,Speaker, Hon.(Dr.)Mudashiru Obasa told participants at the 9th edition of the Annual Constituency Stakeholders meeting held at Christ Church Cathedral Primary School in Lagos Island, with the theme, Ensuring Food Security For a Sustainable Future: Youth participation and home-grown farming, in an official remarks.

Its official! Samsung launches Galaxy A06 ... wey sabi - ITREALMS

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It is now official that Samsung Electronics has formally launched the latest addition to the popular Galaxy A series smartphones, the Galaxy A06, reports ITREALMS.

Regarded as fan favorite series and combining powerful performance with a sleek design, the Galaxy A06 offers customers and loyal A series fans unique features and premium experience at an affordable price.

2024 DRILL: Fellows emerge from 7 countries to drive digital rights across continents - ITREALMS

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The Paradigm Initiative (PIN), a leading pan-African organization championing digital rights and inclusion, has announced the selection of seven finalists from across Africa and India for the 2024 Digital Rights and Inclusion Learning Lab (DRILL) Fellowship.

Chosen from a highly competitive pool of 1,490 applicants, this year’s cohort will play a pivotal role in advancing digital rights in their respective countries, including Tunisia, Ethiopia, Nigeria, Burundi, Uganda, Namibia, and India.

FG proposes 'Nutrition 774 Initiative' - ITREALMS

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The Vice-President, Alhaji Kashim Shettima has revealed the proposed framework for the Federal Government’s “Nutrition 774 Initiative" to address malnutrition and food insecurity in the country, reports ITREALMS.

The “Nutrition 774 Initiative,” ITREALMS gathered is expected to improve nutrition across the 774 local government areas of Nigeria.

Caribbean countries seek Dangote’s partnership in Cement, fertiliser production - ITREALMS

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The Prime Minister of Grenada, Dickon Mitchell, has described the Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals as a significant investment in industrialisation and manufacturing needed by developing countries for their industrial growth.

He noted that it is through this type of investment that Africa and the developing countries can reverse the cycle of exporting raw materials while importing finished products from developed countries.

Ambassador Gambari to deliver Realnews 12th annual lecture - ITREALMS

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The management of Realnews Magazine and Publications Limited, publishers of Realnews Magazine Online, has revealed that His Excellency, Ambassador Prof. Ibrahim Agboola Gambari, former Chief of Staff to President Muhammadu Buhari, and former Nigeria’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, will deliver the Realnews 12th Anniversary Lecture.

The lecture on “Africa in World Shifting Geopolitics, Matters Arising on Democracy, Technology, Artificial Intelligence, Natural Resources” will be held at the Sheraton Hotel, Lagos, on Tuesday, November 19, 2024.

Joint security forces rescue six media crew - ITREALMS

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A joint security forces have successfully rescued the six members of the media crew who were abducted while travelling from Lagos to Uyo along Isseke-Orlu Road in Ihiala, Anambra State, reports ITREALMS.

The Police Public Relations Officer, Anambra State Police Command, Superintendent of Police (SP) Tochukwu Ikenga, disclosed this on Thursday, October 10, 2024 in Awka, the state capital.

Pastor Benny joins Pastor Chris for largest online healing crusade - ITREALMS

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Billions worldwide are preparing for an unprecedented spiritual experience like no other! The 12th edition of the Healing Streams Live Services, featuring the powerful union of Pastor Chris Oyakhilome and Pastor Benny Hinn, will take place from October 25th to 27th, 2024, at 2 PM GMT+1 daily. 

The three-day event, widely regarded as one of the most anticipated Christian events of the year, promises to be a divine encounter that will touch lives across the globe.

TECNO’s AI revolution redefines connectivity, user experience - ITREALMS

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The future arrived in grand style at TECNO's highly anticipated AI Launch event, bringing together a star-studded lineup of tech influencers, actors, and industry captains to celebrate a major leap in the world of technology. From the sleek ambience to the forward-thinking innovations, every detail of the event embodied the trailblazing spirit of Artificial Intelligence (AI) as TECNO unveiled its first-ever AI-powered ecosystem.

Hosted by the vibrant Miss Techy, the event drew the who’s who of the tech world, including influencers like Izzi Boye, Valor Reviews, and Kagan Tech. But the guest list didn’t stop at the tech elite—Nigerian stars like Liquorose, Veekee James, and Kie Kie also graced the occasion, blending entertainment and industry expertise. The presence of these luminaries underscored the significance of this launch, poised to reshape how Nigerian consumers connect with technology.

World Sight Day 2024: A focus on child vision, eye health in Nigeria by Ugo Enwerem - ITREALMS

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Eyes are often called the mirrors of the soul, but they are much more than that. They are vital to how we engage with the world, influencing how we learn, work, and experience life. Yet, millions of people around the world, including many in Nigeria, are losing the ability to see clearly, with devastating consequences for their health, education, and economic prospects.

As we approach World Sight Day 2024 on October 10, it’s time to renew our commitment to tackling visual impairment, with this year’s focus on children. The theme, “Love Your Eyes – Protect Your Future,” is a powerful reminder that early action can prevent many of the issues that lead to vision loss and blindness. For Nigeria, where over 4.25 million adults suffer from some form of visual impairment and 1.13 million are living with blindness, eye health is more critical than ever.

UBA sponsors Lagos International Trade Fair for sixth year, reaffirms support African SMEs - ITREALMS

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The Africa's global bank, United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc is sponsoring this year’s edition of the Lagos International Trade Fair (LITF), which marks the sixth in the series as the official financial partner, reports ITREALMS.

The LITF 2024, ITREALMS gathered is the 38th edition organised annually by the Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI), and is scheduled to take place at the Tafawa Balewa Square, Lagos, between November 1st to 10th, 2024.

Nigerian Figorr, 3 others win Gavi innovation against climate change on health - ITREALMS

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Nigerian innovation, Figorr has been selected alongside three others, as the winners in the 2024 Gavi Innovation for Uptake, Scale and Equity in Immunisation (INFUSE) pacesetters, reports ITREALMS.

Others include Atlas AI from the USA, Causal Foundry from Spain, and Signalytic from Uganda were selected from a shortlist of top 10 finalists by a panel of global health, technology and private sector experts after a two-day workshop funded by the Rockefeller Foundation in Nairobi, Kenya.

Tomorrow is Techeconomy Business Series - ITREALMS

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Techeconomy, a Lagos-based media startup, has launched the "Techeconomy Business Series" [TBS], which holds tomorrow, Thursday, October 10 by 10am, reports ITREALMS.

The startup which offers its readers Content-as-a-Service (CaaS) by telling you what is new in Technology, Business and Economy; reflecting on why it matters, how it works and the benefits, is working with ThinkingCap Consulting to innovate on breakthroughs that brands need to thrive.

TBS debuts with a webinar scheduled for Thursday, October 10, 2024 by 10:00AM (WAT). Participating is free, but you are required to register via: https://rebrand.ly/techeconomy-business.

Speaking ahead of the webinar, Peter Oluka, the editor, Techeconomy, said “As a digital news platform that stands apart for its commitment to truth and accuracy, for the quality of its reportage of technology – business – economy related events, Techeconomy is always looking at avenues to add values and enrich our contents while providing opportunities to businesses and partners to meet their goals.

“The Techeconomy Business Series is designed to explore the intersection of technology and business, providing insights into how technological advancements shape industries, drive innovation, and impact economic growth.

“The series typically focuses on key topics such as digital transformation, emerging tech trends, and their practical applications for businesses. It covers case studies, expert opinions, and analysis on how companies can leverage technology to enhance operational efficiency, improve customer experience, and scale globally.

“Additionally, it offers advice on navigating challenges in tech adoption and fostering a culture of innovation.

“As the saying goes, ‘Business is more than making money- it is an opportunity to meet people's needs. Business is more than providing services, it is about solving problems’, Techeconomy Business Series [TBS] gives us the opportunity to discover the breakthroughs that brands need to win.

On his part, Mr. Destiny Eseaga, the business editor, said, “Our mission is to make content publishing more valuable to the individuals and businesses. Our team works round-the-clock to explore and explain the changing world around us, tilting the lenses on the emerging market”. TBS is borne out of that innate desire to add value”, Eseaga said.

Techeconomy Business Series – Webinar

Eseaga said that the first edition of Techeconomy Business Series’ webinar under the theme: "Nigeria Tech Space: From Independence to Digital Age” is being convened to celebrate Nigeria’s 64th Independence.

The Faculty

He said the faculty, including, Hilary Utuke, Cynthia Alabi, Oluwabusuyi Anonis Fakanlu, and Abraham Great, were carefully selected to discuss the topic and provide participants with insights on how to digitally position their businesses.

Hilary Utuke is the CEO of Korlod Works, a top Digital Marketing firm in Lagos. He’s authored four books including “Digital Strategies for Online Brand Visibility” and created Digital Luminary Pro™, a model helping Nigerian Thought Leaders connect with Millenials and GenZ audiences.

Cynthia Alabi is a seasoned Revenue Growth Expert with over a decade of experience dedicated to driving growth in technology-driven companies. She has developed a unique blend of skills in sales, marketing, and business development, with a strategic focus on supporting and creating customer-centric brands, services, and solutions.

Her exceptional ability to foster business growth in start-ups is buoyed by her expertise in non-technical roles, including customer success, account/stakeholder management, customer service, and enterprise sales. This diverse experience allows Cynthia to consistently employ a strategic approach to client satisfaction and data-driven decision-making, resulting in outstanding outcomes.

Oluwabusuyi Anonis Fakanlu, as the co-founder and managing director of CAF LTD/CAF UNIVERSAL LLC, a construction and real estate development company, he leads a team of dedicated professionals who consistently deliver high-quality projects, eco-friendly, energy-efficient, and sustainable projects at a competitive cost.

With over 24 years of industry experience, he has overseen every stage of projects, from planning and design to construction, management, maintenance, and operation of various buildings and constructions.

Abraham Great is a Management Consultant, Trainer, Destiny Coach, Leadership Expert, Author, Legal adviser, content writer, song writer, artist and a clergyman.

He is the chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Great Dynasty Group - with subsidiaries in the UK, Nigeria, Ireland, and North America.

His professional experience of over sixteen years has seen to the development and management of various organizations, that in turn, provide value, enrich lives and help society become a better place.

Anselem Imoh, a project management specialist, will moderate the session.

Chair, Zinox-Konga Group, Leo Stan Ekeh takes delivery of Huawei Mate XT - ITREALMS

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In a mark of immense honour, Huawei, a global technology leader, has presented its latest in stock Mate XT to the chairman of Zinox-Konga Group, Mr. Leo Stan Ekeh, reports ITREALMS.

This is coming as the new masterpiece is set to revolutionarise the smartphone lineup.

This is coming as the tri-fold phone launched in September earned Best Smart Phone globally. Before its release, this disruptive gadget had over 8 million preorders. Even though the lowest specification unit's official pricing was $2800, the price per unit for the privileged few who preordered and chose to sell owing to extreme scarcity and demand reached over $20,000 on the Chinese black market.

Dangote: Nigeria can become a refining hub - ITREALMS

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Nigeria must enhance its crude oil production capacity and effectively manage its crude supply to ensure adequate feedstock for domestic refineries, in order to transit from a net importer to a net exporter of petroleum products.

Chairman of Dangote Refinery and Petrochemicals Company Limited, Aliko Dangote, made this assertion during his keynote address at a summit held in Lagos by the Crude Oil Refinery Owners Association of Nigeria (CORAN). The event attracted top government officials and key stakeholders from the midstream and downstream sectors.

Livestock Summit: Governor Adeleke mulls localisation innovations - ITREALMS

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Governor Ademola Adeleke has expressed readiness of the state government to localise modern livestock innovations with a view to develop Osun dairy and livestock sub-sectors.

Speaking after a visit to a large dairy farm in Northern France and attending the world largest livestock summit in Clermont Ferrand along French partners, Governor Adeleke described advancement in livestock sectors as breathtaking, noting particularly the application of high tech and AI in the farm process.

The Nigeria Prizes: NLNG extols media contribution, sponsors new prize on energy reporting - ITREALMS

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Nigeria LNG Limited, over the weekend, celebrated the media for its contribution to the development of The Nigeria Prize for Literature and The Nigeria Prize for Science in the last 20 years, recognising media stakeholders for their dedication and commitment to the coverage of the Prizes.

At an event titled “Celebrating the Voices of Impact” held in Lagos, the Company also announced the sponsorship of a new prize category at the prestigious Diamond Awards for Media Excellence (DAME) called “The NLNG Prize for Energy Reporting.”

Check Point: A leader in enterprise firewall solutions evaluation - ITREALMS

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Leading cyber security platform provider of AI-powered, cloud delivered solutions, the Check Point Software Technologies Ltd. has been named a leader in The Forrester Wave: Enterprise Firewalls, Q4 2024 report. 

Forrester, a leading global research and advisory firm, states in its report that, “Check Point excels with collaborative tools,” which we believe further validates our platform approach to offer enterprises a full suite of top-tier cyber security products.

Menxtt TechNG offers comprehensive support service for Nigerian businesses - ITREALMS

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The Menxtt Technology NG, a fast-growing indigenous technology start-up, is expanding its portfolio of tech services to include a comprehensive Tech Support Service for organizations. Specializing in web and software development, Menxtt Technology NG is now offering businesses an eco-conscious and efficient solution for managing and repairing their tech devices, helping reduce electronic waste (e-waste) and lower carbon footprints.

With growing concerns about e-waste and its harmful environmental impact, Menxtt Technology NG’s new Tech Support Service provides organizations an opportunity to extend the lifespan of their devices through repair and maintenance, rather than discarding them prematurely. This initiative not only supports sustainable practices but also aligns with the global movement to reduce carbon footprints by reusing and fixing devices instead of contributing to the increasing problem of e-waste.

NCC to Starlink: Your action contravenes tariff conditions - ITREALMS

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The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has declared a contravention, the action of the Starlink regarding tariffs in the country, reports ITREALMS.

Disclosing this, the Director, Public Affairs at NCC, Mr. Reuben Muoka told ITREALMS that the Starlink, unilaterally reviewed its subscription packages upwards without approval of the Commission.

Sen. Lokpobiri denies authorising NNPCL to stop running refineries - ITREALMS

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The Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Oil), Sen. Heineken Lokpobiri Ph.D, has refuted claims that he authorised the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) to stop running its own refineries and focus solely on equity participation, reports ITREALMS.

A press statement available to ITREALMS and personally endorsed by Senator Lokpobiri said that his attention has been drawn to statements credited to Engr. Kamoru Busari, Director of Upstream in the Ministry of Petroleum Resources, who represented him at a recent conference in Lagos.

VP Quaynor emphasizes crucial role of public-private partnerships for African development - ITREALMS

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African Development Bank Group Vice President for Private Sector, Infrastructure, and Industrialization, Solomon Quaynor, recently concluded a two-day visit to South Korea, with emphasized on the crucial role of public-private partnerships (PPPs) in advancing African infrastructure development.

During his September 9-10 visit, Quaynor delivered a keynote address at the Global Infrastructure Cooperation Conference (GICC) and engaged with leaders from Korean government agencies and the private sector. He encouraged them to explore the vast investment opportunities in Africa and highlighted the upcoming Africa Investment Forum, set to take place in Rabat, Morocco, from December 4-6.

NCDMB: No more middlemen in our local content processes - ITREALMS

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The Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB) announced on Monday that it had eliminated middlemen from the oil and gas industry value chain and contributed to shortening the oil industry contracting cycle to six months, courtesy of the three Presidential Directives on Local Content operations issued by President Bola Tinubu in March 2024.

The Executive Secretary of NCDMB, Engr. Felix Omatsola Ogbe stated this in Lagos while speaking at a breakfast meeting with some media executives.

NLNG celebrates media practitioners' tenacity in news reportage - ITREALMS

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The Nigeria Liquefied Natural Gas Limited, NLNG sets aside a day to celebrate the media practitioners/reporters for their exceptional coverage and indepth analysis in their story writing on the remarkable achievement of the Nigeria Prizes in the last two decades, reports ITREALMS.

The event tagged "Celebrating The Voices of Impact: Nigeria Prizes @20" held at Marriott Hotel, Ikeja had a one-off awards to recognised and appreciates Journalists from broadcast, print and online media for their incisive reporting and creativity in bringing to lime lights the activities of the NLNG prizes of Science, Prizes of Literature over the last 20years to the public not only in Nigeria but around the World.

Eseme Eyiboh's mum, Deaconess Grace for burial Nov 9 - ITREALMS

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The remains of Deaconess Grace Sunday Eyiboh, mother of the Special Adviser on Media and Publicity and Spokesman to the Senate President, Hon. Eseme Eyiboh will be interred on November 9, 2024.

A press statement from his eldest son, Hon. Eseme Eyiboh and signed by the Head of Media, The Triumph of Mmaette, Philip Nyam, quoted as saying, Mama's burial shall be conducted by Qua Iboe Church at Community Secondary School, Akpautong village in Esit Eket LGA, Akwa Ibom State on the 9th November 2024 at 10am.

Cardoso on EFEMS: Trust is essential in central banking - ITREALMS

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The Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Mr. Olayemi Cardoso, has said that the Bank’s decision to implement the Electronic Foreign Exchange Matching System (EFEMS) is rooted in the understanding that trust is essential to central banking, reports ITREALMS.

Addressing members of the Harvard Club of Nigeria in Lagos at the weekend on the topic: “Leadership in Challenging Times: Restoring Credibility, Building Trust, and Containing Inflation,” Mr. Cardoso reiterated that the CBN’s move was to enhance transparency and provide more accurate oversight of foreign exchange transactions.

Telecoms Clinic: The Nigeria’s AI fund with Google - ITREALMS

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As the first cohort of Google inspired Artificial Intelligence fund in search of startups in Nigeria closes application window, REMMY NWEKE reports that though N100m is commendable, its meager before industry watchers.

Preamble:
A few weeks ago, the Federal Government of Nigeria through the Ministry of Communications, Innovation & Digital Economy with Google West Africa partnership sealed through the National Centre for Artificial Intelligence and Robotics (NCAIR) announced a fund worth a ₦100 million, following the call for application which closed on September 25, 2024.

The fund at the sum of ₦100 million in the name of supporting the local startups in developing innovative AI-driven solutions is commendable, but not without mixed feelings.

Shell, Okunbor receive indigenous PETAN award for excellence - ITREALMS

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The Managing Director, The Shell Petroleum Development Company of Nigeria Limited (SPDC) and Country Chair, Shell Companies in Nigeria (SCiN), Osagie Okunbor, has received an “Award of Excellence to an Astute and Visionary Technocrat” from the newly instituted executive leadership of the Petroleum Technology Association of Nigeria (PETAN).

Okunbor received the award in a short ceremony in Lagos, recently, where the PETAN executive, led by its chairman, Engineer Wole Ogunsanya, said “The award is to acknowledge Country Chair’s leadership of Shell and the long running relationship between PETAN, PETAN member companies and Shell.”

Communique by GOCOP after 2024 conference - ITREALMS

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COMMUNIQUE ISSUED AT THE END OF THE 2024 CONFERENCE OF THE GUILD OF CORPORATE ONLINE PUBLISHERS (GOCOP), HELD FROM OCTOBER 2ND TO 3RD AT REVERTON HOTEL, LOKOJA, KOGI STATE.

INTRODUCTION:
The Guild of Corporate Online Publishers (GOCOP) held its 8th annual conference from October 2nd to 3rd, 2024, at Reverton Hotel in Lokoja, Kogi State. His Excellency, the Governor of Kogi State, Usman Ododo, was the Chief Host.

The conference was attended by over 100 members of the Guild and dozens of invited guests from across the country.

NLNG Media prize goes to Prisca Sam-Duru of Vanguard Newspapers for storytelling - ITREALMS

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The Nigeria Liquefied Natural Gas (NLNG) managements has recognized the media for exceptional coverage of The Prizes for Literature, Prizes for science in the last twenty years with the sum of 5million Naira doled out to Prisca Sam-Duru of Vanguard Newspapers, for her excellent story-writing in Literature and Science in the last twenty years, reports ITREALMS.

In his welcoming speech, the General Manager, External Relations and Sustainable Development, Nigeria LNG Limited, Mr. Andy Odeh appreciated the immense contributions of the media in sharing the significance of the awards to the public over the past two decades.

Ogazuma: Government should provide security for students - ITREALMS

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Nigeria's quest at grappling with several security challenges that directly impact on its economy and lives of citizens, Government at all levels have been called to provide profound security for students especially the females.

Edutainment Communicator and Veteran Broadcaster, Ms Debrah Ogazuma made the call Thursday in Lokoja at the 8th Annual Conference of Guild of Corporate Online Publishers (GOCOP) with the theme: “Nigeria: Tackling Insecurity, Power Deficit, and Transitioning to Digital Economy.”

Rotary Club PH-ECO installs new president - ITREALMS

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The Rotary Club of Port Harcourt ECO said its poised to partner with the Rivers State government to fight perennial flooding in the state.

Speaking to our Correspondent weekend, in Port Harcourt the Rivers state capital, on the sideline of his installation as the 4th Rotary President, of Rotary Club of Port Harcourt Eco, Rtn Dr Bieye Renner Briggs emphasized that Rotary Club of Port Harcourt Eco being a cause-based club is poised to partner with the Rivers State Government and other relevant agencies to ensure that the impact of flooding is mitigated in Rivers state and the entire Niger Delta Region.

Online publishers urged to embrace AI, target your audience - ITREALMS

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Mediapreneurs under the umbrella of Guild of Corporate Online Publishers (GOCOP), have been urged to embrace Artificial Intelligence (AI) to attract readers to their websites. They are expected to leverage different online platforms and technology to promote their products or services and more with their audiences.

The publisher of the QEDNG, Mr Olumide Iyanda, who made the call during his presentation at the capacity-building session of the 8th Annual General Meeting of GOCOP at Reverton Hotel, Lokoja, Kogi State, insisted that media managers should post their stories where their readers can easily read them.

Lokoja’24: All set for GOCOP AGM, conference - ITREALMS

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All is now set for the kickoff of the 2024 edition of the Annual General Meeting (AGM) and Annual National Conference (ANEC) of the Guild of Corporate Publishers (GOCOP) in Lokoja, capital of Kogi State, the Confluence State of Nigeria.

The two-day event tagged Lokoja’24, is to be chaired by Nigeria's former Ambassador to Spain, Alhaji Yusuf Yaro Mamman, according to the 2024 Conference Planning Committee chairman, Danlami Nmodu, mni, as announced by the Publicity Secretary of GOCOP, Sir Remmy Nweke.

AfriTECH 4.0 set to drive conversations on Africa's digital future - ITREALMS

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The Africa Tech Alliance Forum (AfriTECH 4.0), one of the continent’s leading technology-focused events, is scheduled to hold Thursday, November 07, 2024 at Oriental Hotel, Lekki Road, Lagos-Nigeria.

The forum will bring together industry leaders, policymakers, innovators, and entrepreneurs to explore the theme “Leapfrogging Digital Transformation for Future of Africa’s Economy.”

Nigeria @64: Akpabio urges Nigerians to be patient, hopefutl - ITREALMS

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As the nation celebrates its 64th Independence Anniversary, President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Obot Akpabio, has admonished Nigerian citizens to be patient and hopeful that the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, will turn things around for the better.

The Senate President in a congratulatory message signed by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Hon. Eseme Eyiboh applauded Nigerians for their indomitable spirit saying though the nation has been faced with numerous challenges, the citizens have remained resolute and resilient.