Ugbede @70: Lack of political economy, hinders press freedom reforms says Oloja - ITREALMS

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A renowned journalist and former Managing Director and Editor-in-Chief of The Guardian Newspaper, Mr. Martins Oloja, has called for a total media reform in Nigeria, describing lack of political economy of press freedom as the main missing link bedeviling ethical journalism in 21st century, reports ITREALMS.

Speaking at the median edition of the Times Journalism Alumni Association (TJAA) symposium in commemoration of the 70th birthday of the former director, Times Journalism Institute (TJI), Mr. Ndubuisi Ugbede at the Conference Hall of the Ladi Lawal House, Lagos State Council Secretariat of the Nigeria Union Journalists (NUJ), Alausa-Ikeja on Thursday, Oloja, who dwelt on "Ethical Journalism in 21st Century: The Missing Links" noted lack of political economy of press freedom as main missing link frustrating ethical journalism. Short URLs: goo.gl, mcaf.ee, cli.gs

50,000 poor families benefited from ADF rice distribution @Kebbi, Gombe States - ITREALMS

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As part of the 2025 Annual National Food Intervention Programme, the Aliko Dangote Foundation (ADF), has distributed 50,000 bags of rice to poor and vulnerable families in Kebbi and Gombe States, reports ITREALMS.

The intervention which took place in Aliero Local Government Area of Kebbi State on Thursday, witnessed the Commissioner for Special Duties, Alhaji Zayyanu Aliero, saying the gesture was in line with the core values of the Foundation's founder, Alhaji Aliko Dangote.
“This is commendable gesture, especially as it will improve the living conditions of the poor and most vulnerable people in the state.

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Oyo State to partner US on investments, education - ITREALMS

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The Oyo State governor, 'Seyi Makinde, has declared his administration's readiness to partner with the United States of America to explore opportunities in solid minerals development, agribusiness, education and other investment opportunities that will benefit both parties.

The governor stated this on Wednesday, when a delegation from the United States Consul-General, led by the Deputy Chief, Political and Economic Section, Kenise Hill, paid him a courtesy visit at the Governor's Office, Secretariat, Ibadan.

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Nigeria posts $6.83bn balance of payments surplus in 2024 - ITREALMS

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The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has revealed that a Balance of Payments (BOP) surplus of $6.83 billion for the 2024 financial year, reports ITREALMS

This the apex bank said, marks a decisive turnaround from deficits of $3.34 billion in 2023 and $3.32 billion in 2022. Short URLs: goo.gl, mcaf.ee, cli.gs

Book on Nigeria local content by Ezeobi debuts - ITREALMS

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A book on the Nigeria local content and stratrgic communication authored by Dr Obinna Ezeobi has made a debut, reports ITREALMS.

Ezeobi in the book titled the "Nigeria’s Local Content: A Journey of Strategic Communication and Economic Transformation”
provided detailed account of how skillful communication initiatives, stakeholders management strategies and effective collaboration among key players in the oil sector. Short URLs: goo.gl, mcaf.ee, cli.gs

Pioneer chairman, MTN Nigeria, Pascsl Dozie passes away @85 - ITREALMS

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The pionner chairman, MTN Nigeria, and founder of Diamond Bank, Chief Pascal Gabriel Dozie, has passed away at the age of 85 years, reports ITREALMS.

He died on Tuesday, just a day before his 86th birthday, due to age-related illnesses.

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ITU regional forum for Africa, prep meeting open in Kenya

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The three-day Regional Development Forum for Africa Region (RDF-AFR) and Regional Preparatory Maeeting kicked off on Monday 7 April 2025 in Nairobi, Kenya, with African ministers calling for proactive collaboration in development of Information and Communication Technologies, reports ITREALMS.

This would be followed by the Regional Preparatory Meeting for WTDC-25 for Africa (RPM-AFR) from 8 to 9 April.

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National President, Women in Energy, Oil and Gas to Chair The Bullion Lecture - ITREALMS

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World-renowned energy executive, industry thought leader, advocate for women in leadership, and National President of Women in Energy, Oil and Gas (WEOG), Tolulope Longe, is to chair the 2025 edition of The Bullion Lecture. 

The theme of the lecture is “Architecting the Energy Sector for Nigeria’s $1-Trillion Economy Vision”. The lecture is scheduled for 10am on Thursday, April 10, 2025 at The Civic Centre, Victoria Island, Lagos.

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Owu in Diaspora supports Olumide Ogunleye for next Oba of Akinale - ITREALMS

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Owu in Diaspora drum support for Olumide Ogunleye as next traditional ruler of Akinale the Obaship ambition of Prince Olumide Ogunleye to become next traditional ruler of Akinale town of Ewekoro local government area of Ogun State under Owu kingdom of Egbaland has received positive boost, as a group consisting of Owu indigenes in the Diaspora endorsed his candidature.

The group under the aegis of Omo Olowu Oduru in Diaspora gave the endorsement in a communique issued by the coordinator Engr Oluyemi Ogundele from Vienna, Austria. Short URLs: goo.gl, mcaf.ee, cli.gs

Change of Baton: Ojulari Takes over from Kyari, pledges consolidation - ITREALMS

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Finally, theThe new Group Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd), Bayo Ojulari, has officially taken over the reins of the company from his predecessor, Mr. Mele Kyari, reports ITREALMS.

In a brief handover ceremony held at the NNPC Towers on Friday, the GCEO commended Kyari for his contributions to the growth of NNPC Ltd and his sterling service to the nation. Short URLs: goo.gl, mcaf.ee, cli.gs

Fast-Rising Musician, Dripping Louis, Stabbed to Death by Uncle - ITREALMS

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A budding Nigerian musician, Dripping Louis, was stabbed to death by his uncle in Ibadan, Oyo State. The incident occurred on a fateful evening when Louis and his uncle got into an argument over a bottle of Maltina.

Eyewitnesses revealed that the argument started when Louis's uncle, who was reportedly drunk, demanded the bottle of Maltina from Louis. When Louis refused, the uncle became violent and stabbed him multiple times.

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Femi Falana, Citadel and Zinox: An Embarrassing Judicial Persecution by Adewale Odumosu - ITREALMS

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A major test for the Nigerian judiciary was the March 20, 2025 judgment of Justice Akpan Okon Ebong of the FCT High Court, who struck out a case filed by Mr. Femi Falana SAN, purporting to act on a fiat donated to him by the Attorney General and Minister of Justice of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Mr. Lateef Fagbemi SAN, against the Chairman of Zinox Technologies, Mr. Leo Stan Ekeh, and 12 others.

In the certified true copy of the judgment, Justice Ebong ruled as follows: “It is my conclusion based on the foregoing that this charge (No. FCT/HC/CR/985/2024, Federal Republic of Nigeria v Leo Stan Ekeh and 12 ORS) constitutes a gross abuse of court process and is liable to dismissal. I accordingly hereby dismiss it.”

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Gov Makinde receives Oyo State ASPs Cadets - ITREALMS

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The Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde has received in audience the Regular Course 7 ASP contingent from the state, reports ITREALMS.

Also in audience during the visit include the Chief of Staff to Oyo State Governor, Hon Segun Ogunwuyi; Speaker, Oyo State House of Assembly, Hon Debo Ogundoyin; Head of Service, Mrs Olubunmi Oni; Commissioner of Police, Oyo State Command, Johnson Adenola; Special Adviser on Security, CP Fatai Owoseni (rtd) and other Cadets.

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Earthquake @NNPCL: Tinubu dismisses Akinyelure, Kyari as Kida, Ojulari take over - ITREALMS

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Nigerian President, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has made significant changes to the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) by dismissing the board chairman, Pius Akinyelure, and the Group Chief Executive Officer (GCEO), Mele Kyari, effective April 2, 2025, reports ITREALMS.

This move, according to presidency sources, is aimed at enhancing operational efficiency, restoring investor confidence, and driving sectoral reforms. Short URLs: goo.gl, mcaf.ee, cli.gs

Professor Nnaji to deliver The Bullion Lecture'25 - ITREALMS

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Globally renowned energy expert, Professor Barth Nnaji, has been confirmed to deliver the 2025 edition of The Bullion Lecture. The theme of the lecture is “Architecting the Energy Sector for Nigeria’s $1-Trillion Economy Vision”. The lecture is scheduled for 10am on Thursday, April 10, 2025 at The Civic Centre, Victoria Island, Lagos.

Nnaji, a recipient of three national honours: Officer of the Order of the Niger (OON), Commander of the Order of the Niger (CON), and Nigerian National Order of Merit (NNOM), is the Founder/Chief Executive Officer of Geometric Power Limited (the pioneer private power company in Nigeria).

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Makinde visits Alesinloye Market, vows to avert recurrence of fire incident - ITREALMS

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Oyo State governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has declared that his administration will restructure the Alesinloye Market, Ibadan, to avert a recurrence of the fire incident that destroyed goods worth millions of Naira in March, reports ITREALMS.

The governor also said that the state government has provided some sort of palliatives to serve as an immediate cushion for the victims of the fire incident.

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CBN records strongest net reserve position in over 3-yrs - ITREALMS

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The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has reported a substantial improvement in its Net Foreign Exchange Reserve (NFER) position which stood at $23.11 billion, as of the end of 2024, reports ITREALMS.

This, CBN also noted, reflected a substantial improvement in the country’s external liquidity, reduced short-term obligations, and renewed investor confidence. Short URLs: goo.gl, mcaf.ee, cli.gs