MTN, one of Africa’s leading mobile operators, is forging partnerships with low-Earth orbit (LEO) satellite companies to expand internet connectivity in remote and underserved areas. By incorporating satellite technology, MTN aims to address challenges posed by the absence of traditional infrastructure in rural regions, enabling more people to access reliable, […]
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Mr. Karl Toriola, CEO of MTN Nigeria, delivered a compelling keynote address at the TeXcellence 2024 conference, emphasizing the telecommunications sector’s pivotal role in advancing Nigeria’s digital economy. He outlined MTN’s evolution from a traditional telecom company to a full-fledged technology powerhouse, showcasing the broader transformative potential of the industry. […]
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) commenced a two-day training program on Thursday for select media professionals, aimed at enhancing their understanding of evolving trends and regulatory advancements in telecommunications and Information Communication Technology (ICT). The training, held in Lagos, is part of NCC’s initiative to keep telecom and ICT reporters […]
Bowen University’s Vice Chancellor, Professor Jonathan Oyebamiji Babalola, commended telecommunications giant Globacom for its consistent support in providing digital services to the university over the years. Professor Babalola made these remarks while welcoming the Globacom Enterprise Sales team, led by Mr. Adeniyi Odejobi, during their recent visit to the university’s […]
To mark the upcoming International Anti-Fraud Awareness Week, PalmPay, a prominent financial institution in Nigeria, is launching a series of initiatives aimed at educating the public on fraud prevention and digital security. The highlight of these activities is a community walk titled “United Against Fraud: Building a Safer Future,” scheduled […]
The inaugural draw of Globacom’s Festival of Joy customer reward promo took place on Thursday at the Delta Mall Gloworld in Warri, Delta State. The event drew a lively crowd, including Glo subscribers, media representatives, and Mr. Anwyuli Efejukwu, a representative from the National Lottery Regulatory Commission (NLRC). Globacom revealed […]
Airtel Nigeria welcomed the 2024 Generation Unlimited (GenU) Steering Committee to its Banana Island headquarters in Lagos, where leaders from government, business, and civil society gathered to discuss strategies for empowering Nigerian youth through digital education and job-readiness. This collaboration, in partnership with UNICEF, reflects GenU 9JA’s mission to provide […]
MTN Nigeria, in collaboration with the Nigeria Conservation Foundation (NCF) and the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF), has announced Osarode Stephen Odemwingie as the winner of the 2024 Nigeria PachiPanda Challenge for his innovative biorefinery solution, which transforms fruit, vegetable, and chicken feather waste into nutrient-rich farming supplements. His […]
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) held its 93rd Telecoms Consumer Parliament (TCP) in Abuja on Friday, with the theme “Optimizing Data Experience: Empowering Consumers through Awareness and Transparency in a Consumer-Centric Telecom Industry.” In his opening address, Dr. Aminu Maida, Executive Vice Chairman/CEO of the NCC, emphasized the Commission’s role […]
Dr. Bashir Gwandu, a prominent telecom expert and former Acting Executive Vice Chairman of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), has called for increased collaboration among African nations to secure 600MHz band mobile spectrum allocations. Speaking at the 9th Sub-Sahara Spectrum Management Conference 2024 in Nairobi, Kenya, he emphasized the critical […]