MTN Nigeria has announced the appointment of Egerton Idehen as its new Chief Broadband Officer (CBBO), a strategic move aimed at strengthening its broadband footprint across the country and delivering next-level connectivity to millions of Nigerians. With over two decades of experience at MTN, Idehen brings a wealth of operational […]
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The MTN Foundation has launched a new digital learning platform known as the Skills Academy in a major push to prepare Nigerians for a tech-driven future. This initiative, aimed at bridging the nation’s digital divide, was unveiled in Abuja at a gathering of policymakers, educators, and industry experts. With millions […]
As Nigeria’s digital transformation accelerates, Muhammed Rudman, CEO of the Internet Exchange Point of Nigeria (IXPN), emphasized that the country’s evolving tech ecosystem is no longer just about consumption, but creation. “We’re no longer just consumers of technology; we’re building our own future,” Rudman said, reflecting on Nigeria’s growing role […]
Telecommunications giant, Globacom, has extended warm Easter greetings to Christians across Nigeria, encouraging them to reflect the noble virtues of Jesus Christ in their daily lives as they mark the 2025 Easter celebration. In a goodwill message, the company praised the perseverance of Christians during the 40-day Lenten season and […]
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has come under fire after reports emerged that it quietly hired 17 new staff members—11 of whom are from northern Nigeria—without any public announcement or transparent recruitment process. Sources within the commission told SaharaReporters that the recruitment took place behind closed doors, raising concerns about […]
MTN Group, Africa’s largest telecom provider, has joined forces with tech giant Meta to improve the performance of real-time voice and video calls on applications like WhatsApp. This strategic collaboration is set to enhance user experience across 12 African markets, starting with Nigeria. The partnership is focused on making both […]
The Lagos chapter of MTN Champs Season 3 came to an exciting close on Saturday, April 12, after four intense days of track and field action hosted at Yaba College of Technology (Yabatech) and the University of Lagos (UNILAG). From sprints to jumps, young athletes put on a show of […]
MTN Nigeria staff, under the company’s Y’ello Care initiative, have successfully renovated a school block at Iwerekun Community Senior High School in Lakowe, Lagos, significantly improving the learning environment for both students and teachers. The initiative, which forms part of MTN’s annual corporate social responsibility campaign, focuses on enhancing education, […]
MTN Nigeria and MTN Group have announced the passing of Dr. Pascal Gabriel Dozie, the founding Chairman of MTN Nigeria and one of Nigeria’s most respected business leaders. The company expressed deep sorrow over the loss, describing him as a visionary whose contributions were instrumental to the growth of Nigeria’s […]
The Executive Vice Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), Dr. Aminu Maida, has stressed the need for a fair and practical approach to managing unclaimed recharges on inactive prepaid lines. Dr. Maida made this known during a high-level stakeholder engagement forum held in Abuja on […]