MTN Nigeria has officially launched the Dabengwa Data Centre, a cutting-edge facility designed to transform enterprise IT infrastructure across West Africa through advanced cloud services and data hosting solutions. This state-of-the-art facility marks a strategic step in MTN’s evolution from a traditional telecom operator into a full-fledged technology partner. The […]
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To mark the 2025 International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking, the MTN Foundation, in collaboration with the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) and the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), hosted a national conference in Abuja as part of its Anti-Substance Abuse Programme (ASAP). The […]
As Nigeria’s telecommunications sector adjusts to the recent designation of telecom infrastructure as Critical National Information Infrastructure (CNII) by the Federal Government, stakeholders are preparing to meet and chart a pragmatic course for securing vital assets. The Nigeria Information Technology Reporters Association (NITRA), in collaboration with the Association […]
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) on Thursday convened a hybrid Stakeholder Engagement Forum to unveil and deliberate on the outcomes of its 2024 Regulatory Impact Assessment (RIA). Held both physically and virtually, the forum brought together industry players, legal experts, consumer advocates, and government representatives to engage with findings […]
The Glo Skillbridge partnership, a flagship initiative of Glo Foundation, has officially taken off with a comprehensive skills training program for personnel of the Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA). This ambitious project aims to empower LAWMA staff, particularly sweepers, with enhanced capabilities for economic diversification. Around 150 selected sweepers are […]
MTN Nigeria has officially launched the “MTN Mega Billion Promo,” a 12-week nationwide campaign aimed at rewarding loyal subscribers and promoting financial inclusion through MoMo Payment Service Bank (MoMo PSB). The bold initiative comes in response to recent adjustments in voice and data tariffs, positioning the promo as both a […]
Leading digital financial services provider, OPay, has announced the inclusion of the University of Calabar (UNICAL) in its flagship ₦1.2 billion scholarship initiative, marking a significant milestone in its 10-year commitment to education and youth empowerment across Nigeria. The move makes UNICAL the eighth beneficiary of the scheme in 2025. […]
Thirteen out of Sixteen commercial banks have repaid ₦171 billion—95% of the ₦180 billion owed to telecom operators. This repayment clears the path for full implementation of End-User Billing (EUB), shifting USSD charges from bank accounts to users’ airtime. The move, confirmed by ALTON Chairman, Engr. Gbenga Adebayo, marks a […]
MTN Nigeria has concluded the 2025 edition of its celebrated employee volunteerism campaign, 21 Days of Y’ello Care, reaffirming its role as a driver of inclusive digital development across Nigeria. With the theme “Connecting at the Roots: Connecting Communities Through the Use of Digital Tools”, this year’s campaign delivered transformational […]
PalmPay and Globacom have reignited excitement among mobile users with the launch of the second edition of their “Recharge and Win Bonanza,” a promotional campaign designed to reward customers who purchase Glo airtime and data through the PalmPay app. The campaign runs from June 19 to August 8, 2025. Throughout […]