The Nigerian stock market has recently been affected by the global stock market turmoil that began last Friday and has now reached the Nigerian Exchange (NGX). Midday trading on the NGX showed a 0.27% decline in the All-Share Index, with telecommunications giant MTN Nigeria experiencing a significant drop. MTN’s shares […]
Telecomms
9mobile, Nigeria’s fourth-largest telecommunications company, has issued an apology to its customers following significant service disruptions across various parts of the country. The disruptions, caused by multiple fibre cuts and damage to network infrastructure, left many users unable to connect and communicate effectively. In a statement, 9mobile acknowledged the inconvenience […]
The Minister of Digital Economy, Bosun Tijani, has firmly denied allegations that the government instructed telecom companies to interfere with network services amidst the ongoing nationwide protests. Users of major networks such as MTN and Airtel have reported experiencing unusually slow internet speeds, leading to widespread speculation that the government […]
The Nigeria Information Technology Reporters Association (NITRA) is gearing up for its fourth edition of the ICT Growth Conference, scheduled to take place at the Citiheight Hotel, Ikeja Lagos on August 8, 2024. This year’s conference, themed “Impact of AI On National Development: Prospects, Policies, and Challenges in Nigeria,” aims […]
Nigerian telecommunication companies have provided detailed guidelines to help subscribers unblock their SIM cards following recent disconnections due to the ongoing National Identification Number (NIN)-SIM harmonization exercise. This initiative, aimed at enhancing the integrity of the national SIM registration database, has left many users facing temporary service disruptions. To assist […]
Globacom has partnered with AXA Mansard Health Insurance to introduce an innovative micro-health insurance plan. This affordable solution leverages Globacom’s extensive mobile network, ensuring easy access to healthcare services for subscribers across Nigeria. The new health insurance plan, accessible via SMS, USSD, and the web, connects subscribers with medical practitioners […]
Telecom operators have faced significant backlash from angry citizens barely 48 hours before a planned nationwide protest against hardship in Nigeria. Major providers including MTN Nigeria, Airtel, Glo, and 9Mobile complied with a deadline set by the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) to bar numbers not properly linked with the National […]
Globacom has rolled out special data roaming packs tailored for Nigerian travelers as the Summer Olympics begins in Paris, France. These packs enable Glo subscribers to effortlessly capture and share memorable moments from the international sporting event with friends and family back home. Globacom’s data roaming options provide excellent value, […]
Glo 1, the international submarine cable solely owned by Globacom, Nigeria’s leading digital solutions provider, has celebrated eight years of continuous service. Since its launch in 2016, the facility has maintained uninterrupted connectivity, ensuring seamless internet access for both corporate and individual clients. Remarkably, during the widespread internet disruptions caused […]
Leading telecommunications company, Globacom, has introduced an exciting new lottery service called Glo Flex Win, offering customers the chance to win cash prizes while testing their knowledge. In a press statement, Globacom announced that Glo Flex Win will present subscribers with trivia questions spanning a wide array of topics, from […]