Mobile network operator (MNO) 9mobile, which recently rebranded to T2, recorded its first gain of the year in July as it added 290,601 new subscribers in the month, spurred by its recent infrastructure sharing deal with the largest mobile network operator, MTN Nigeria. This came as the first monthly subscriber gain in nearly a year…
Airtel Nigeria yesterday said its doubled investments will directly accelerate critical network initiatives including nationwide coverage expansion, capacity augmentation through spectrum acquisition, fibre rollout, and satellite partnerships with Starlink and OneWeb. Its Chief Technology Officer, Harmanpreet Dhillon, disclosed these initiatives during national Tv’s Economy Watch programme, where he reaffirmed telco’s commitment to building a more…
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Federal Operations Unit (FOU), Zone ‘A:, Ikeja, has said the memorandum of understanding (MoU) it signed with the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) is working as demonstrated by the hand over of expired drugs to NAFDAC. The Controller of the Unit, Mohammed Shuaibu disclosed this…
T2 has made a significant breakthrough with the launch of its Electronic Know Your Customer (eKYC) Web Application, just weeks after unveiling its bold new identity. This innovative tool is specifically designed for SIM registration officers (SROs), empowering them to verify potential and existing customers and solidify the brand’s commitment to a seamless customer experience…
The Imo State Governor, Senator Hope Uzodimma has thrown his weight behind the dream of Imo-born American basketball player and ESPN host, Chiney Ogwumike. He pledged his support when Ogwumike visited the state to launch her foundation dedicated to empowering the girl-child through sports. On behalf of the Governor, the Deputy Governor, Her Excellency Lady…
Schneider Electric has pushed for sustainable, resilient, hyper-efficient, and digitally connected housing infrastructure to pave the way for people-centric and environmentally responsible buildings. Offer Manager, Digital Building Anglophone Africa, Mark Freeman, gave the advice in Lagos during the launch of a new range of innovative products designed for industrial, commercial and residential use, headlined by…
Schneider Electric, the world’s most sustainable company and a leader in the digital transformation of energy management and automation has announced the immediate availability of the GoPact Moulded Case Circuit Breaker (MCCB) and the GoPact Manual Transfer Switch (MTS) to the West African region. The GoPact MCCB and GoPact MTS form part of Schneider Electric’s…
The increasing adoption of the fifth generation (5G) in Nigeria and other countries on the continent and the Middle East and Africa (MEA) has pushed smartphone market growth to three per cent YoY in Q2 2025. The increment in the smartphone shipment was also driven by channel activities, affordable 5G devices, and improved economic conditions….
Visa and PEMANDU Associates have entered a strategic partnership to support governments in advancing efficiency and better sectoral outcomes for their citizens, while also driving greater financial inclusion and improved access and quality of basic services. The partnership will help governments implement capabilities in digital payments, digital identity, and emerging technology – delivered through innovative…
