Author Archives: Ibilola Ogunnaike

MTN’s Okigbo Celebrates the Life of His Father, Pa Agapitus Mary Chike Okigbo

In a heartfelt tribute to a life marked by integrity, service, and unwavering devotion to family, Tobe Okigbo, Chief Corporate Services & Sustainability Officer of MTN Nigeria, hosted a grand funeral ceremony to honour his late father, Pa Agapitus Mary Chike Okigbo (Ezekwesili). Held in their hometown of Nnobi, Idemili South, Anambra State, the event […]

MTN CEO, Toriola honoured with Osun State Government Merit Award

MTN Nigeria’s CEO, Mr Karl Toriola, was among the distinguished indigenes of Osun State honoured with state merit awards on Monday, commemorating the second anniversary of Governor Ademola Adeleke’s administration. Toriola’s award, presented by the Deputy Governor of Osun State, Hon. Prince Kola Adewusi, was accepted on his behalf by Mr Babalola Oyeleye, Chief Strategy […]

MTN Foundation has become a beacon of positive change” -Sanwo-Olu Says at Anniversary Celebration Dinner

His Excellency, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has praised the MTN Foundation for its unwavering commitment to socio-economic development through Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives over the past 20 years. The Lagos State Governor was represented by Honourable Folasade Ambrose-Medebem, Commissioner for Commerce, Cooperatives    Trade and Investment, at the MTN Foundation’s 20th Anniversary celebration dinner held at […]

MTN Foundation Bags Multiple Awards at 8th Tech Innovation Awards

MTN Foundation has affirmed its leadership in innovation through CSR initiatives, receiving the “Transformational Solutions in Education & Skills Acquisition Award” at the eight edition of the Tech Innovation Awards, which held on November 2, 2024 at Oriental Hotel, Lagos. Executive Director of the MTN Foundation, Odunayo Sanya was recognized as the “Corporate Social Investment […]

MTN Foundation Bags Multiple Awards at 8th Tech Innovation Awards

MTN Foundation has affirmed its leadership in innovation through CSR initiatives, receiving the “Transformational Solutions in Education & Skills Acquisition Award” at the eight edition of the Tech Innovation Awards, which held on November 2, 2024, at Oriental Hotel, Lagos. Executive Director of the MTN Foundation, Odunayo Sanya was recognized as the “Corporate Social Investment […]

Lagos to Host Africa’s Biggest Entertainment Convergence – Entertainment Week Lagos (EWL) 2024

Africa’s premier entertainment event, Entertainment Week Lagos (EWL) 2024, is set to take place from December 10th to 15th, inviting the world to experience the energy and creativity of Africa’s thriving entertainment landscape. With an expected attendance of over 5,000 creatives, innovators, and industry leaders, EWL 2024 will showcase the best of Africa’s talent in […]

MTN Foundation Celebrates 20 Years of Impact in Nigeria …unveils a new logo, vision, and mission statement

The MTN Foundation celebrated its 20th anniversary with a stakeholder conference in Abuja, highlighting two decades of significant contributions to communities across Nigeria. This event provided a platform to reflect on the Foundation’s accomplishments, unveil a new logo, vision, and mission statement, and launch its Y’ello Impact Report, reinforcing its commitment to sustainable development. The […]

MTN Launches Flagship 5G Experience Centre in Abuja …First of its kind in West Africa

Leading telecommunications provider, MTN Nigeria, has officially launched the first 5G Experience Centre in Abuja, on Wednesday, 16th October, marking a significant milestone in the brand’s commitment towards advancing connectivity in Nigeria. The state-of-the-art centre is designed to showcase the capabilities of 5G technology, empowering customers, businesses, and innovators to explore its potential. The launch […]

Stakeholders commend current framework for public-private transitions, and identify actions to further enhance implementation to build on strong foundations

At the 30th Nigerian Economic Summit in Abuja, stakeholders from the public and private sectors convened to assess the current frameworks that manage public-private transitions and discussed mechanisms to build awareness, trust and confidence in the strong regulatory architecture that is in place. Stakeholders also discussed how to build on these strong foundations, and further […]