Category Archives: Blog

MTN Y’ello Care Empowers Igbede-Ojo Community through Financial Inclusion and Business Grants

As part of its 2025 Y’ello Care campaign, MTN Nigeria on Tuesday, June 17, 2025, conducted a significant community outreach in the Igbede-Ojo area of Lagos, aimed at promoting financial empowerment and advancing digital inclusion. The initiative, themed “Tuesday MoMo Market Storm,” brought together market women and other members of the rural community for a […]

Nigeria Hosts the World as MTN Champions Smart Living at FIABCI 75th Real Estate Congress

L-R Marketing & Strategy: Sponsorship & Promotions Manager, MTN Nigeria, Njide Ken-Odogwu; Senior Manager, Customer Management, FibreX, MTN Nigeria, Gloria Egbele; General Manager, Broadband Sales and Customer Management, MTN Nigeria, Grace Henshaw; Board Member, FIABCI, Adeniyi Tinubu and Senior Manager, Broadband Regional Sales, MTN Nigeria, Musibau Olanrewaju, during the 75th FIABCI World Real Estate Congress held from June 9-13, 2025, at Eko Convention Centre, Lagos, Nigeria.

  A bold new vision for Africa’s urban future was unveiled this week as Nigeria played host to the 75th FIABCI World Real Estate Congress, attracting global heavyweights in real estate, policy, and infrastructure. From June 9 to 13, Lagos became a melting pot of ideas, innovation, and investment, welcoming professionals from over 70 countries […]

MTN Kicks Off National Schools Team Chess Championship With Ecobank to Foster Nigeria’s Future Leaders

Onyinye Ikenna-Emeka, Chief Marketing Officer, MTN Nigeria; Prince Adeyinka Adewole, Vice President, Nigeria Chess Federation and Bukola Ademiluyi, Head, Education, Faith and Social Services, Ecobank Nigeria, during the Press Conference for the Ecobank National Schools’ Team Chess Championships, sponsored by MTN and Ecobank held at the Ecobank Pan-Atlantic Centre, Victoria Island on Friday, June 13, 2025.

  MTN Nigeria is set to host the National Schools Team Chess Championship, Nigeria’s largest inter-school chess competition, scheduled to take place from June 26th to 28th, 2025, at the Ecobank Pan African Center in Victoria Island, Lagos. The championship, organised in partnership with Ecobank and the Nigeria Chess Federation (NCF), aims to promote intellectual […]

Thousands of Students to Compete for a National Chess Championship Title

Thousands of young chess enthusiasts are set to converge in Lagos for the National Schools Team Chess Championship, Nigeria’s largest inter-school chess competition, proudly sponsored by MTN Nigeria. The championship, organised in partnership with Ecobank and the Nigeria Chess Federation (NCF) , will take place from June 26th to 28th, 2025, at the Ecobank Pan […]

The Macallan Debuts Harmony Collection IV In Collaboration with Cirque Du Soleil in Ghana

The Macallan, the renowned single malt Scotch whisky, has unveiled the latest release in its celebrated Harmony Collection at an exclusive event in Accra, Ghana. This marks the first time a Harmony Collection release is launched in Ghana, underscoring The Macallan’s commitment to the country’s vibrant luxury and whisky community.  The exclusive launch event which […]

MTN Nigeria’s Bold Bet on Network Expansion: What ₦202.4 Billion in CAPEX Signals for the Market

In an economic climate where many businesses are scaling back, MTN Nigeria is doubling down—to the tune of ₦202.4 billion in capital expenditure in Q1 2025 alone. The telco giant’s decision to increase its CAPEX by 159% year-on-year is not just a headline-grabbing figure; it’s a statement of intent. As Nigeria’s largest telecoms operator, MTN […]

How MTN Employees Contributed NGN20 Million To Renovate Secondary School

In 2024, MTN Y’ello Care embarked on a 21-day journey of corporate volunteerism, touching lives and transforming communities across Nigeria. With a strong focus on education, this year’s initiative supported projects aimed at improving learning opportunities for underserved students. One of the standout interventions was the renovation and refurbishment of a block of classrooms at […]

How FMN PFI is Driving Sustainable Food Systems in Nigeria

– A Case Study of Soilless Farm By Farmer Samson Ogbole Innovation is the backbone of sustainable food systems, and for four years, the FMN Prize for Innovation (PFI) has been at the forefront of championing groundbreaking ideas in Nigeria’s agricultural sector. Launched by Flour Mills of Nigeria Plc (FMN), the PFI initiative identifies and […]

Africa Business Convos: Here’s What To Expect

  As world leaders gather in New York for the 79th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA79), a significant side event is poised to shine a spotlight on Africa’s economic potential and development opportunities. The “Africa Breakfast Convos,” co-hosted by global communications consultancy Allison and Africa’s leading PR firm BHM, will bring together influential voices from […]