Category Archives: MTN

How MTN’s Return to Profitability is Supporting Nigeria’s Digital Economy

MTN Nigeria has reaffirmed its position as a critical driver of the country’s non-oil economy, posting a service revenue of N5.2 trillion in its 2025 audited financial results. Beyond the impressive top-line growth, the company emphasised that its financial success is deeply intertwined with national development, standing firmly as the country’s largest corporate taxpayer and […]

MTN Group Announces Proposed Acquisition Of IHS Towers

MTN Group announced today that the board of IHS Towers has accepted an offer of  US$8.50 a share in a transaction that would see MTN increasing its shareholding to 100%. The potential transaction is subject to various approvals and the delisting of  IHS from the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE).  Upon the completion of IHS’s […]

MTN Backs Bosun Tijani’s Vision for Africa’s AI Leadership

The Honourable Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Dr. Bosun Tijani, engaged with the top hierarchy of the MTN Group to fast-track the development of a future-ready telecommunications framework for Nigeria. The meeting, which was held in the nation’s capital, explored the intersection of connectivity, emerging technologies, and the long-term sustainability of the ICT […]

MTN Pledges Capital Investment To Support Nigeria’s $1 Trillion Economy Goal

Leading technology company, MTN Nigeria has committed to a significant capital expenditure (CAPEX) program for the 2026 fiscal year, aimed at catalysing the Federal Government’s ambition to build a $1 trillion economy. The pledge was made during a high-level strategic engagement between the leadership of MTN Group and the Honourable Minister of Communications, Innovation and […]

As SMEs Expand Across Nigeria, MTN ICT & Business Skills Training Equips Young Microbusiness Owners

A trainer taking over 6,000 recipients during the MTN ICT & Business Skills Training Programme MTN Foundation has kicked off the year with its five- week Digital Skills Training programme, upskilling 6,000 young Nigerians. The programme which is in its third week commenced on January 5, 2026. The seventh phase of the project is focused […]

G20 Summit: MTN Harps On Harmonised Regulations To Boost African Investment

As global leaders gather for the G20 Summit, stakeholders have identified regulatory reform and infrastructure as the twin engines for Africa’s industrial progress. During the strategic investment dialogue, MTN Group highlighted the necessity of creating environments where businesses can thrive, a stance that aligns with the Federal Government’s comprehensive reform strategy. Sanyade Okoli, Special Adviser […]

ALTON Organizes First Telecomms Industry Compliance Management Forum

Chairman of the Association of Licensed Telecom Operators of Nigeria (ALTON), Gbenga Adebayo  Theme: “Securing the Future: Navigating Compliance and Governance for Improved Quality of Service and Experience in Nigeria’s Digital Landscape.” The Association of Licensed Telecommunications Operators of Nigeria (ALTON) is proud to announce the first-ever Telecoms Industry Compliance Management Forum (CMF), a landmark […]

MTN Foundation Celebrates Academic Excellence at 2025 Scholarship Awards and Alumni Induction Ceremonies in Lagos and Enugu

Reinforcing its long-standing support for academic excellence in Nigeria, the MTN Foundation hosted the 2025 Scholarship Awards and Alumni Induction ceremonies in Lagos and Enugu on Wednesday, October 29, 2025. The Scholarship, an annual programme under the Foundation’s Youth Development portfolio, recognises and rewards high-performing students in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) disciplines, as […]

Radio Star Ilooise Omonhinmin Takes the Mic as Co-Host of Next Afrobeats Star

Broadcaster and on-air personality Ilooise Omonhinmin is stepping into a new role as co-host of MTN Next Afrobeats Star, the reality show on a mission to discover the next generation of African hitmakers. Known for his commanding voice, humor, and versatility, Ilooise has made his mark on radio and television, with stints at MTV Base […]

TV’s New Darling Amiola Aguda To Bring Her Magic to Next Afrobeats Star Stage

TV host and media personality Amiola Aguda is set to light up screens again as one of the co-hosts of MTN Next Afrobeats Star, the new music reality show spotlighting fresh voices shaping Africa’s sound. Known for her charm and relatable on-screen energy, Amiola has built a solid presence in Nigeria’s entertainment space. From The […]