MTN-MIP Fellows Begin Study-Trip to University of Witwatersrand, South Africa

After four months of intensive training at the School of Media and Communications (SMC) and Lagos Business School, Pan-Atlantic University (PAU), the MTN Media Innovation Programme (MIP) Fellows have arrived in South Africa for a study trip as part of the 6-month certificate course.  During the trip, they will study at the University of Witwatersrand […]

MTN Has Rolled Out 5G in Nigeria: Here’s What Went Down At The Launch Event.

5G is live in Nigeria! We were at the exhilarating commercial launch of MTN 5G and we had an eye-opening experience! All the guests present were able to experience the beauty and comfort that comes from a technology-led world. At each point, the guests had a chance to experience various use cases that showcased how […]

Stakeholders at PMI Africa Conference Call for Collaboration, Inclusion and Diversity To Boost a Sustainable Future for Africa

Experts and stakeholders in the project management ecosystem have said that diversity, inclusion and collaboration are some of Africa’s leading catalysts for economic growth. This was the highlight of the first day of the 2022 Project Management Institute (PMI) Africa Conference currently being held in Lagos. Connecting ideas, peoples and projects.” The three-day event will […]

MTN Promotes Digital Economy through Spelling Bee Competition …as first round of the competition begins

MTN Nigeria has pledged its commitment to accelerating Africa’s digital economy through various digitalization strategies, including the mPulse Spelling Bee Competition which is open to primary and secondary school students between the ages of 9 -15 years.  The mPulse Spelling Bee Competition is Nigeria’s first digital spelling bee competition, and it has operated a digital […]

5G in Nigeria: Here’s what you should know about MTN’s latest disruption

On August 24th, MTN announced that it had begun its pilot test of 5G in Nigeria, cementing its status as the true telco leader in the country and generating significant buzz among tech enthusiasts. A week into the official announcement, the telco giant already has over 190 active 5G sites across the federation and is […]

MoMo PSB Unveils New Brand Ambassador

Mobile money operator, MoMo Payment Service Bank, has announced popular comedienne, Anita Asuoha, popularly known as ‘Real Warri Pikin’, as its first-ever Brand Ambassador for its brand. The unveiling took place at the MoMo PSB Headquarters in Lagos on August 30, 2022.  This is consistent with its efforts to offer seamless, accessible and affordable financial […]

George Asamani appointed MD, Sub-Saharan Africa, Project Management Institute

Project Management Institute (PMI), the world’s leading association for project professionals, announced today that George Asamani has been appointed as the Managing Director for Sub-Saharan Africa. Asamani takes over from Ashwini Bakshi, who leaves the company having steered the region during the pandemic. Asamani, previously the Business Development Lead for Africa is highly accomplished with […]

MTN Kicks Off 5G Pilot in Nigeria…prepares for commercial launch in seven cities 

MTN Nigeria Communications Plc kicked off an open 5G pilot in the lead-up to its highly anticipated commercial launch.  The Company, which intends to launch 5G services in Lagos, Abuja, Port Harcourt, Ibadan, Kano, Owerri, and Maiduguri, is testing the next-generation network infrastructure. Customers with certain enabled devices will be allowed to connect with and […]

MTN and Ultima Studios to Debut Award-Winning Game Show – ‘Family Feud’ on Nigerian Screens …announces Bisola Aiyeola as host

The globally acclaimed game show, ‘Family Feud’ is set to grace screens across the nation from October 7, 2022 courtesy of leading technology company and headline sponsor, MTN Nigeria in partnership with Nigeria’s foremost production company, Ultima Studios. MTN’s support for the show was announced at an event on Wednesday at the company’s Ikoyi head […]

Project Management Institute Names Pierre Le Manh as New President & Chief Executive Officer

Project Management Institute (PMI) today announced that its Board of Directors has named Pierre Le Manh as President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Starting September 1, Pierre Le Manh, a veteran CEO of professional services and knowledge industries, will lead PMI’s fast-growing global organization and oversee the continued execution of PMI’s Impact Strategy. In his […]