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Nigeria Innovation Summit 2022 Backed by Omnibiz, Nexford University, Microsoft, NCC, NITDA, Union Bank, others

The Nigeria Innovation Summit (NIS) 2022, the hybrid edition, scheduled for Tuesday, October 4 to Saturday, October 8 2022, has received the support of critical industry stakeholders.

Nigeria Innovation Summit in its 7th year is an annual event that brings together stakeholders from different sectors of Nigeria’s economy, governments, investors, policymakers, and players in the tech and innovation ecosystem to discuss ground-breaking ideas, trends and opportunities to innovate solutions that solve unique challenges within Nigeria, and the African continent at large.
Through previous editions in the past seven years, the Nigeria Innovation Summit (NIS) has attracted over 7,000 delegates, 140 speakers and panellists, 60 institutions and research centres, 950 companies and organisations, 50 tertiary institutions and research centres, 25 government ministries and agencies, delegates from 30 states of the federation, over 100 sponsors and partners, 30 countries in attendance, above 70 innovation awards recipients, and numerous media coverage and mentions.
According to the organisers, participating partner organizations include Microsoft, the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC); National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA); Union Bank, Omnibiz, Nexford University, AFEX, IdentityPass, PwC and others.
Prof. Umar Garba Danbatta, Executive Vice Chairman/CEO of Nigeria Communications Commission (NCC), and Mallam Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi, DG, National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) are billed to deliver keynote addresses.
Participants should expect presentations from the actor and content creator, Debo Adedayo, popularly known as Mr. Macaroni; Deepankar Rustagi, Founder, OmniBiz Africa; Ayodeji Balogun, CEO of AFEX; Ruth Iselema, Founder & CEO of Bitmama Inc.; Kenneth Okolie, CEO of SYNLAB Nigeria; Chibuike Goodnews, CEO of Dochase Adx; Favour Chisimdi, Founder of Empress Linguistics Services.
Other key speakers are Greene Apaokagi Maryam (Taaooma), a comedian & content creator; Lanre Ogungbe, CEO IdentityPass; Folake Owodunni, CEO & Co-Founder, Emergency Response Africa; Remi Dada, CEO of Spacefinish; Abimbola Adebakin, Founder/CEO, Advantage Health Africa; Mark Slade, Co-Founder of LCNL & Jara Beach Resort; Frances Aborigho, Founder of Sh’Emerge; Uzor Ugoala, an award-winning creative artist and photographer; Oluchi Enebeli, a Blockchain engineer; Akoh Ochai, Head of Channels, Digital and Innovation at Union Bank Nigeria; Peter Oluka, Founder of Techeconomy.ng, Wole Ayodele, CEO of Fincra, and others.
Speaking on the event, Ms. Grace Akinosun, Partner & Events Director at Nigeria Innovation Summit said “The Nigeria Innovation Week 2022 brings a different tone compared to previous years. The Awards and gala night for instance will be unique and memorable. We are going to recognize companies, organizations, institutions, and individuals that have embraced innovation to move Nigeria forward through their works. And for the first time, we would recognize individuals who are showcasing creative and innovative works in technology, art and entertainment.’
In his comment, Mr. Tony Ajah, Programme Director of NIS, said “This year’s Summit is going to be unique. Besides being a week-long programme with the introduction of Nigeria Innovations Experience Talks (NiX Talks) featuring innovators in different fields and subsets of Nigeria’s economy who would showcase their innovations, there’s the novel Innovation Tour to highly innovative organizations and experience centers to deepen the conversation and relationship with those bringing true innovation and disruption into the Nigerian innovation ecosystem. We would also have expert insights on emerging technologies, and new technologies unveiling”.
Participation is Free; however, you are expected to register https://innovationsummit.ng/registration/. This year’s event will see 2,000+ delegates participating offline and online across the world. The grand event takes place on Saturday, October 8th at Oriental Hotel Lagos.
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Glo Unveils Immersive Gaming Experience, Travel Saga

With the introduction of Travel Saga, a premium, fast-paced gaming experience that is currently live and accessible to customers on its network, Globacom has lifted the bar for mobile entertainment in the country.

Travel Saga is a story-driven, intricately connected role-playing game designed to provide the thrill, complexity, and competitive intensity of some of the most well-known action games in the world.
The game, which has been painstakingly optimized for mobile devices, redefines mobile gaming as a full-fledged digital battlefield by translating a console-grade experience onto data-enabled handsets.
Fundamentally, Travel Saga takes users on quick virtual journeys against recognizable international landscapes. In a dynamic, ever-evolving gaming environment, players are thrown into furious missions, fierce fights, and ever-expanding tales where talent, strategy, and endurance determine who rises through the ranks to become a true war hero.
In addition to the excitement of fighting, users are encouraged to go to various locations, take part in thrilling challenges, and participate in intense competition for in-app rewards like points and victory badges. With each encounter and accomplishment, the immersion increases with each level, maintaining momentum and excitement.
Flexible subscription plans with one-time or auto-renewal choices are available to subscribers for the service, which costs ₦100 per day and ₦250 per week. By dialing *70021#, customers can quickly subscribe and gain instant access to the action.
With Travel Saga, Glo reaffirms its dedication to innovation and high-end digital experiences, making top-notch gaming easily accessible to its customers. The game offers uninterrupted action, adventure, and competition, all smoothly supported by the Glo network.
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SHELT Named in Prestigious 2025 MSSP 250 List for Cybersecurity Excellence

SHELT, a leading cybersecurity-as-a-service provider, has earned inclusion in the 2025 MSSP 250, the annual ranking of the world’s top 250 Managed Security Service Providers (MSSPs) by MSSP Alert, a CyberRisk Alliance publication.

SHELT
The list evaluates firms on business performance, service breadth, and industry impact, spotlighting those excelling in growth, operational excellence, and advanced managed security amid rising cyber threats. Selection criteria include annual recurring revenue, profitability, workforce expansion, business growth, and the depth of managed security offerings.
SHELT’s recognition underscores its investments in scalable security operations, threat intelligence, and tailored managed services across multiple regions, enabling clients to navigate complex risk landscapes effectively.
“Being recognised in the MSSP 250 is a meaningful milestone for our team,” stated Youssef Abillama, CEO of SHELT. “It validates our focus on building practical, resilient security services that help organisations manage risk and respond effectively to today’s evolving cyber threats.”
The company hailed the honour as testament to its teams’ dedication and expertise worldwide, reaffirming commitment to enhancing capabilities and delivering trusted cybersecurity solutions.
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Meta Names Ex-Trump Adviser Dina Powell McCormick as President

Meta Platforms, owner of Facebook, has appointed Dina Powell McCormick, a former adviser to President Donald Trump, as its new president and vice chairman, bolstering its leadership amid aggressive AI and infrastructure expansion.

Dina Powell McCormick
The announcement, made on Monday, positions Powell McCormick – who recently stepped down from Meta’s board after eight months – to guide overall strategy, including multi-billion-dollar investments in data centres and global partnerships.
A Goldman Sachs veteran with 16 years in senior roles and prior stints as deputy national security adviser under Trump and in the Bush administration, she brings deep finance and international ties to the role.
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg hailed her as “uniquely qualified” for the company’s next growth phase, while President Trump praised the move on Truth Social as a “fantastic choice”.
The hire signals Meta’s efforts to strengthen White House relations, following recent dinners with Trump and U.S. investment pledges worth hundreds of billions
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