Telecom
Phase 3 Telecoms Targets Expansion in 2024
Phase 3 Telecoms has revealed that the company will expand its operations in 2024, applauding employees and institutions that have been instrumental to its success in the past two decades.
Mr. Stanley Jegede, the Chairman of the firm, while speaking at the company’s 20th anniversary/awards celebration held in Abuja, said he was continually humbled by the gift of an incredible team behind the milestone-driven operational graph of the establishments.
Jegede said: “The journey has been one suffused with many inspiring achievements and learning curves.
“Today, as a National Long Distance Operator (NLDO) licensed by the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), we have the immense capability to provide multilayer telecommunication services in Nigeria to all players in the TMT industry, other corporate organisations, institutions, and residences using fibre-optic technology that have made it a foremost carrier’s carrier with more than 400 projects delivered to date.
“Phase 3 remains relentless in its pursuits as it continues to expand the scope of its offerings and capabilities beyond the shores of Nigeria, through invaluable global partnerships, and regional business play-based on its strategic intent to boost accessibility and foster regional integration via its network.
“Thus, launching multiple expansion projects targeted at transforming West Africa’s telecommunications landscape, using innovative technology, as well as the development of secure high-performance network communications and solutions – as leverage to effectively connect people, businesses, and networks within the sub-region, and to the rest of the world.
“If anything, Phase 3’s 20th year and role in Nigeria, and Africa’s telecommunications cum technology space has become even more mission-critical, riding on a future-proof network mindset – one where more than ever before, there is an exponential demand for high-performance, secure and scalable networks like Phase 3 with diverse routes for the efficient and consistent delivery of bandwidth-hungry content, as well as comprehensive next-generation services in the OTT, cloud and cyber security spaces – that assure both meaningful and safe connections for businesses and customers across varied market demographics.”
According to him, “Phase 3 has embarked on a termed expansion project to invest in increasing its aerial and terrestrial fibre network footprint in Nigeria, and in the coming months and years. We will leverage our capabilities as well as innovative fabric to further amplify opportunities in financial, education, healthcare, commerce, agriculture, and other sectors of the economy.
“That the company with recent license acquisitions such as a provisional Mobile Virtual Network Operator (MVNO) has also proven its commitment and will continue to deepen its cross-sector play with exponential investments targeted at enhanced technology infrastructure and multi-layer value chain integration in the industry.”
In addition, Jegede maintained that: “The Phase 3 family have been granted the opportunity to make vital contributions in one of the world’s fastest-growing sectors and that is a lot to be grateful for as well as not to be taken lightly.
“Staying on the beat of megatrends, demographic shifts in the sector that will shape this century, it has become an unwavering endeavour for Phase 3 to maintain values, processes, constant innovation, as well as knowledge growth of its dynamic team to optimise its service solutions and to sustain a global standard service delivery architecture for clients, partners and stakeholders on and beyond the continent.”
Google has launched its Search Live feature globally to over 200 countries, including Nigeria, where AI Mode is available, enabling voice-and-camera conversations in users’ preferred languages.
Powered by the new multilingual Gemini 3.1 Flash Live model, it delivers natural, real-time interactions via the Google app on Android or iOS—tap the Live icon under the Search bar.
Ideal for hands-free help, users can speak queries for audio replies, follow-ups, or web links. Camera integration adds visual context, like troubleshooting a shelving unit, or pairs with Google Lens for real-world chats.
From the app or Lens, Nigerians can now explore, learn, or solve tasks instantly, boosting everyday productivity worldwide.
Clean and reliable power for telecom networks in Ethiopia, Liberia, and Sierra Leone will be expanded following a $45 million investment by the International Finance Corporation (IFC) in IPT PowerTech.
The investment targets countries where limited power supply continues to slow digital connectivity and broader economic participation, the institution stated earlier this week.
To enable this expansion, the IFC is providing a $45 million corporate financing package consisting of an A-loan of $27 million and $18 million in blended finance.
The blended portion is sourced from the Canada-IFC Blended Climate Finance Programme and the IDA20 Private Sector Window Blended Finance Facility.
The initiative marks the IFC’s first direct infrastructure engagement in Liberia in a decade and in Sierra Leone in six years.
It will help scale solar- and battery-based power systems that reduce reliance on diesel and support greener, more resilient telecom networks.
By improving the quality and stability of power to telecom towers, the initiative will strengthen mobile coverage and ensure that households, schools, health centres, and small businesses can depend on consistent digital services, said the IFC.
The funding supports the modernisation, operation, and maintenance of 2 235 telecom sites across the three nations. More than 90% of these are located in off-grid or weak-grid locations.
With new solar and battery systems powering these sites, mobile networks will experience fewer outages and improved service quality.
Optimising the energy mix is estimated to reduce power costs for operators by up to 30% in Liberia, 26% in Sierra Leone, and 52% in Ethiopia.
This transition is also expected to cut emissions by more than 10 624 tonnes of carbon dioxide annually. Furthermore, the partnership will promote gender inclusion by expanding opportunities for women in technical, operational, and leadership roles within the sector, says the IFC.
This agreement reflects a shared vision for a greener telecom industry and empowers the company to scale its innovative energy platforms, according to Nabil Haddad, CEO of IPT PowerTech Group.
Reliable and affordable power for telecom networks is a cornerstone of Africa’s digital transformation, said Nathalie Kouassi-Akon, IFC regional director for West Africa and the Gulf of Guinea.
Through this partnership, the institution is supporting a scalable, private sector-led solution that enables mobile operators to reach underserved and fragile communities more sustainably, added Kouassi-Akon.
The project advances the World Bank Group and African Development Bank’s Mission 300 initiative, which aims to provide electricity to 300 million Africans by 2030.
Expedier has unveiled “Expedier for Business,” an online pro-banking platform to simplify global payments, multi-currency transactions, and financial operations for expanding companies.
Kingsley Madu
The tool centralizes payments, invoicing, payroll, and treasury into one secure dashboard, tackling challenges like fragmented systems and poor visibility that hinder international scaling.
Kingsley Madu, Co-Founder and CEO of Expedier, said: “African businesses are increasingly global… Expedier for Business was built to simplify how companies manage money across borders while maintaining visibility, control, and compliance.”
Key features include customizable dashboards for payments, invoices, and workflows; support for USD, CAD, GBP, EUR, and more; virtual cards; automated payroll/invoicing; currency swaps; and real-time tracking.
Security measures cover two-factor authentication, KYC/KYB verification, and team access controls.
As cross-border trade and remote work boom in Africa, the platform aids firms dealing with international suppliers, teams, and customers. It is now available for organizations scaling globally.
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