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Celebrations as Mohammed Rufai, New MTN Congo Brazzaville CEO is Send-forth by MTN Nigeria
MTN executives, partners, staff and other stakeholders recently gathered at The Bells Event Centre for a celebration in honour of the outgoing Chief Technical Officer of MTN Nigeria, Mohammed Rufai, who is set to take up the role of Chief Executive Officer at MTN Congo Brazzaville.
The event was filled with emotions as colleagues, staff and friends shared their experiences working with Rufai and lauded him for his contributions to MTN over the years.
Mohammed Rufai’s journey at MTN started in February 2004 as the Regional Project Manager in Kano state, Nigeria. In 2005, he moved to the MTN head office in Lagos, where he served as a Radio High-Level Support Manager and was subsequently appointed Senior Manager, Network Services.
Being an asset to the company, Rufai rose through the ranks at MTN, becoming a General Manager in 2014. In 2015, he was appointed to lead MTN’s technical operations in Ghana as the Chief Technical Officer.
Prior to being appointed Chief Technical Officer of MTN Nigeria, he served as the General Manager, Technology of MTN Southeast Africa and Ghana.
Speaking at the event, Chief Executive Officer, MTN Nigeria, Karl Toriola expressed his happiness on Rufai’s appointment as CEO of MTN Congo Brazzaville. He lauded Rufai for his career growth at MTN and his dedication to work. “I am very proud of Mohammed’s appointment as CEO of MTN Congo Brazzaville. I met him in November 2006. At the time, he was Manager, Radio High Level Support and within the span of two years, he became the General Manager in network operations. His talent, discipline and work ethic were outstanding.”
Rufai’s tenure at MTN Nigeria has been distinguished by consistent excellence, a strong commitment to people development, and a strategic approach that drives the company’s vision. Affectionately known as “Alhaji 5G”, his team spearheaded the successful execution and implementation of the MTN 5G launch in 2022, a testament to his leadership and innovative spirit.
Chief Financial Officer, MTN Nigeria, Modupe Kadri attested to Rufai’s commitment to work and excellence, referring to the outgoing CTO as “fantastic, diligent and meticulous”.
Rufai’s personal staff were not left out of the celebration, as his chauffeur was also present to shower encomium on his boss, appreciating him for not just being his employer but also a father.
In a heartwarming farewell speech, Rufai reminisced on his journey at MTN which began 22 years ago, and how much the leading ICT company has grown since then. “When I first arrived in Kano, there were only six institutions, and we were operating from a garage with a security team. Twenty-two years down the line, MTN is the largest network in Africa.”
The newly appointed CEO expressed his gratitude to MTNers across all departments who worked collectively towards the success of the telco. He also appreciated MTN Nigeria CEO, Karl Toriola for his mentorship, as well as other MTN executives and partners.
Rufai concluded on an emotional note, affirming the experience he had working at MTN Nigeria. “Working at MTN Nigeria was an absolute delight. It is truly a great place to work. I am excited about this opportunity, but I will miss MTN Nigeria and miss you all”.
As Mohammed Rufai set out on the next phase of his illustrious career, colleagues and partners applauded his excellence and wished him success in his new role.
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.
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.
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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