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RedHot Promo: ‘Airtelonaire’ Adesanya Smiles Home with N10m

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(L-r): Joshua Ngada, head, Consumer Protection Council, Lagos Zone; Dipo Jolaosho, general manager, Mass Market Segment; Oluwasegun Adesanya, N10million cash prize winner; Oladokun Oye, regional operations director, Lagos Region, Airtel Nigeria, and Fidelis Ajibogun, zonal coordinator, Nigerian Lottery Regulatory Commission, at the Airtel Red Hot promo  prize presentation that held in Lagos on Wednesday.
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It was a special moment for Oluwasegun Adesanya, a traffic officer in Ajeromi Ifelodun Local Government Area in Lagos, as he and his immediate and extended family members danced to popular inspirational tunes during a prize presentation ceremony to reward the second batch winners in the on-going Airtel RedHot promo.

Adesanya, Civil Servant, was the biggest winner of the week as he danced home with N10 million Naira in the on-going consumer promotion, after picking his cheque at a colourful prize presentation, which held in Ikeja, Lagos, during the week.

The event was attended by officials of the Consumer Protection Council (CPC), National Lottery Regulatory Commission (NLRC), Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) and TCQ & A, leading systems and process audit firm.

An elated Adesanya, who was decked in a similar uniform (read asoebi) as his immediate and extended family members, said: “God has answered my prayers through Airtel Nigeria. I prayed every day for a miracle, and God has answered my prayers through this amazing promo.

“As a matter of fact, I was so happy after receiving the news from Airtel that I had won N10m. I called my wife, children, older brothers and his family, to inform them and I declared a party instantly, asking everyone to make their orders.

“Indeed, this is a special moment for me – it is amazing and a wonderful time for me and I thank Airtel very much.”

Aside Adesanya, other winners were also rewarded during the prize presentation.

Mr. Olawumi Olaosebikan an iron fabricator based in Ogba, Lagos state, emerged winner in the N1m category.

“After learning iron fabrication, I have always wanted to start up my own business but I needed the sum of N500, 000 to do this. Airtel Red Hot Promo has given me the opportunity to be my own boss. This promo has changed my life and that of my family,”an excited Olaosebikan said.

Another N1Million winner, Mrs Chinwe Okpanumee, says Airtel has written her name in gold.

“In this recession, while things are turning down for others, things are turning up for me. For me, I see this N1 Million as N10 million. Airtel Nigeria has superceded my expectations this yuletide season,” she said.

Speaking during the event, Joshua Ngada, Head, Lagos Zone, Consumer Protection Council said, “Airtel Nigeria is an example of a good corporate citizen and this promotion has followed the laid down process set by our organisation. RedHot Promo has proven its credibility through the prize presentation ceremony.”

Airtel will give away N200million in cash prizes in the Red Hot promo while over 360,000 customers will win different prizes in this year’s edition, making it the biggest ever, since the launch of the Red Hot promo four years ago.

Also, eight lucky customers will win the weekly grand prize of N10, 000,000 each while 60 Customers will become instant millionaires, winning N1, 000,000 daily.

600 telecoms consumers will smile to the bank as N100, 000 daily prize winners. Over the 60 day period, 6,000 participants will also emerge as N500 airtime winners, bringing the total number of winners in this year’s Red Hot promo to over 360,000.

To participate and win in the promo, Airtel customers simply need to recharge their lines, buy any voice or data bundle or take  the deal of the day by dialling *340# to enter into the daily draw. The promo is point based and customers earn points based on the value of recharge or bundle they buy.

According to Airtel, multiple recharges earn customers more points, which in turn increase their chances of being selected in the daily draws.

Customers who take the deal of the day by dialling *340# also earn additional points, which increase their chances of winning. Points represent the number of entries a subscriber has in the promo and the more points a customer has accumulated, the higher the chances of winning.

The Airtel Red Hot Promo 4 will run till February 3rd 2017.

  


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Safer Internet Day: Sophos Warns – 42% Attacks Hit Stolen Logins in 2025

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Sophos, a leading provider of innovative cybersecurity solutions, shared practical advice to help internet users safeguard their credentials and maintain continuous protection online.

Safer Internet Day: Sophos Warns – 42% Attacks Hit Stolen Logins in 2025

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According to the upcoming Sophos Active Adversary Report, compromised credentials were the leading cause of attacks (42.06%) in 2025.

This is a strong trend that continues to dominate the scene, with cyber attackers demonstrating ever-increasing ingenuity and relying on new tools to compromise the security and privacy of internet users.

John Shier, Field CISO Threat Intelligence at Sophos, said: “The way attackers are using automation and generative AI to massively increase the speed and volume of their attacks suggests that attacks will become faster and more sophisticated. The best approach to protecting our identities and digital data is to take a proactive stance on defense.”

“Criminals are increasingly targeting people rather than devices, and this trend is expected to continue and even accelerate. Once again, AI is being used as a weapon to create highly detailed phishing lures to entice people to disclose passwords or financial information through well-designed emails, text messages, and WhatsApp messages.”

1. Keep your devices up to date: the most important and simplest measure you can take to protect yourself in the long term.

Cybercriminals are constantly on the lookout for computers that don’t have all the latest security patches, making them easy targets for compromise. This includes computers, laptops, smartphones, tablets, and home Internet/Wi-Fi routers. In most cases, you just need to click “Check for Updates” or “Update Now” and allow the device to restart.

2. Use a password management tool, whether it is built into an operating system or a third-party tool.

Password uniqueness and complexity are then managed automatically, greatly facilitating account isolation and protection.

3. Enhance protection with phishing resistant (MFA).

Many websites offer the option of using an “authentication app,” a smartphone app that displays a unique code for a short period of time, which must be entered after the password, making it much more secure than simply using a password.

Better still, there is a new solution called “passkeys,” which generally uses biometric authentication on your smartphone (face scan, fingerprint) to log in without any password. This is the best choice when available.

John Shier concludes: “Criminals will never stop trying to steal from us, so we must remain vigilant. We know that they are constantly improving and becoming more skilled at deceiving us, so it’s up to us to move forward and improve our protections to stay safe.”

For more information, please visit: https://www.sophos.com


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Webb Fontaine Unveils AI Customs Revolution at WCO Abu Dhabi Summit

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Webb Fontaine has launched Webb Fontaine Zerø, a groundbreaking AI-powered Customs platform, at the 2026 WCO Technology Conference in Abu Dhabi, drawing over 1,500 delegates from 100+ countries.

Webb Fontaine Unveils AI Customs Revolution at WCO Abu Dhabi Summit

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CEO Alioune Ciss unveiled the LLM-based concept during the keynote, calling it a “complete reset” from legacy systems – embedding AI across operations for real-time regulatory adaptation, risk management, and trade facilitation under the theme “Customs Agility in a Complex World.”

CTO Ara Shamirzayan led panels on AI risk analytics, while GM Anicet Houngbo moderated border digitalization talks showcasing emerging market successes.

The firm’s stand hosted Zerø demos, interactive sessions, and a sponsored gala dinner, reinforcing WCO ties via SAFE Framework and PSCG contributions.

Webb Fontaine eyes global partnerships to deploy agile, future-proof Customs tech amid rising trade demands.


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NCC Committed to Regional Digital Integration – Maida

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Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), in line with its commitment to collaboration and regional integration, has reaffirmed its dedication to strengthening partnerships among telecommunications regulators within the West African sub-region.
NCC Committed to Regional Digital Integration – Maida

L-R – Engr. Aliyu Yusuf Aboki , Executive Secretary WATRA; Mrs Nneena Ukoa, Head Public Affairs, Nigerian Communications Commission; Hon. Clarence K. Massaquoi, Chairman Board of Commissioners, Liberia Telecommunications Authority; Kelechi Nwankwo, Director Corporate planning, strategy and Risk Management(NCC); Hon. Ben Fofana, Commissioner with oversight responsibility for Licensing and Regulation (LTA); Usman Mamman Director, Licensing & Authorization (NCC) during a courtesy visit to the Commission’s Headquarters in Abuja on 30th January, 2026.

The Executive Vice Chairman of NCC, Dr. Aminu Maida re-affirmed the commitment when the Commission hosted a high-level delegation from the Liberia Telecommunications Authority (LTA) at the NCC’s Head Office in Abuja at the weekend.
Speaking during the LTA’s visit, Maida, who was represented by the Director of Corporate Planning, Strategy and Risk Management at NCC, Dr. Kelechi Nwankwo, emphasized the Commission’s mandate to continually collaborate with sister regulatory institutions within the sub-region and beyond to drive the expansion of digital economy and improve the living conditions of citizen.
He said, given the NCC’s long-standing commitment to regional cooperation through platforms such as the West Africa Telecommunications Regulators Assembly (WATRA), the Commission believes the region becomes stronger and more prosperous when all countries are interconnected.
The EVC further emphasized that collaboration remains a core driver of the NCC Board and that sustained engagement with regional partners is essential to advancing the interests of telecommunications consumers and various stakeholders.
Maida recalled the Commission’s advocacy for the recognition of Information and Communications Technology (ICT) as critical national infrastructure within the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), noting that Nigeria has already designated ICT as part of its critical national information infrastructure to give it the prominence required for sustainable growth.
He assured the Liberian delegation of the NCC’s readiness to provide support in advancing regional shared initiatives and translating discussions into actionable outcomes within the sub-region.
In his remarks, the Chairman of the Board of Commissioners of the LTA, Hon. Clarence Massaquoi, commended the NCC for making itself available in the spirit of regional coordination and collaboration, describing the engagement as critical to strengthening regulatory responsibilities across the sub-region.
Massaquoi acknowledged that Nigeria remains the largest economy in the region and a central player in Africa’s communications, security, and economic structures, that progress made by Nigeria often has far-reaching impacts across other West African countries.
He explained that since his assumption of office as the Liberian chief telecom regulator, the LTA has prioritized strengthening relationships with regional institutions to support ECOWAS’ vision of integration as effective regional integration cannot be achieved without affordable and reliable communications services, particularly in addressing cross-border roaming challenges.
The LTA Chairman disclosed that Liberia had signed bilateral agreements with The Gambia and Côte d’Ivoire and is at advanced stages of discussion with Ghana and Guinea-Conakry and that the Liberian regulator remained committed to active participation in WATRA.
Massaquoi further sought NCC’s support in regulatory capacity building and the sharing of best practices, particularly as Liberia reviews its licensing regime to reflect emerging technologies and align with regional standards.
The two regulators also underscored the centrality of shared commitment to deepen collaboration, identify priority areas for engagement, and advance initiatives that will promote seamless connectivity, regional integration, and socio-economic development across West Africa.

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