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Abukar, Electrician Wins N30m in Glo “Text 4 Millions” Promo

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Glo “text 4 millions” super promo recently ended in a blaze of glory with Ibrahim Abukar, a 36-year old electrician based in Abuja, winning the N30m grand prize.
Abukar, a native of Katsina State who is married with four children, said that though he had been on the Glo network for the past four years and had been participating in the “text 4 millions” promotion right from the beginning, he was totally surprised to learn that he had been picked as the winner of the top prize.
Overwhelmed with elation, Abukar said words could not express his gratitude to God and Globacom for giving him such a huge amount and the opportunity to be able to change the destiny of his family for good. “I will use part of the money for the education of my children, use some to upgrade my business, send my parents to Saudi Arabia for the Hajj and also use part of it to help the less privileged in the society”, he said.
Alhaji Suleiman Abukar, the father of the winner who escorted his son to the prize presentation at the Welcome Centre in Lagos on Sunday, said he decided to come along so that he could express the gratitude of his family to Globacom for blessing them through the promo. He explained that his son who is both hardworking and responsible will put the money to positive use.
“His life will now be changed. If Globacom can give this boy N30m from nowhere, then nobody should doubt the sincerity of Globacom and the transparency of its promos”, he said.
Speaking at the event, Mr. Mohamed Jameel, group chief operating officer, Globacom, who was represented by Mr. Ken Hall, director of sales, said that the Glo “text 4 millions” promo” created the highest number of millionaires in any promo in Nigeria.
He said the promo which created a total of 133 millionaires also created several multi millionaires including Ibrahim Abukar, the grand prize winner and the monthly prize winners of N10m each, Mr. Izuchukwu Onyimba, a provision seller in Badagry and Rev. Alex Iduh of the Church of God Mission in Benin-City. Twenty eight other winners were also presented with cheques of N2m each at the grand finale while six other remaining N1m winners were also presented with their cheques.
Jameel congratulated the 133 Glo Millionaires who were all called on stage for a group photograph, saying that their presence was proof that the promotion had been credible and transparent.
“Your presence indicates clearly that we have kept faith with our subscribers and kept our promise to make millionaires and even multi-millionaires out of ordinary Nigerians who have been loyal to our network. Let me assure you that Glo will continue to explore opportunities to reward its loyal subscribers without compromising on excellent service delivery and innovation which has become our hallmark”, he said.
The grand finale of the “text 4 Millions” promo presentation was done at a special edition of the Glo Laffta Fest with ace comedian, Gbenga Adeyinka as the anchor. The Glo millionaires celebrated together with over 2,500 other Glo subscribers who were invited for the event. The audience was entertained by comedians such as Gordons, Pikin and Basket Mouth while Faze and Terry G provided thrilling music at the occasion.
Among the personalities at the event were Ms. Maria Svensson, Globacom’s director of Customer Care, Mr. Samson Isa, Head, Value Added Services, Emmanuel Babayaro, a member of Nigeria’s 1993 Under-17 gold medal winning team and Glo ambassadors, Nonso Diobi, Mike Ezuruonye, Chioma Chukwuka, Monalisa Chinda and Ego Ogbaro.

 

 


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QNET Named ‘Direct Selling Company of the Year’ at AfriTECH 4.0 Awards

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QNET, a leading global lifestyle and wellness direct selling company, has been honored with the prestigious “Direct Selling Company of the Year” award at the recent AfriTECH 4.0 Conference and Awards.

This recognition underscores QNET’s significant contributions to financial inclusion and e-commerce in Africa.

The award was presented to QNET by Mr. Chike Onwuegbuchi, Co-Convener of AfriTech & ATAEx Awards. Onwuegbuchi commended QNET for its unwavering commitment to empowering individuals and driving economic growth across the continent.

He highlighted the company’s innovative approach to direct selling, coupled with its focus on financial literacy and digital innovation.

Biram Fall, Regional Manager for QNET Sub-Saharan Africa, expressed his gratitude for the recognition.

He emphasized QNET’s dedication to innovation, entrepreneurship, and digital transformation in Africa.

Fall highlighted the company’s impact on the Nigerian economy, particularly through its advanced technology and robust e-commerce platform.

“QNET’s participation in this event further solidified its position as a key player in the region’s digital transformation journey.

“We are committed to staying in Nigeria, our biggest market in Sub-Saharan Africa, and contributing to the region’s development,” Fall stated.

During his keynote speech, Fall underscored QNET’s commitment to empowering individuals through knowledge and skill development.

He highlighted the FinGreen financial literacy program, which has already trained over 1,350 young people in Nigeria to make informed financial decisions.

Fall also emphasized the potential of direct selling to drive economic growth in Africa. “Our e-commerce-driven direct-selling model provides opportunities for income generation across more than 100 countries, helping individuals pursue their goals while contributing to community growth,” he explained.

Addressing the challenges of limited banking infrastructure and cash dependency in Africa, Fall stressed the importance of financial inclusion for e-commerce growth.

He called for collaboration to accelerate financial inclusion and e-commerce growth in Africa, fostering a financially inclusive future for the continent.


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Martin Ekpeke Honored with Digital Reporting Excellence Award @ATAEx

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Martin Ekpeke, Managing Editor of ITPulse, a leading Nigerian online Information and Communications Technology (ICT) news platform, was awarded the prestigious Digital Reporting Excellence Award at the Africa Tech Alliance Excellence (ATAEx) Awards.

The award, presented by Tech Castle Foundation, recognizes Ekpeke’s exceptional coverage of cyber threats, digital privacy, and the evolving online security landscape.

“We are thrilled to honor Martin Ekpeke with the Digital Reporting Excellence Award.

“His insightful reporting has been instrumental in raising awareness about critical digital issues and empowering individuals and organizations to stay informed and protected,” said Chike Onwuegbuchi from Tech Castle Foundation.

Ekpeke expressed his gratitude for the recognition, stating, “I am deeply honored to receive this award.

“It is a testament to the hard work and dedication of the entire ITPulse team.

“We are committed to delivering high-quality, informative content that empowers our readers to navigate the complex digital world.”

The Africa Tech Alliance Excellence (ATAEx) Awards celebrate individuals, businesses, and institutions driving digital transformation in Africa.

This year’s event brought together tech enthusiasts, regulators, and other key stakeholders in the Nigerian ICT ecosystem.


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NCC Calls on Judiciary to Champion Nigeria’s Digital Transformation

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Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has emphasized the judiciary’s crucial role in Nigeria’s digital transformation. During the Annual Workshop for Judges on Legal Issues in Telecommunications, Executive Vice Chairman Aminu Maida highlighted the judiciary’s reliance on digital tools to enhance justice delivery.

He stressed the need for special protections for telecommunication infrastructure, which faces disruptions from vandalism, theft, and restricted access.

Maida called for judicial support to implement the Presidential Order designating telecommunications infrastructure as Critical National Information Infrastructure.

This order prohibits unauthorized actions against such infrastructure without a lawful court order.

The judiciary’s role in protecting fundamental rights, enforcing digital contracts, and developing digital jurisprudence is vital for Nigeria’s digital transformation.

Chief Justice of Nigeria, Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun, commended the NCC’s efforts to protect consumers from unfair practices and emphasized the judiciary’s commitment to the telecommunications sector.

She highlighted concerns such as cybersecurity risks, consumer data protection, and the need for improved dispute resolution frameworks within the digital economy.

The workshop aims to equip judicial officers with the technical expertise required to address emerging legal challenges in telecommunications.

Nigeria’s digital economy has significant growth potential, with projected revenues of $18.30 billion by 2026, expected to create employment opportunities, reduce poverty, and promote innovation.

The NCC is working with key stakeholders to ensure the seamless implementation of the Presidential Order and to keep Nigeria competitive in the global digital economy.


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