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Apple iStore, UBER Offer Free iPhone 6

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Apple iStore Ikeja Mall- the home of everything Apple in Nigeria has formed a strategic partnership with with mobile taxi App Uber, and is giving away the iPhone 6 throughout the month of March.

The synergy tagged “A Match made Heaven”, will allow any customer sign up for Uber by downloading the Uber App on iPhone to receive two 2 Uber rides with ₦2000 credit and finally stand a chance in 1 out of 5 lucky customers to win an iPhone 6.

This initiative is exclusive for iPhone users.

The  iPhone Uber app is already redefining Lagos transportation by providing the most efficient way to request a safe, reliable, convenient and affordable ride within minutes, right on the palm of your hand.

The uniqueness of iOS operating system on an iPhone allows smooth surfing of the Internet and connects faster on preferred networks. It gives maximum performance, security and reliability while on Uber app. This unique mobile is embedded with full web browser that is highly efficient and powerful in accessing latest data, while also connecting Uber cab.

Moreover, with upgraded version on iPhone 6, Uber easily links the user with a private driver at the tap of a button.

It fast tracks driver request any time, using the Uber iPhone app and tracking the arrival of preferred ride with cashless payments and to finalize the process.

The user will receive an authenticity message at the arrival of the driver. Uber, is affordable and more convenient than a local car service as customers experience stress free routed service.

Uber is the mobile App that connects you with a private driver at the tap of a button. Once the request for a driver is made, the exact arrival of the car can be tracked on the clients’ iPhone.

Payment is also cashless and a confirmation text is sent immediately once the driver arrives.

To participate in this special offer, all the customer has to do is to click https://get.uber.com/go/ISTORELAGOS to create account with promo code ISTORELAGOS.

Once the account is created, and the free Uber app downloaded, from the iPhone App Store, the user is all ready to go Request a ride, sit back and relax.

At the given customer destination, if there is an additional cost above the ₦2000 bonus credit per ride, Uber charges user card on file and emails a receipt instantly.

Core Group Africa, the official Value Adding Distributor and dedicated full-service brand custodians for Apple in Nigeria and sub- Saharan Africa encourages Nigerians to buy genuine Apple products through its Apple iStore in Ikeja mall and its other official partner channels.

That way, customers can enjoy product security, total quality assurance, two-year warranty, world class after sales support from well trained personnel, product set up and education, speedy access to accessories and phone hard wares, as well as complete peace of mind.

The Apple iStore is located at Shop L62 at the Ikeja Shopping Mall.

 


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Glo Urges Workers to Reflect on Furthering National Growth on May Day

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Telecommunications services provider, Globacom, has admonished Nigerian workers to reflect on more ways of contributing further to the growth of the country.

In a solidarity message on the occasion of the 2024 International Workers’ Day, the company noted that Nigerian workers were resilient in spite of the challenges they encounter in the course of discharging their duties.

The telecommunications giant further noted that the story of Nigeria cannot be adequately chronicled without acknowledging the immense contributions of workers, both in the public and private sectors.

The day is observed on May 1 yearly in recognition of the contributions of workers all over the world and to advance fairer and more sustainable future by advocating for workers’ rights.

“We salute Nigerian workers on this day and commend them for the hard work, commitment, resourcefulness and industry which are essential for the growth of the economy of any nation,” Globacom said.

 


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CWG Board of Directors Approves 400% Increase in Dividend Payout

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CWG Plc has announced a significant milestone in its commitment to delivering value to shareholders. Following a thorough review of the company’s financial performance and outlook, the Board of Directors has approved a substantial increase of 400per cent in dividend payout to shareholders.

This decision reflects CWG’s confidence in its financial stability, growth trajectory, and ability to generate sustainable returns. By enhancing the dividend payout, CWG aims to reward shareholders for their continued trust and support while reaffirming its commitment to creating long-term value.

Mr. Philip Obioha, Chairman of the Board of Directors at CWG Plc, said, “The decision to approve a 400% increase in dividend payout underscores our confidence in CWG’s performance and outlook. We are dedicated to delivering value to our shareholders and believe that this significant dividend increase is a testament to our commitment to shareholder value creation.”

This increase in dividend payout aligns with CWG’s strategic objectives to prioritize shareholder interests and maintain strong financial discipline. The Board remains committed to prudent financial management and sustainable growth, ensuring that CWG continues to be a reliable investment for shareholders.

As CWG continues to execute its growth strategy and expand its presence in the market, the Board anticipates that the increased dividend payout will further strengthen investor confidence and support CWG’s vision for the future.


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Prof. Aliyu, AI Practitioner to Keynote ABoICT 2024

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CommunicationsWeek Media Limited, a certified global ICT company with over two million online subscribers, is delighted and proud to announce Prof. Yakub Aliyu, as the keynote speaker at Africa’s Beacon of ICT Merit and Leadership Distinguished Lecture series 2024.

 

Aliyu, will be speaking on the theme: Artificial Intelligence (AI): The Good, The Complex and The Anticipated”, this leans heavily on the fact that AI changing our lives– we just need to know where to look today.

This year’s rebranded Africa’s Beacon of ICT Merit and Leadership Distinguished Lecture/Awards Series is slated for Saturday, May 25, 2024 at the Four Points by Sheraton, Lagos.

The event is the most prestigious annual event that brings together captains of industry in both technology and financial worlds.

According to Ken Nwogbo, CEO, Communication Week Media Ltd, organisers of the ABoICT Distinguished Lecture/Awards Series, “the choice of Prof. Yakub Aliyu is deliberate because of his exceptional career in Artificial Intelligence (AI)”.

He added that, AI is considered to have the potential to instigate a fourth industrial revolution,1 and is dramatically changing people’s patterns of interaction and economic activities.

“The traditional factors of production and physical capital and labour may no longer promote substantial economic growth. It is generally believed that AI will be one of the most important factors determining future economic growth,” he said.

A professor of microelectronics and a scholar-practitioner in artificial intelligence and deep machine learning for industrial applications and high-speed application processors. His research interests include Multimodal AI models for high-efficiency industrial robot applications and Human AI interactions.

He also has adjunct academic professorships at five African, USA, and UK universities. Holds a BS in Applied Physics Electronics from Karlsruhe and A Bello Universities in Germany and Nigeria, an MBA in International Business Management from the University of London, an MSEE (Master of Engineering, Electronics), and a Ph.D. in Electronics Engineering from the University of Wales.

Prof. Aliyu is the global quality director for Bourns Inc., Riverside, California, USA, an electronics system, and components manufacturer. I oversee quality functions in 21 factories worldwide.

He has also held quality and operational management leadership positions at National Semiconductors, Bell Labs-Lucent Technology, Texas Instrument, Global Foundries, and Roper Technologies USA.

Authored and coauthored over 30 Advanced Technology United States-issued patents in High-Speed Application Processors and Contributed to over 40 international impact Journals, chapters, and conferences; FASI, SMIEEE USA, MIEE UK, M. Inst pf Physics Chartered Phys and C Eng UK.

Past lecturers included Dr. Ernest Ndukwe, then executive vice chairman, Nigeria Communications Commission (NCC); Engr. Yomi Bolarinwa, former Director-General of National Broadcasting Commission (NBC); Dr. Jean Luc Fort, CEO at OR System France and a specialist in Counterparty Risk; and Professor Chris Nwagboso, Chairman, Knowledge Factory International, United Kingdom.

Others are: Uche Orji, managing director/chief executive officer, Nigeria Sovereign Investment Authority (NSIA); Biodu Omoniyi, Managing Director/CEO, VDT Communications; Ayotunde Coker, Managing Director, Rack Centre Limited; Peter Adedayo Arogundade, managing director and chief executive officer, Sidmach Technologies Nigeria Limited; Dr. Adewale Obadare, chief visionary officer, Digital Encode and John Obaro, CEO and founder of Systemspecs; Prof. Isa Pantanmi, minister of Communications and Digital Economy; Dr. Seyi Akindeind, co-founder, Digital Encode; Dr Krishnan Ranganath, Regional Director, Africa Data Centres.


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