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Archos Brand Makes Triumphant Entry to Nigeria
Archos Soicete Anonymes Plc, a French multi-national electronics company, has launched its brand presence in Nigeria, promising phone lovers new experiences in smartphone, tablet and connected gadgets usage.
Archos was established in 1988 by Henri Crohas and the company’s slogan has been updated from “Think Smaller” to “On The Go” and the current “Entertainment your way”.
It has developed a variety of products, including digital audio players, portable video players (PVP), digital video recorders, a personal digital assistant, netbooks, more recently tablet computers using Google Android and Microsoft Windows (tablet PCs).
Speaking at the Brand’s launch in Nigeria held in Lagos on Friday, Mr. Fredrick Balay, managing director of Archos, said Archos has been successful in different markets is operates like Europe and it is the fastest growing original equipment manufacturer in the world.
Balay said, although, Archos delayed its entrance to Nigeria, but it was strategic as it had wanted to ensure the necessary procedure including right products and services, are packaged to fit the environment.
He said, Archos is in Nigeria to replicate its achievements in Europe as one of the biggest phone brands that takes passion in meeting everybody’s telecoms and device needs.
“Archos is the pioneer in the Android operating system space with the first ever Android Tablets, has now combined its technical know-how with its creativity to provide a complete range of innovative smartphones and Tablets.
“The brand has repeatedly revolutionized the market for consumer electronics since 1988. Archos has a strategic technical close relationships with operating system partner (Google certified), all Archos’ Android smartphone have a complete access to Google Play store and Windows Storetm. Today, Archos offers its own line of Android, Tablets and Smartphones, as well as a full line of OEM devices.
“Archos has also developed a branch of Connected Devices with Smart Home Eco-System. Archos’s Smart home solution is focused around an Android tablet as a centre of the eco-system.
He said that a miniaturized smart home connected objects use Bluetooth Smart Technology to communicate with the tablet, which then sends the relevant information to your mobile device via the dedicated Archos smart home application.
On his part, Ademola Olukotun, country manager, Archos, reiterated that after years of successful consolidation of its presence in Europe, Archos is now launching its brand in several countries in Africa and Middle East and Africa.
Olukotun identified Nigeria as a continuation of the Company’s Africa expansion project and coming into the country has given them an exciting challenge.
He said they are poised and determined to present to Nigeria Archos Tablets, smartphones and connected objects, at affordable prices, yet with world class quality and aesthetics.
The Country Manager, who has worked with Visafone, Airtel, Etisalat and Solo Phones in the past, recognized that Nigeria is adjudged the best economy in Africa which simply means that it is a very viable economy with open ended emerging opportunities especially in the area of telecommunications.
“A mix of qualitative and expanding infrastructure as well as tremendous growth makes Nigeria very appealing and cornerstone to our strategy. Most of all we believe we have the right set of products to carve out a niche in the Nigeria market.
“Archos has come to the Nigerian market, humble and passionate about its produce and we intend to replicate the recipe that have made us successful in Europe, leverage on our years of innovation and expertise on Google platform to launch product offering a good feature sold at an affordable price and with undeniable quality and sense of design.
“We are also a multi-category brand offering disruptive product equations in tablet, phone and connected markets. Archos never believed in one size fits all solutions even if we try to stay as agonistic as possible,” he said.
Olukotun said that Archos arrived the market with a brand offering on phone and tablets covering entry and high-end products, adding that they have entered into partnership with Airtel and Etisalat to give its devices users’ exceptional data usage.
Also, Archos has signed agreement with a known brand and experienced phone repairs to give the users additional after sells experience.
“From a product portfolio standpoint, we intend to listen to the Nigerian market and adapt our offering to feature sets, footprints, colours, and designs requested by Nigerians,” the Country Manager noted.
He said they also intend to develop the brand with local efforts, first, Archos is partnering with Redington, a local distribution company with proven records of success, in launching new customer electronic brands.
“Second, Archos will provide local customer service to guarantee the highest level of quality. Lastly, Archos has hired a local team to manage local duty to day-to-day operations and promote the brand”.
He said that the Company is in the Country to stay and to be part of the system in the development of the economy.
MENXTT TECH NG, a Lagos-based technology company, has launched an initiative to make quality Dell laptops more affordable for Nigerians through flexible payment plans and extended warranty support.
The company said the initiative was aimed at helping students, entrepreneurs, professionals and small businesses acquire reliable computing devices despite rising technology costs.
According to the company, customers can now purchase premium pre-owned Dell Latitude, Dell Precision and Dell Inspiron laptops at competitive prices, with selected models available under staggered payment arrangements.
The laptops, it said, are designed to meet the needs of users ranging from students and office workers to architects, engineers, software developers, graphic designers and video editors.
Speaking on the initiative, the Co-Founder of MENXTT TECH NG, Mr Anthony Emeka Nwosu, said access to quality technology should not be limited by financial constraints.
“A laptop is no longer a luxury; it is an essential tool for education, business and career development.
“Unfortunately, many people are forced to settle for unreliable devices because of the high cost of new laptops.
“At MENXTT TECH NG, we want to bridge that gap by providing durable Dell business laptops at affordable prices, backed by a full one-year warranty and flexible payment plans.
“We want every student, entrepreneur, freelancer and business owner to have access to technology that helps them succeed,” he said.
Nwosu explained that every laptop undergoes comprehensive testing before delivery and comes with a one-year warranty, an original charger, a complimentary laptop bag, Windows 11 operating system and Microsoft Office Suite pre-installed.
He added that the company, an authorised Bitdefender Antivirus reseller in Nigeria, also installs genuine Bitdefender security software on every system to protect customers against cyber threats.
According to him, customers requiring additional productivity tools can also have licensed Foxit PDF software installed on their devices.
Nwosu said the flexible payment option was introduced in response to prevailing economic realities, enabling customers to spread payments over an agreed period.
He noted that the arrangement would make it easier for students, startups and growing businesses to acquire quality computers without placing excessive pressure on their finances.
Beyond laptop sales, the company provides information technology consultancy, computer repairs, software licensing, cybersecurity solutions and digital transformation services to organisations across Nigeria.
He reaffirmed the company’s commitment to supporting Nigeria’s digital economy by making dependable computing devices and enterprise technology solutions more accessible to individuals and businesses.
According to him, the initiative reflects MENXTT TECH NG’s vision of combining affordability, quality products and professional after-sales support to help more Nigerians participate in the country’s expanding digital ecosystem. (NAN)
National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has called for stronger collaboration among government, industry, academia and technology professionals to accelerate digital innovation and drive inclusive economic growth in Nigeria.
Dr. Aristotle Onumo, Director, Stakeholder Management and Partnerships, representing the Director General of NITDA, delivers a goodwill message at the 20th International Conference on Technology and Computing (RISE 2026) in Jos, reaffirming the Agency’s commitment to fostering digital innovation, strategic collaboration, and a technology-driven future for Nigeria.
The agency made the call at the 20th Nigeria Computer Society (NCS) International Conference 2026, held in Jos, Plateau State, where stakeholders examined strategies for leveraging emerging technologies to strengthen national development.
Speaking on behalf of the Director-General of NITDA, Mr Kashifu Inuwa, the agency’s Director of Stakeholders Management and Partnerships, Dr Aristotle Onumo, said Nigeria’s digital transformation would depend on sustained investment in innovation, digital skills, research and strategic partnerships.
According to him, collaboration across the public and private sectors is essential to translate emerging technologies into practical solutions capable of improving governance, creating jobs and enhancing the country’s global competitiveness.
Onumo said NITDA remained committed to implementing its Strategic Roadmap and Action Plan through initiatives that promote digital literacy, research and development, innovation ecosystems, cyber sovereignty and emerging technologies.
He added that the agency was expanding opportunities for innovators, entrepreneurs and startups through platforms designed to encourage collaboration, investment and technology-driven enterprise.
“We are transforming Digital Nigeria into the nation’s foremost innovation platform where policymakers, investors, startups, researchers and technology companies can collaborate to accelerate economic growth and digital transformation,” he said.
He urged innovators, startup founders and technology professionals to participate actively in the forthcoming Builders Summit by showcasing indigenous solutions capable of addressing Nigeria’s development challenges.
Declaring the conference open, the Governor of Plateau State, Mr Caleb Mutfwang, described digital technology as a critical driver of governance and economic development.
Mutfwang said his administration had adopted digital solutions to improve public service delivery, modernise government operations and enhance internally generated revenue.
He also identified technology as a key enabler for agricultural transformation, increased productivity and improved food security, urging participants to ensure that deliberations at the conference translate into practical outcomes for national development.
Earlier, the President of the Nigeria Computer Society (NCS), Prof. Muhammad Sirajo, said the conference was organised to strengthen collaboration among policymakers, researchers, regulators, technology professionals and industry leaders.
Sirajo said the conference, with the theme “Harnessing Digital Innovation and Emerging Technologies for Inclusive Growth and Economic Renaissance (RISE 2026),” focused on exploring how innovation could accelerate Nigeria’s socio-economic development.
He identified artificial intelligence, blockchain, cloud computing, cybersecurity and robotics as among the technologies shaping the future of economies across the world.
According to him, Nigeria’s youthful population and expanding digital ecosystem provide a strong foundation for building a globally competitive economy through sustained investment in digital infrastructure, innovation and skills development.
The conference attracted government officials, regulators, academics, development partners, technology professionals and private-sector stakeholders to deliberate on policies and innovations aimed at accelerating Nigeria’s digital transformation and inclusive economic renaissance.
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Hon. Minister Dr. Kingsley T. Udeh and ASUS To Unveil First of a Kind Flagship Store in West Africa
In a landmark moment for Nigeria’s technology retail sector, the Honourable Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, Dr Kingsley Tochukwu Udeh SAN, will on Monday, August 3rd, commission a landmark ASUS Flagship Store in partnership with Nigeria’s leading e-commerce group Konga. The state-of-the-art facility is widely regarded as the first initiative of its kind in West Africa.
The commissioning will witness the visit of senior executives from the world-renowned technology brand to Nigeria, including EMEA General Manager, Mr. Aaron Tsai, alongside other. One of the purposes of their visit is to reinforce the strategic partnership with Konga and solidify the collaboration between both organisations, further demonstrating ASUS’ commitment to the Nigerian market.
The event is expected to also bring together key stakeholders from government, the technology industry, business community, and the media for what promises to be a defining moment in the evolution of technology retail in the region.
The development comes as Konga continues to accelerate its strategic partnerships with some of the world’s leading technology brands.
For years, Nigerian consumers have demanded more than just access to genuine technology products. They have increasingly sought immersive experiences, expert guidance, after-sales support, and greater confidence when making technology investments. The next chapter in this journey appears to address many of these expectations in a bold and innovative way.
The forthcoming announcement is expected to bring together global innovation in a manner that reflects the changing realities of today’s technology consumer. It also reinforces the growing confidence that leading international technology companies continue to place in Nigeria as one of Africa’s most strategic digital markets.
Industry analysts note that partnerships of this nature are becoming increasingly important as consumers place greater emphasis on authenticity, hands-on product experiences, technical support, and trusted purchase channels. Beyond selling devices, the future of technology retail lies in building complete customer experiences.
As anticipation builds for Monday, one thing is certain: the ASUS-Konga partnership promises to set new standards for tech retail in West Africa, elevating customer experience and reinforcing Nigeria’s digital transformation narrative.
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