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Computer Warehouse Moving to Greater Heights
When in September 1992 the Computer Warehouse Group (CWL) started operations as a provider of Information Technology many people did not give them a chance as they saw the exercise as another ill-fated Nigerian dream. Undeterred, the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Austin Okere had a vision. He would later go on to prove critics wrong that the country was incapable of producing world class beaters in the ICT.
Setting out with only four staff the operation has not only being around for the past 15 years but has recorded tremendous growth in all spheres of business development. The success has acted as catalyst and motivation for the opening of a support centre in Ghana as a first phase of its West African sub-regional strategy. In addition to that, it has the following subsidiaries: GWL Systems Limited, DCC Networks Limited and ExpertEdge Software Limited.
Sales Strategy
It has hinged its sales strategy on customer referrals given that many satisfied customers proclaim their success which has become their most valuable asset to potential customers. The bond from this relationship has transformed it from being a provider of ICT to that of a trusted advisor to its customers. Such level of trust is informed by the fact that the organization has always maintained consistent and impeccable track record in its niche operations.
The happy clients are many and they include MTN Communications Limited, First Bank of Nigeria Plc, Unilever Nigeria Plc whose seamless infrastructure attest to the hard work of Computer Warehouse Group.
Strategic Alliances
I n furtherance of its objectives to provide efficient information technology systems to clients, the Group is into alliance with major IT companies of the world. The strategy is intended not only to provide it with best-in-class solutions but more so provide CWG with best practices in technology and services in order to deliver the solutions right the first time and all the time.
Against this backdrop remains the idea behind the creation of three different companies so as to foster core competencies among the companies in their niche segments. For example, CWL Systems Limited specializes in the supply and integration of computer hardware, e-payment systems and ancillary equipment. DCC Networks Limited, the company’s communications subsidiary, specializes in VSAT, Metropolitan and Wide Area Networks (WAN), Local Area Networks (LAN), Systems integration and deployment, systems analysis and e-payment systems design and implementation.
Successes
CWL has deployed key infrastructure solutions covering enterprise and data centre servers, desktop computers and notebooks as well as Automated Teller Machines (ATM) to customers across industries, including the largest and most advanced Sun Microsystems installation in sub-Saharan Africa. It has key customers in the Government, Banking, Oil Gas, Manufacturing, Telecommunications and Education.
Between 1998 and 1999 the company set out to sell and install new banking application to banks. According to James Agada, Managing Director of ExpertEdge Software Limited pessimists queried the move on grounds that it was impossible given that every bank then had its own software that was incompatible with others. Matters were made worse because there were 89 banks in the country and moreover Computer Warehouse was the underdog in the market. Today, 50% of the consolidated banks in the country run on the company’s Finacle software applications.
Human Resources
As has been the company’s standard, quality manpower remains the bedrock of its success. When it started, only 4 persons were on its staff. Currently, it has more than 350 employees with about 85% being IT professionals holding the industry’s top rated certifications. This pool of motivated workforce has seen the company become “one of the most entrepreneurial businesses in Nigeria”. In fact, the Columbia Business School in 2008 observed that Computer Warehouse Group “has thrived in difficult circumstances because of an entrepreneurial culture that embodies the work ethic, personal responsibility and integrity of its founder”.
Achievements
Computer Warehouse Limited has a formidable presence in the market and this is reflected in several awards and high levels of partnerships and certification attained with major global computer companies. Today, it is the only Dell Authorised Service Provider (DASP) in West Africa. More over it is a Microsoft Gold Partner, an HP Value Partner, Authorised Channel Solution Partner and Global Warranty Provider for Sun Microsystems, IBM Value Partner and Netapp Platinum Partner.
Awards Won
Recently, the organization received the prestigious African Information Society Merit Award (AISMA) as the leading ICT Company of the decade. Presenting the award to the CEO, Austin Okere the society noted that “the company appears set to lead the revolution of the ICT industry in Nigeria and the rest of Africa”. Before then, it won the Gold Award for Excellence from Sun Microsystems (2003), Best Marketing partner for 2003 from Sun Microsystems, Top Achiever and most successful Partner of the 2004 Fiscal year from Sun Microsystems, Wincor-Nixdorf award for best new partner (2007), dell enterprise partner of the year 2008 and Netapp award for EMEA Best Partner for 2008.
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Yahoo Mail Halts Free Storage Service, Caps at 20GB

Yahoo Mail has announced a major shift in its storage policy, slashing the free email storage cap to 20GB and rolling out a new subscription model starting at $1.99 per month for 100GB.
The change, which takes effect immediately, marks a significant downgrade for many long-time users who have grown accustomed to Yahoo’s previously generous storage offering.
In a notice sent to users on Tuesday, the company urged account holders to review their current storage usage and consider paid upgrade options to avoid disruptions.
“Once you reach the 20GB limit, you will no longer be able to send or receive emails unless you either delete existing messages or upgrade your account,” the notice warned.
While access to inboxes will remain intact for now, users will be forced to clean up their accounts or move to a paid tier to maintain full functionality.
Yahoo has unveiled two new storage plans which are 100GB for $1.99/month and 1TB for $9.99/month.
For those seeking a more premium experience, Yahoo is also offering Yahoo Mail Plus, which includes 200GB of storage, an ad-free interface, and additional features. However, users opting for the 100GB and 1TB tiers will still be served ads, a move likely to frustrate those paying for expanded capacity.
To ease the transition, Yahoo is rolling out new tools to help users manage their inboxes more efficiently. These include real-time storage tracking, a usage dashboard, sorting options for large emails, and an attachment manager to help clear out space-consuming files.
Despite the enhancements, the abrupt downgrade has sparked concerns among users, particularly those with email archives spanning more than a decade. Critics argue the change could pressure many into paying for what was previously free, without a proportionate upgrade in value, especially considering ads remain in place for all but the premium Plus tier.
Yahoo’s new model brings it closer to competitors like Gmail, which offers 15GB of free storage shared across Gmail, Google Drive, and Google Photos. Google’s paid plans also begin at $1.99/month for 100GB, but offer additional benefits such as photo backups and expanded cloud services. Gmail also provides a cleaner experience, with minimal ads even on its free plan.
Yahoo Mail’s new 20GB limit applies exclusively to email storage, a slight advantage for users who don’t rely heavily on broader cloud services. But the real test will be how users respond to the newly imposed constraints and whether the value proposition is strong enough to convert them into paying subscribers.
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CAC to Delist 100,000 Dormant Firms After 90-Day Compliance Window

Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) in Nigeria has announced a significant move to strike off approximately 100,000 dormant companies from its register due to their failure to file annual returns for over a decade.
This initiative, aimed at cleaning up the nation’s business registry, was confirmed in a statement released by the CAC on Tuesday, 29 July 2025. The commission has granted these companies a 90-day grace period to submit all outstanding annual returns or face permanent removal from the database.
The CAC’s action is grounded in Section 692 (3) (4) of the Companies and Allied Matters Act (CAMA) No. 3 of 2020, which empowers the commission to delist defunct or inactive companies.
The statement, published on the CAC’s official website, urges affected companies to file their overdue returns and notify the commission via email at activation@cac.gov.ng to avoid being struck off.
The commission has also made it clear that it is illegal to conduct business under the name of a delisted company, as such entities are considered dissolved.
Registrar General Garba Abubakar previously noted that nearly 90% of registered companies in Nigeria are dormant, highlighting the scale of non-compliance. This crackdown is part of a broader effort to enhance transparency and ensure a robust business environment in Nigeria.
The CAC has advised stakeholders to verify the status of companies before engaging in transactions, warning that dealing with a dissolved company could lead to legal repercussions. Only a Federal High Court order can reinstate a delisted company, underscoring the gravity of the process.
The list of affected companies, numbering around 100,000, has been published on the CAC’s website, allowing businesses to check their status. Companies that have already filed complete annual returns but find themselves listed have been instructed to provide evidence of compliance by emailing compliance@cac.gov.ng within the 90-day window.
This initiative follows earlier warnings from the CAC, including a December 2024 announcement to delist 91,843 companies and a subsequent removal of 80,429 companies in November 2024, which included notable names like Innoson “Vinod” International Limited and Jolly Food Industries Ltd.
The 90-day grace period, starting from 29 July 2025, offers a final opportunity for these companies to regularise their status.
The CAC’s decisive action signals a commitment to fostering accountability and compliance within Nigeria’s corporate landscape, raising important questions about the operational challenges facing thousands of registered businesses.
As the deadline approaches, the commission’s efforts are expected to reshape the country’s business ecosystem, ensuring only active and compliant entities remain on the register.
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InfraCredit, AMDA Sign Partnership to Unlock Local Financing for Africa’s Mini-grid Sector

InfraCredit, a specialised infrastructure credit guarantee institution, has entered into a strategic partnership with the Africa Minigrid Developers Association (AMDA) to boost access to long-term local currency financing for mini-grid and distributed renewable energy (DRE) projects across Africa.
The agreement aims to strengthen market development and address long-standing financing barriers in the mini-grid sector, especially in Nigeria and other underserved African markets.
The collaboration is aligned with InfraCredit’s Clean Energy Funding Programme (CEFP), which offers credit enhancement, due diligence support, and technical assistance to renewable energy developers.
“With an estimated 86 million Nigerians, alongside hundreds of millions across Africa—still living without electricity, bridging this energy access gap demands a pipeline of investment-ready, well-prepared projects that can unlock scalable capital and accelerate financial close,” said Chinua Azubike, CEO of InfraCredit.
“This partnership creates a practical pathway to scale the impact of our Clean Energy Funding Programme by equipping more developers to structure commercially viable mini-grid and DRE projects that qualify for long-term local currency finance,” Azubike added.
Through the agreement, both InfraCredit and AMDA will work together to facilitate technical assistance, share toolkits, and deploy credit modelling frameworks, including InfraCredit’s Distributed Renewable Energy Lending Toolkit (DRELT) and DRE Credit Rating Model. These tools aim to enhance the bankability of projects and improve developers’ ability to secure patient capital in local currency.
AMDA, which represents mini-grid developers operating in over 20 African countries, brings deep sector expertise and a strong network of DRE operators to the partnership.
According to Lamide Niyi-Afuye, CEO of AMDA, the collaboration addresses one of the most persistent challenges in the sector.
“We are pleased to collaborate with InfraCredit to address one of the most persistent barriers in the minigrid sector, access to affordable, long-term local currency finance,” said Niyi-Afuye.
“By aligning AMDA’s advocacy and technical support efforts with InfraCredit’s proven models and tools, we aim to accelerate the deployment of resilient, decentralised energy solutions that deliver tangible socioeconomic benefits in Africa. We view this partnership as a blueprint that will be used beyond borders, paving the way for broader regional impact,” he added.
The partnership will also support the development of transaction-ready pipelines, capacity-building initiatives, and investor-developer forums aimed at improving market transparency and accelerating the roll-out of commercially viable mini-grids.
By facilitating access to domestic blended finance and strengthening project preparation, the partnership hopes to unlock greater private sector participation, mobilise local capital, and expand clean energy access across unserved and underserved communities in Africa.
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