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Excitement as Nigerians Rush for Etisalat’s 0809uchoose
Following the launch of its innovative flagship promotion, 0809uchoose, prospective Nigerian subscribers have begun to visit the Etisalat Nigeria website en masse to reserve their special numbers on the Etisalat network. According to information available to us, a large number of calls have also been received on the 0809uchoose (08098246673) number dedicated for potential subscribers to reserve their numbers.
The 0809uchoose campaign is one of Etisalat’s many innovative ways of reaching out to its teeming subscribers. The package provides subscribers with an opportunity to personalize their own special numbers according to their personal preference. With this move, Etisalat has just made mobile phone numbers more personal to phone users. For this particular promotion, the range of choice is set between 0809 9 900 000 and 0809 9 899 999. Subscribers who successfully reserve and redeem their numbers are also then guaranteed free air time every month for a lifetime.
According to Wael Ammar, "Etisalat is a service provider that recognizes the power of individuality and style hence we present them with the opportunity to live their lifestyle with their phone numbers. Selection of numbers is entirely a personal choice. Phone numbers can now be made up of special numbers that mean something to the subscriber such as birthdates, wedding or other important anniversary dates, favourite sports, etc". It can also be a number that corresponds to the individual’s name, he said further.
He further explained that there is however a minimal percentage of the numbers (5%) which are categorized as Gold, Silver or Bronze that are redeemable at a minor cost. The other 95% of numbers are free. The cost of gold numbers is ten thousand naira (N10, 000), silver numbers cost five thousand naira (N5, 000) while numbers that are categorized as bronze are valued at one thousand five hundred naira (N1, 500). The costs of these numbers are due to be paid at the point of redemption.
Explaining the process of reserving a number via its website (www.etisalat.com.ng/uchoose), Ammar said that Etisalat has come into the market with sophisticated software that makes the customer’s interaction in the process of reserving numbers easy. All a customer needs to do is key in their current number, their location, their email address and the Etisalat number they wish to reserve into the system and the system immediately processes their request.
To reserve from a phone number, a potential subscriber needs to call 08098246673 (0809uchoose) and then follow the voice prompts for easy directions on how to reserve their number. The process usually takes less than 2 minutes to complete.
There is also an option for face to face contact as Etisalat road shows will be visiting various major cities in the country soon. The road shows will offer potential subscribers a golden opportunity for one-on-one contact with Etisalat personnel while reserving special 0809uchoose numbers.
In reserving their special numbers, subscribers need to be aware that there is a standard 0809 8 prefix for the numbers in the reservation range. They are however at liberty to select their own six-digit special numbers and add to the predetermined number – 08098.
Yinka Akande, Brand and Communications director, Etisalat Nigeria, also explained that customers who reserve special numbers in the 0809uchoose campaign will be able to pick up their numbers from special redemption centres addresses of which will be fully communicated via SMS and press adverts.
This is one of the many mouthwatering products and services that await Etisalat’s subscribers as many herald the entrance of Nigeria’s fifth GSM provider as a welcome breath of fresh
PalmPay has opened a new office at 33 Old Yaba Road, Lagos, reinforcing its commitment to innovation, customer service, and operational growth in Nigeria.
The new office represents a continued investment in PalmPay’s people, operations, and infrastructure, supporting the company’s ability to deliver reliable financial services at scale. Designed to accommodate PalmPay’s growing team, the workspace enables closer cross-functional collaboration while strengthening service delivery nationwide. Located in Yaba, one of Lagos’s most established commercial and technology corridors, the office further anchors PalmPay within Nigeria’s innovation and financial ecosystem.
Speaking at the office launch, Managing Director Chika Nwosu highlighted that the new workspace reflects PalmPay’s long-term vision and dedication to excellence. “This new office represents an important step in our growth journey and our commitment to building secure, reliable, and inclusive financial solutions for our users,” he said.
The launch event was attended by PalmPay’s leadership team, employees and customers, who toured the facility and marked the company’s continued growth and progress.
With the opening of its office at 33 Old Yaba Road, PalmPay continues to strengthen its presence in Nigeria and reaffirm its mission to drive financial inclusion through innovative digital solutions.
PalmPay is a leading digital banking platform driving financial inclusion and economic empowerment in underserved emerging markets. Through its secure, user-friendly, and inclusive suite of financial services, PalmPay empowers individuals and businesses with tools to manage and grow their money.
PalmPay offers a comprehensive range of products, including mobile payments, savings, and micro-insurance via its app and mobile money agent network.
Since launching in Nigeria in 2019 under a Mobile Money Operator license, the platform has grown to over 35 million app users and processes up to 15 million transactions daily. PalmPay has operations in Nigeria, Ghana, Tanzania, and Bangladesh.
The Nigerian Aviation Handling Company Plc has announced the signing of a chain of contracts with major airlines for the provision of total handling solutions.
In a statement on Tuesday, the company announced the signing of contract renewals with Air France, KLM and Virgin Atlantic, as well as the African operator, RwandAir.
NAHCO also signed fresh contracts with United Nigeria – Regional, Bellagio and Malaikair.
According to the statement, the contracts with Air France and KLM are for three years and will run till 2028, respectively. The duration of the contract with Virgin Atlantic was also put at three years.
The duration for the RwandAir contract is for three years, effective 1 October 2025.
The statement read, “The new contract with United – Regional would be for a period of five years, effective from 1 August 2025. For Bellagio and Malaikair, the contracts are for three and five years, respectively.
“Bellagio Air, Nigeria’s rising star in aviation, is redefining air travel with a blend of luxury, efficiency, and reliability. Headquartered in the vibrant city of Ikeja, Lagos, Bellagio Air is committed to providing world-class service across key domestic and regional routes.”
The Group Executive Director, Commercial and Business Development, NAHCO Plc, Saheed Lasisi, who expressed his delight with the new contracts, said NAHCO is already ready to exceed customers’ expectations.
According to Lasisi, NAHCO’s more than 46 years of unblemished excellent service delivery puts it heads and shoulders above any other service provider in the industry.
“This is what we have been doing for almost half of a century. We will continue to delight our customers and make our stakeholders happy by exceeding expectations in all aspects of our service offerings. We are always willing and ready to do more,” Lasisi added.
The Group Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer, NAHCO Plc, Olumuyiwa Olumekun, added that with the new fleet of equipment the company is deploying, service delivery will only be better.
Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has unveiled a forward-looking strategy that places satellite-enabled mobile connectivity at the heart of the country’s drive to bridge its long-standing coverage gaps.
The draft Spectrum Roadmap for the Communications Sector for 2025 to 2030 lays out how satellite technologies could help deliver reliable voice and data services to millions of Nigerians who live beyond the reach of conventional mobile networks.
The direction is outlined in the Commission’s draft Spectrum Roadmap for the Communications Sector covering the period.
The proposed approach highlights non-terrestrial networks as a complement to existing mobile infrastructure, especially in areas where terrain, insecurity, or high costs limit the deployment of base stations.
The NCC said D2D satellite technology, which allows standard mobile phones to connect directly to satellites, is gaining traction globally as a means of delivering voice and data services without reliance on ground towers.
According to the regulator, the technology could help close persistent coverage gaps in rural, riverine, and border communities that remain outside the reach of conventional networks.
It also noted that satellite-backed connectivity could improve network reliability by providing alternative links during fibre cuts, power failures, or other disruptions affecting terrestrial systems.
The Commission added that wider adoption of D2D services could support emergency communications, public safety operations, Internet of Things applications, and services such as smart agriculture in underserved regions.
It also pointed to potential investment opportunities through partnerships between mobile network operators and satellite companies, including more efficient use of shared spectrum resources.
Beyond D2D services, the roadmap places emphasis on Low-Earth Orbit satellites to expand broadband access to remote parts of the country.
It also proposes better utilisation of Geostationary Orbit satellites and the exploration of high-altitude platforms, such as stratospheric balloons, to support mobile backhaul and rural connectivity.
The policy signals come shortly after Airtel Africa announced an agreement with SpaceX to introduce Starlink-powered direct-to-cell services in Nigeria.
The NCC’s roadmap is expected to shape future spectrum allocation, licensing decisions, and technology adoption across the telecommunications sector.
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