Telecom
Glo Launches Pocket Internet
Glo has launched a new package, called the Glo Pocket Internet, which will enable internet users to enjoy fast internet bundle plans straight on their mobile phones. The new product is an internet package which enables subscribers to access the internet on their mobile phones at an unprecedented speed.
According to a statement signed by Mr. Ashutosh Tiwary, General Manager, Prepaid Marketing, Globacom, “…all Glo subscribers can now enjoy super fast and reliable connectivity to the internet and perform web-related tasks all day with their handheld devices. In addition to internet browsing, Facebook and Twitter, they can also download files and check emails among numerous other web-based activities”.
He explained that a major advantage of this package is that there is no need for computer access and other internet accompaniments such as modems and routers which may constitute extra cost and baggage.
“With this product, a busy executive or student can browse and download as much as he wants while on the go”, said Tiwary who added that Glo Pocket Internet comes with four different highly affordable tariff plans to suit varying budget profiles and usage patterns which give subscribers the freedom to determine how much to spend in line with their pockets and lifestyles.
The four plans are: Instant Surf which comes with 10MB, One Week which comes with 50MB data cap, Always Micro which comes with 200MB bundle data cap and Always Macro which comes with 1G data cap.
He said that Glo Pocket Internet rides on Glo’s newly deployed Device Management System (DMS) which has capacity to identify all handset types and is thus able to send settings appropriately. This enables customers to use internet on their mobile phones after receiving settings from the network.
The customers can receive these settings by texting “flat” to 1234. After this the DMS sends the settings which should be saved by the customers and now customers can start surfing the internet. Now customers can buy a plan of their choice by going to http://hsi.glo.com or text “1” to 127.
“Pocket Internet Plan is a huge phenomenon and is possible as a consequence of the commissioning of Glo 1 submarine cable which brings so much more in terms of bandwidth capacity at 640 gigabytes, scalable to 2.4 terabytes. Uptime reliability of Glo 1 is guaranteed at 99 percent”; Tiwary explained.
Since the launch of the Glo 3G plus platform, the company has been in the vanguard of introducing many innovative data services, one of which is the High Speed Internet to meet the increase in demand in the Nigerian Market. The subscriber can now do so much more with the Pocket internet lightning-fast speed while on the go.
With the introduction of Travel Saga, a premium, fast-paced gaming experience that is currently live and accessible to customers on its network, Globacom has lifted the bar for mobile entertainment in the country.
Travel Saga is a story-driven, intricately connected role-playing game designed to provide the thrill, complexity, and competitive intensity of some of the most well-known action games in the world.
The game, which has been painstakingly optimized for mobile devices, redefines mobile gaming as a full-fledged digital battlefield by translating a console-grade experience onto data-enabled handsets.
Fundamentally, Travel Saga takes users on quick virtual journeys against recognizable international landscapes. In a dynamic, ever-evolving gaming environment, players are thrown into furious missions, fierce fights, and ever-expanding tales where talent, strategy, and endurance determine who rises through the ranks to become a true war hero.
In addition to the excitement of fighting, users are encouraged to go to various locations, take part in thrilling challenges, and participate in intense competition for in-app rewards like points and victory badges. With each encounter and accomplishment, the immersion increases with each level, maintaining momentum and excitement.
Flexible subscription plans with one-time or auto-renewal choices are available to subscribers for the service, which costs ₦100 per day and ₦250 per week. By dialing *70021#, customers can quickly subscribe and gain instant access to the action.
With Travel Saga, Glo reaffirms its dedication to innovation and high-end digital experiences, making top-notch gaming easily accessible to its customers. The game offers uninterrupted action, adventure, and competition, all smoothly supported by the Glo network.
SHELT, a leading cybersecurity-as-a-service provider, has earned inclusion in the 2025 MSSP 250, the annual ranking of the world’s top 250 Managed Security Service Providers (MSSPs) by MSSP Alert, a CyberRisk Alliance publication.
SHELT
The list evaluates firms on business performance, service breadth, and industry impact, spotlighting those excelling in growth, operational excellence, and advanced managed security amid rising cyber threats. Selection criteria include annual recurring revenue, profitability, workforce expansion, business growth, and the depth of managed security offerings.
SHELT’s recognition underscores its investments in scalable security operations, threat intelligence, and tailored managed services across multiple regions, enabling clients to navigate complex risk landscapes effectively.
“Being recognised in the MSSP 250 is a meaningful milestone for our team,” stated Youssef Abillama, CEO of SHELT. “It validates our focus on building practical, resilient security services that help organisations manage risk and respond effectively to today’s evolving cyber threats.”
The company hailed the honour as testament to its teams’ dedication and expertise worldwide, reaffirming commitment to enhancing capabilities and delivering trusted cybersecurity solutions.
Meta Platforms, owner of Facebook, has appointed Dina Powell McCormick, a former adviser to President Donald Trump, as its new president and vice chairman, bolstering its leadership amid aggressive AI and infrastructure expansion.
Dina Powell McCormick
The announcement, made on Monday, positions Powell McCormick – who recently stepped down from Meta’s board after eight months – to guide overall strategy, including multi-billion-dollar investments in data centres and global partnerships.
A Goldman Sachs veteran with 16 years in senior roles and prior stints as deputy national security adviser under Trump and in the Bush administration, she brings deep finance and international ties to the role.
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg hailed her as “uniquely qualified” for the company’s next growth phase, while President Trump praised the move on Truth Social as a “fantastic choice”.
The hire signals Meta’s efforts to strengthen White House relations, following recent dinners with Trump and U.S. investment pledges worth hundreds of billions
Paystack Expands Beyond Payments into Banking
DalaHill, BoA Partner on $100,000 ACF Climate Finance Initiative
How to Stay Safe Online During Sales Periods
FG Directs Banks, Fintechs to Remit VAT on Service Fees
Nigeria Targeted with 4,622 Cyber-attacks Per Week in December 2025
Banks quietly move to enforce new ₦50 transfer levy from Jan. 1
FIRS says NIN, CAC Numbers to Serve as Tax IDs from 2026
Nigeria Takes the Lead in the Global WSIS+20 Digital Agenda
Nigeria Police Arrest Okitipi, Nigerian Allegedly Linked to Microsoft 365 Hack
PalmPay Launches N400 Million World Travel Carnival, Rewarding Users with Free Global Trips
General News2 days agoPalmPay, Premier Cool to Reward 10,000 Nigerians with ₦100m in “10k for 10k Campaign”
News3 days agoNigeria, Others Lag Behind as Egypt Tops Africa in AI Readiness
E-Financial2 days agoEcobank Joins Trillion-naira Club for the First Time in 20 Years
E-Business2 days agoKaspersky Warns Telecom Threats from 2025 will Carry into 2026 as New Technology Adds New Risk
E-Business2 days agoNigerian Terra Industries Secures $11.8m for Expansion
E-Financial1 day agoAngst as FG Demands 7.5 Percent VAT on Mobile Bank Transfers, USSD
Telecom2 days agoSHELT Named in Prestigious 2025 MSSP 250 List for Cybersecurity Excellence
News1 day agoMoniepoint Launches Second Cohort of DreamDevs Initiative to Double Down on Africa’s Tech Talent Pipeline