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Intercellular Plans Comeback as Telto Group Acquires Stake

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Telto Group, a Middle East investment conglomerate has secured 70 percent stake in Intercellular, the foremost Code Division Multiple Access (CDMA) operator in the country and hope to positively turn the company around for commercial launch and into profitability.

The Middle East investment firm is hoping to use the acquisition of Intercellular to launch itself into the Nigerian lucrative telecom market and revive the comatose CDMA segment of the telecom industry.

Mohammed Waya, chief technical officer, Intercellular Nigeria, confirmed the new arrangement and added that the company will be launching on 4G technology with mobility which puts Intercellular in better position to deliver high speed data and voice clarity.

The re-launch of the company slated for December Nigeria CommunicationsWeek gathered, is targeting six cities in the initial launch covering Abuja, Kano, Kaduna, Lagos, Port Harcourt and Benin.

 “Our network in these cities will be tested by November in readiness of the formal roll out by December 2015. Intercellular is launching as a nation-wide network operator, but will roll out in these cities first and thereafter extend coverage to other parts of the country,” he said.

Telto group is not a network operator but has investments in telecoms, hospitality, real estate and banking.

It would be recalled that in 2007, Sudatel, telecommunications and Internet service provider based in Sudan, bought 70 per cent of Intercellular Nigeria Limited for $50 million.

But the promise of fund and expertise injection by Sudatel was never met and the deal fell apart.

Earlier in 2006, a South African firm, Global Vision Telecom (GVT), has invested $137.5 million (N17.8 billion) in Intercellular Nigeria Plc, to acquire the majority stake in the company.

GVT is a private company owned by a Rwandese, Mr. Miko Rwayitare and it is managed by a subsidiary company, Telecel, which is reputed to have built about 14 telecommunications networks across Africa.

Though not much is known about Telto group Investments, telecom stakeholders in Nigeria are hopeful that with this new deal in place, that Intercellular will experience a new lease of life.

Intercellular was established in 1998 and won a unified access service licence from the Nigerian Communications Commision in May 2006 at a cost of NGN260 million (USD2.2 million). It has between 100,000 and 120,000 subscribers.

Other companies said to have shown interest in a stake in Intercellular were Alheri Engineering, a wholly owned subsidiary of the Dangote Group, and the Mubadala Development Company of the UAE.


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Glo Unveils Immersive Gaming Experience, Travel Saga

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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.


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SHELT Named in Prestigious 2025 MSSP 250 List for Cybersecurity Excellence

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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 Named in Prestigious 2025 MSSP 250 List for Cybersecurity Excellence

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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.


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Meta Names Ex-Trump Adviser Dina Powell McCormick as President

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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.

Meta names ex-Trump adviser Dina Powell McCormick as president

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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


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