Telecom
MTN to Spend $1.5m on Broadband Expansion

MTN, communication giant, is to spend $1.5 million (N640million) on broadband access in Nigeria in the next couple of year.

Mr Karl Toriola, CEO of MTN Nigeria, disclosed this plan when Nigeria embassy official visited MTN Group office in Roodeport, Johannesburg.
He said this was in line with the Federal Government’s 2020-2025 National Broadband Plan and in support of MTN Group’s strategy.
Amb. Muhammad Manta, Nigerian High Commissioner to South Africa and Malik Abdul, Consul General led a delegation to the MTN group.
Toriola said that a new state-of-the-art headquarters would be erected soon in Nigeria.
He also disclosed that the MTN would reconstruct the Enugu-Onitsha expressway in lieu of tax remittance to the Federal Government, in a special arrangement to enhance the quality of road infrastructure in the country.
The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that MTN Group sold off parts of its shares in the Nigerian subsidiary in February with the aim of availing local investors the opportunity to become shareholders in the leading telecom giant.
Eventually, a total of 661.25 million MTN Nigerian shares were allocated, as against the 575 million units that were initially planned.
Mr Ernest Ndukwe, chairman MTN Nigeria, underscored the importance of MTN Nigeria to the group’s operations, noting that Nigeria is one of their most important markets.
He expressed satisfaction that the government was implementing several policies and programmes to ensure a conducive environment for doing business in Nigeria.
Ndukwe added that government has emphasized the development of Nigeria’s digital economy to be the next fastest growing sector.
In response, High commissioner Manta lauded the group for their interest in Nigeria and promised that Nigeria would ensure that conducive environment is created for the likes of MTN to thrive in Nigeria.
The Consul General called on MTN to partner with the Missions in South Africa to develop a coherent strategy to tackle future threats of Xenophobia.
“We have identified projects in respect of community engagement to rebuild trust and confidence in one another and to retell the story of the Nigeria and South Africa relations.”
Abdul urged MTN to partner with the Mission to create programmes and contents that would promote peace, social cohesion and deepen socio economic development between the two countries.
He encouraged them to engage with the government to find a lasting solution to the unnecessary attacks on Nigerians.
“Nigerians are not Xenophobic but the tales of victims and the videos of incidence in South Africa instigates attacks on SA Companies in Nigeria.”
Telecom
Glo Unveils Immersive Gaming Experience, Travel Saga

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.
Telecom
SHELT Named in Prestigious 2025 MSSP 250 List for Cybersecurity Excellence

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.
Telecom
Meta Names Ex-Trump Adviser Dina Powell McCormick as President

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
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