Telecom
Multi-links/Telkom hit .9m subscribers
Mr. Pierre Marais, director, sales and marketing, Multi-Link/Telkom said the company’s subscriber base has recorded an exponential growth since Telkom acquired 75 percent equity in Multi-Links from 200,000 to 900,000.
Marais disclosed this at the presentation of Kia Rio car to Miss Theresa Onyokoko who emerged winner in Multi-Links/Telkom win a car promo. In a draw held in Lagos last week to conclude the promo, 20 of the 30 subscribers who qualified for the draw won N5,000 worth of airtime, while four subscribers won 32" LCD Television.
He explained that, at inception in 2007 Multi-Links offered services, mainly voice, in seven locations of Lagos, Sagamu, Ijebu-ode, Abeokuta, Ibadan, llorin and Abuja. "Our total customer base was about 200,000. We had an optical fibre cable from Lagos through Ibadan on to Abuja serving as our backbone which connects our various areas of coverage," he added.
Multi-Links/Telkom he said have covered the Southwest of Nigeria more than any other fixed line operator, establishing presence in places as diverse as Gbongan, Osogbo, Akure, llesha, lle-ife amongst others. "Today, our customers make calls on our network at Lokoja, Okene, Kano Abaji, Zaria and we are still counting," he stated.
He noted that the length of their optical fibre has increased tremendously. The cable has extended from Abuja through Kaduna, Kano to Kastina in the North while the East bound section has got to Benin and Warri. "We have installed new switches in Lagos and Abuja to cater for our anticipation of making quality service available in all parts of the country within the next 12 months. As part of our mandate to further positively impact the 1CT sub sector, we are boldly entering the data service market which is an area not yet fully addressed by the operators," he said.
According to him, they are leveraging on their experience as a part of the Telkom SA group to provide services which will make internet more available to the vast majority of Nigerians at lower cost.
Marais explained that as part of the new initiatives, they are establishing a new call centre at Gbagada centre. The call centre he said will introduce new solutions to service delivery and will involve its relocation to a bigger and modern structure designed for contact activities. The centre he noted will have a whole range of facilities which will include conveniences, canteens and even support recreational activities. "It will also feature CT1 integration and intelligent call processing along call automation solutions. By the time we complete this task, it will be a reference point and we plan to replicate this in other parts of the country," he said.
Mr. Ian McGregor, executive director, advertising and promotions, Multi-Link/Telkom, said that the promo practically demonstrate that between them and their loyal customers, Multi-Links/Telkom is poised to make a difference in their business relationship. "We are going to witness more of this customer appreciation programmes as we go on expanding the network and bringing in more subscribers," he said.
He said, the decision to buy into Multi-Links by Telkom South Africa, in 2007 was strategic and premised on a desire to move 1CT in Nigeria into the next level leveraging on rich background of Multi-Links as platform to achieve this goal.
Telecom
MTN Nigeria Rewards 1,500+ Winners with ₦290m in Mega Billion Promo

Telecoms giant, MTN Nigeria, has announced the disbursement of over ₦290 million to more than 1,500 winners in its ongoing Mega Billion Promo.

L-R: Deji Roberts, Assistant Director, Nigerian Communications Commission, Lagos Zonal Office; Ugonwa Nwoye, Chief Customer Relations and Experience Officer, MTN Nigeria; Femi Yusuf, 10 Million MTN Mega Billion Promo Jackpot Winner; Efe Kwado, MTN Mega Billion Promo Winner; Onyinye Ikenna-Emeka, Chief Marketing Officer, MTN Nigeria and Samuel Rowland, Chief Operations Officer, Lagos State Lotteries and Gaming Authority at the MTN Mega Billion Promo Media Parley held on Saturday, July 19, 2025 at the MTN Rooftop Events Centre Plaza, Ikoyi.
The update was shared during a live event held on July 19 at the company’s Rooftop Events Centre in Lagos. Representatives from the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), the Lagos State Lotteries and Gaming Authority, MTN executives, journalists and selected promo winners were in attendance.
Speaking at the event, Onyinye Ikenna-Emeka, MTN’s Chief Marketing Officer, stated that the initiative was launched to support loyal customers during difficult times. “In the last couple of years, it’s been a tough time for the average Nigerian. This promo is one of our ways of making life better for our customers,” she said.
Ikenna-Emeka revealed that the promo has produced over 1,500 winners, including three jackpot winners, 20 winners of ₦5 million each, and more than 100 winners of ₦100,000. She added that the company remains committed to rewarding customers transparently.
One of the jackpot winners, Femi Yusuf, who won ₦10 million, shared his excitement. “I thought it was one of those promos where nothing comes out of it. My wife was the one who spotted my number during the live draw,” he said. When asked about the delivery of his prize, he replied, “Fast and fast. MTN, no scam.”
The event also featured live calls to new winners, including a woman identified as Motunrayo, who won ₦2 million. She expressed joy over the unexpected win, saying, “I’m so grateful. Thanks so much.”
Debo Agun, Senior Manager, Consumer Segment (Mass Market), explained the mechanics of the promo. He said participation is free and open to MTN subscribers who dial *900# to opt in. Airtime purchases serve as entries—₦100 worth of airtime equals one entry, and customers can win multiple times.
Agun stated that 63 winners are selected daily from Monday to Friday, while Saturdays feature 104 winners, including a ₦10 million jackpot. Other prizes range from ₦25,000 to ₦2 million and are paid into customers’ MoMo wallets. Those without wallets can create one by dialing *671#.
Promo draws are conducted and streamed live on MTN’s Instagram, YouTube, and Facebook channels. Independent partners oversee the process to maintain credibility and fairness.
The promo began on June 23 and runs for 90 days.
Telecom
MENXTT Tech NG Debuts USA-Spec Devices and Redefines IT Retail in Nigeria

MENXTT Technology NG has introduced a fresh lineup of USA-specification smartphones alongside its existing range of laptops, accessories, and software tools in a major move to redefine tech quality and customer satisfaction in Nigeria.
The firm, which operates as a fully online IT service provider, is focused on bridging the gap between businesses and customers by offering seamless tech procurement, deployment, and after-sales support.
According to Anthony Emeka Nwosu, Director of Communication and Customer Retention, the company is committed to restoring consumer trust in tech purchases through guaranteed quality, extended warranties, and structured support.
Nwosu stated that the decision to supply USA-grade devices was borne out of frustration with substandard options in the market and zero accountability.
He said MENXTT was built to be responsive, dependable, and quality-driven, assuring customers that they would not be left alone after purchase.
With services covering laptops, accessories, website development, software deployment, and IT support, MENXTT promises to take technology directly to the client with less stress.
The company, located at 8a Oje Imeviani Street, Julie Estate, Oregun, Ikeja, Lagos, is also noted for its tech-enabled structure that allows users to access solutions from anywhere in Nigeria through its online platform.
Customers can reach MENXTT Technology NG via email: info@menxtt.com.ng or website: menxtt.ng.
Telecom
MTN, MTV Base Launch “Room of Safety” Series to Promote Online Child Safety

Telecoms giant MTN Group has partnered with MTV Base to launch the Room of Safety campaign, a youth-led movement aimed at raising awareness on internet safety and digital wellbeing for children and young people across Africa.
The initiative, a major part of MTN’s Help Children Be Children campaign, seeks to address growing concerns around cyberbullying, grooming, misinformation, and other forms of online harm. Through this collaboration, MTN will leverage MTV Base’s extensive reach across youth audiences to drive impactful change.
Central to the campaign is the premiere of a 10-part short-form docu-series titled Room of Safety, which kicks off on July 20, 2025, at 16:00 on MTV Base (DStv channel 322). Episodes will also stream on MTV Base South’s digital platforms including Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok.
Each episode will feature real-life stories, expert interviews, and practical resources to help young viewers identify digital threats and take proactive steps. The series also encourages youth to speak up about negative experiences online and shows them how to report abuse.
A statement from MTN Group emphasized the importance of equipping young Africans with the knowledge and confidence to navigate digital spaces safely, adding that the campaign aims to normalize conversations around digital ethics and mental health within families, schools and peer groups.
The launch is backed by social media engagement and outreach activities targeted at schools, creators, and community organizations across multiple African countries.
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