Telecom
OPPO Unveils New Budget Smartphone with Exceptionally Long Battery Life and Intuitive Smart Technology
To further cater to every possible segment of the Nigerian smartphone market, the fashion-forward, innovative smartphone brand OPPO has unveiled another smartphone, OPPO A1k. Boasting a 32GB ROM and long battery life, A1k features the year’s most popular waterdrop screen, as well as a stylish metallic texture back cover. With a robust 4000mAh battery, OPPO A1k leverages AI algorithm optimization to reduce power consumption, delivering exceptional long battery life.
4000mAh battery and 32GB ROM: better configuration for a better user experience
Powered by a 4000mAh large-capacity battery, the OPPO A1k also employs APCF material on the screen. Under the same power dissipation level, the screen gets higher brightness, allowing you to see more clearly while lowering power consumption.
Moreover, thanks to AI algorithm optimization, its MTK6762 CPU enables several applications to run seamlessly at the same time, effectively eliminating freezing and serving multiple user scenarios while reducing power consumption. All in all, A1k supports up to 17 hours of daily usage, delivering exceptional long battery life.
Besides, A1k features 32GB ROM, making for a more satisfying daily usage experience. As well as providing a smoother user experience, A1k comes with larger storage space so you can save more photos and personal data.
Guest examining the OPPO A1K and A5s at the launch in Lagos
With this combination of 4000mAh battery and 32GB ROM, A1k promises to deliver a better user experience among same price segment smartphones.
Stylish exterior, waterdrop screen, and metallic texture back cover
With a sublime 6.1-inch LCD waterdrop screen plus 19.5:9 aspect ratio and a 1560×720-pixel resolution, OPPO A1k’s screen design draws its inspiration from a water droplet on the verge of falling.
Thanks to relentless innovation in both technology and manufacturing, an earpiece, camera, and light sensor have all been integrated into the waterdrop at the top of the screen. This makes possible the 87.43% screen-to-body ratio and creates a waterdrop screen that is both beautiful and practical.
From gaming to watching videos to just plain web browsing, users can enjoy an unparalleled and immersive experience. Above that, A1k employs Corning Gorilla Glass, so the screen is stronger to better resist unexpected drops and scratches.
The OPPO A1k applies a metallic texture design to its back cover. Just like light flowing on a large and flat mirror, the design offers an overall refined and pure finish. To ensure that the smooth mirror surface rests comfortably in the palm of a hand, OPPO A1k is designed to look thinner and more appealing to the eyes.
Cross section of guests at the launch of the OPPO A1K and A5s smartphones
The OPPO A1k comes in two options: Black and Red, which symbolize sophistication and Energy respectively. This continues OPPO’s reputation of leading design aesthetics in the industry.
A Good Rear Camera And Front Beauty Camera For An Even Better Portrait
Young shutterbugs can now enjoy the OPPO A1k’s rear camera, which uses a 5P lens and multi-frame anti-vibration technology to precisely control the light path, creating a sharper image that offers more stable and smooth video shooting.
Additionally, the front camera, F2.0 aperture and beautification will make selfies more natural. OPPO A1k also enables excellent Bokeh Effect, the background blur, to help users stand out in their brilliant portrait photos. Also with HDR technology, every detail is clearer especially in low light and backlight environments, again making your portrait shots stand out even more.
Joseph Adeola, PR Manager, OPPO Mobile Nigeria addressing guests at the launch of the OPPO A1k and A5s smartphones
Live smarter with ColorOS 6.0
Last but not least, A1k is equipped with ColorOS 6.0, OPPO’s latest update to it’s intuitive operation system. The new innovative borderless design further increases speed and overall ease of use. In addition, ColorOS 6.0 has multiple ‘smart’ functions, including OPPO Cloud Service, Notification Bar, Smart Assistant, Riding Mode and Gesture Navigation, allowing users to experience a smarter lifestyle.
Especially worth mentioning is the intelligent Smart Assistant function. Smart Assistant provides users with a one-stop service portal, which directly presents the most important information in the form of a card on the Home screen. Users can view and use it at any time with no need to install a large number of Apps. Supported card features include: Shortcuts, Favorite Contacts, Schedules, Step Counter, Photo Album, Schedule Management (India only), Online Orders (India only), Cricket Matches (India only).
Pricing and Availability
OPPO A1k (2GB RAM + 32GB ROM) is priced at N44,900 and it comes in Black and Red colors. It is now available for sale at SLOT, POINTEK, Jumia and other accredited dealerships nationwide.
Telecom
Celebrating African Creativity: Made by Africa, Loved by the World’ Returns for Its Fifth Year
The “Made by Africa, Loved by the World” campaign is back for its fifth year, celebrating African creativity and global influence. This year’s theme, “Where Culture Meets Connection,” highlights how social media fosters conversations around cultural moments worldwide.
The campaign features three cinematic films premiering on the Meta Africa page, showcasing the groundbreaking work and personal stories of six dynamic African creatives.
These artists, from Nigeria, Kenya, Ghana, and South Africa, represent diverse disciplines, including rap, animation, dance, photography, fashion, and videography.
Here are some of the featured talents:
- Ladipoe (Nigeria) – A BET-nominated rapper known for blending global hip-hop with African rhythms.
- Fatboy Animations (Kenya) – An animation studio founded by Michael Muthiga, recognized by Forbes for its original African storytelling.
- Lisa Quama (Ghana) – A dancer who gained fame after appearing in Beyoncé’s “Already” music video.
- Gilbert Asante (Ghana) – A photographer and creative director featured in GQ and Glam Africa.
- David Tlale (South Africa) – A fashion designer whose bold designs have been showcased at major fashion events, including the Met Gala.
- Ofentse Mwase (South Africa) – A filmmaker with over 24 international awards for his unique visual storytelling.
Kezia Anim-Addo, Communications Director for Africa, Middle East & Turkey, emphasized that the campaign not only celebrates individual success stories but also showcases how culture and social media drive meaningful connections and inspiration.
Association of Telecommunications Companies of Nigeria (ATCON), has raised the alarm over a diesel supply crisis caused by an ongoing strike by the National Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (NUPENG).
Mr Tony Emoekpere, president, ATCON in a statement said that the fuel supply disruption is critically affecting telecom base stations, pushing them to the brink of a shutdown and threatening millions of mobile and internet users in the region.
“This strike, which stems from the persistent harassment of tanker and petroleum product drivers by police officers in Lagos State, has effectively halted all truck loading operations and fuel movements,” Emoekpere stated.
He explained that diesel supply to telecom infrastructure has been severely impacted, leaving critical sites with dangerously low fuel levels.
According to him, if urgent measures are not taken, the situation could escalate into a full-blown network blackout, disrupting essential services, including mobile and internet access, business operations, emergency response systems, and daily communications.
ATCON has called on the governors of Lagos and Ogun states to intervene immediately by facilitating the release of diesel from depots to telecom operators to prevent further deterioration of the situation.
“This is not just a telecom issue—it is a national emergency that could cripple economic activities and compromise public safety,” Emoekpere stressed.
The association also appealed to security agencies and petroleum unions to resolve the crisis swiftly to safeguard Nigeria’s connectivity and economic stability.
ATCON emphasised that a prolonged disruption in fuel supply to telecom infrastructure could have far-reaching consequences for both businesses and individuals who rely on stable communication networks for daily operations.
In 2023, Nigerians spent a total of about ₦5.3 trillion on telecommunications services, which includes calls, data, SMS, and other telecom services, according to the Leadership.
Specifically for voice calls, Nigerians made approximately 408.5 billion minutes of local calls, generating around ₦3.28 trillion from outgoing calls and ₦3.23 trillion from incoming calls, totaling about ₦6.51 trillion in call-related revenue according to projections based on 2023 call volumes and tariff data.
However, the ₦5.3 trillion figure represents the overall telecom sector revenue, with voice calls being a major component but also including data and other services.
For individual spending, MTN subscribers spent an average of ₦2,508 monthly on voice calls in 2023, showing a 14.4% increase from 2022, while Airtel customers spent about ₦1,694 monthly on voice calls.
Total telecom spending (calls, data, SMS, etc.): ₦5.3 trillion in 2023
Estimated revenue from voice calls alone: around ₦6.5 trillion based on call minutes and tariffs
Average monthly spending on calls per subscriber: ₦1,694 to ₦2,508 depending on the network
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