On behalf of Mike Adenuga and South Africa, I say thank you, your money has been fantastic! This was disclosed on Wednesday by Umar Danbatta at the launch of NCC Year of Consumer. According to him, Nigerian subscribers spent $5.6 billion in 2015 and $6.6 billion in 2016 which adds up to $12.2 billion (N3.66trn) in the space of two years. In his words: (more…)
You guys need to see the 1000 km distance between Konga and Jumia lol! Jobberman has released its 3rd Annual Best 100 Companies To Work For in Nigeria for the year 2016, the list is focused on identifying, recognizing and celebrating top employers in Nigeria, as rated by employees and professionals. This was done through an online survey that garnered a total of 2013 valid responses. The survey also captured questions on work experience, salary parameters, and working conditions. (more…)
Airtel has sent out official press release to refute the story of their possible exit from Africa. Airtel isn’t leaving Africa anytime soon. As a matter of fact, Airtel increased its ownership of Airtel Nigeria in November after purchasing Econet Wireless Limited’s 4.2% shareholding. Interestingly, this isn’t the first time a story of their exit has been published. In 2015, a similar story came up, which Airtel later refuted. So where are this story coming from, and why do the keep popping up like juicy pimples ? (more…)
The report via Bloomberg claims that Airtel “is considering mergers or stake sales at some of its Africa operations as it looks to cut debt and make its biggest overseas acquisition profitable.” Speaking at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Mr. Mittal, the chairman of Bharti Airtel, said this process would be completed within a year and would affect some of Bharti’s businesses in 15 African nations, including Nigeria. (more…)
NCC has commenced the enforcement of the Do Not Disturb (DND) code, which ensures that Telcos stop sending unsolicited messages to their subscribers.Henceforth, a N5 million fine has been stipulated for any breach of the directive. Also, the customers can ensure that any defaulting Telco is fined. How? (more…)
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