MTN Group, one of Africa’s largest telecommunications providers, has announced a strategic alliance with UK-based video software specialist Synamedia to create a new, mobile-optimised streaming platform aimed at African users. The move marks MTN’s bold entrance into the continent’s competitive streaming space and reinforces its commitment to digital inclusion. The upcoming platform is designed for both mobile … Read more
MTN Nigeria, a leading technology company, on Friday announced the rebranding of its fibre broadband service to FibreX. MTN Nigeria Chief Broadband Officer, Mr Egerton Idehen, described the rebranding as a major step in delivering next-generation internet solutions across the country. Formerly known as MTN Fibre Broadband, the newly branded FibreX reflects the company’s commitment … Read more
MTN Nigeria on Tuesday while paying tribute to its late founding Chairman, Pascal Dozie, described him as a steady hand, wise and gentle. The Chief Executive Officer, MTN Nigeria, Karl Toriola, said in a statement that Dozie’s unwavering belief in Nigeria’s potential and his dedication to its development were truly inspiring. Toriola said that Dozie’s … Read more
JUSTICE Daniel Osiagor of the Federal High Court in Lagos has ordered MTN Nigeria Communications Ltd. and the Registrar of Trademark, Patent & Designs to pay N770 million in damages for infringing on Citilink Accesscorp Limited’s registered trademark “WEBPLUS.” The court found MTN guilty of unauthorised use of the “WEBPLUS” trademark, which was lawfully … Read more
LAGOS based lawyer and veteran journalist, Osa Director has dragged MTN to court. In suit No. FHC/L/CS/1413/24.filed at the Federal High Court, Ikoyi, Lagos, Osa vide an originating summons is seeking the court to dissolve the board of MTN . He is accusing the telecommunications company of industry capture, undue dominance and influence peddling … Read more
FIRE razed down a booster station belonging to telecommunications giants MTN, beside the Faculty of Nursing at University of Ibadan, on Saturday, an official has confirmed. Yemi Akinyinka, General Manager of Oyo State Fire Services Agency, disclosed this in a statement in Ibadan. He said the agency’s personnel received a distress call about the fire … Read more
MTN Nigeria has publicly apologised to its customers following widespread backlash over a sudden 200% increase in the price of its 15GB digital bundle plan. The telecommunications giant admitted the adjustment was an error and assured subscribers of better decision-making in the future. In a statement posted on its official Instagram handle on Thursday, … Read more
KARL Toriola, the CEO of MTN Nigeria, has raised a stark warning about the company’s future, signalling that if tariffs are not increased soon, MTN may be forced to shut down its operations. The telecommunications industry has been lobbying for tariff hikes to counteract escalating operational costs and inflation, but progress has been … Read more
THE Director, MTN Foundation, Mrs Aishatu Sadauki, says the foundation has offered 13, 717 scholarships to Nigerian students within 13 years. Sadauki disclosed this at the Award Ceremony and Alumni Induction, organised by MTN for beneficiary scholars on Tuesday in Abuja. She described education as a powerful tool that shapes minds, fosters innovation and drives … Read more
MTN Nigeria has partnered with the AKWAABA African Travel Market, as its headline sponsor for the 20th anniversary, slated to hold from Sept. 22 to 24. The strategic collaboration marks MTN’s first-ever participation in the prestigious event, reinforcing its commitment to driving growth and progress across Africa through technology. This is contained in a statement … Read more