Globacom’s Bid For 2.3GHz Spectrum License Will Enhance Telecom Service - Jameel

*Jameel, Globacom Group COO

Globacom has stated that it is bidding for the 2.3GHz broadband spectrum licence being auctioned by the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) as part of its aggressive investment strategy to give Nigerians the best-in-class telecom services. 

The license, the company further explained, would ultimately improve the quality of service available to all telecom subscribers nationwide.

Speaking during a courtesy call on him by the leadership of Nigeria Information Technology Reporters’ Association (NITRA), Globacom Group Chief Operating Officer, Mr. Mohamed Jameel, said the company remains committed to its aggressive investment drive, adding that obtaining the broadband spectrum license on offer would enable the company to mobilize necessary infrastructure to move telecommunications to its next phase of development in Nigeria.

NCC plans that the winner of the single 2.3 GHz spectrum will become the sole wholesaler of broadband services to other service providers in the Nigerian market, explaining

Microsoft Welcomes Youth to 4Afrika Advisory Council

*Satya Nadella, Microsoft Corp new CEO

Microsoft Corp. has introduced the first four youth members to the 4Afrika Advisory Council to ensure the critical voices of Africa’s large youth demographic are heard.

The Microsoft 4Afrika Advisory Council, announced last October, is an external board of advisers tasked with guiding strategic investments undertaken by the Microsoft 4Afrika Initiative.

It was launched one year ago to facilitate Microsoft’s active engagement in Africa’s economic development. The four youth ambassadors will represent the issues facing Africa’s rural and urban youth, including unemployment, education and access to technology.
“The information and communications technology (ICT) field is not only redefining how we conduct our major businesses on the continent, it is increasingly improving the efficiency of critical support services, such as education, health, and disaster mitigation and management. The young demographic is playing a big role in integrating new solutions to these services, and this has helped create new industries and employment opportunities,” said H.E. Benjamin Mkapa, chairman, Microsoft 4Afrika Advisory Council.

“The Microsoft 4Afrika Initiative will be critical in defining a framework that other global and indigenous organizations in the ICT space can adopt to leverage this emerging space

Nokia Celebrates Launch of First 6-inch Smartphones

L-R: Retail Customer Marketing Manager, Nokia West & Central Africa, Olajide Adeyemi; Head of Marketing, Nokia West & Central Africa, Debbie Shepard; Consumer Engagement Manager, Nokia West & Central Africa, Mayor Esiaba at the event 

Nokia had at an event to showcase its flagship brands, Nokia Lumia 1520 and Lumia 1320, partnered with MAGGI to host customers to a special night of food and photography tagged EAT. SHOOT. REPEAT.

The event held during the 2014 social media week at Terra Kulture with guests feasted to a classic cocktail along with mouth watering intercontinental dishes provided by MAGGI.

Kola Osinowo, Head, Nokia Care, West and Central Africa explained that the event was organised for customers to have fun, savour exquisite food and share their experience through photography with friends.

Guy Kellaway, Category Business Manager, Culinary Nestle Nigeria said “MAGGI, Nigeria’s leading cooking brand is synonymous with good food, good food means great memories, and of course great stories which is why we are creating and capturing good food-moments is the essence of the MAGGI Brand. It was for this reason that MAGGI was able to associate strongly with Nokia for this event”.

While explaining the features of the devices, Osinowo stated that the Lumia 1520, Nokia’s top of the range Windows Phone is packed with a 6-inch 1080p Full HD screen, 20MP PureView camera with optical image stabilization (OIS) and most importantly, the Story teller application which allows people tell stories of places they’ve visited using pictures. 

The application brings stories to live seamlessly and merges two Lumia signature experiences: PureView Imaging and HERE maps, which allow users to relive their photos in a new, dynamic and interactive way.       

Olumide Balogun, Senior Manager, Product Marketing, Nokia West and Central Africa, noted

Digital Africa Canvasses Government Support For Tech Start-Ups

*Hon. Minister of CommTech, Mrs. Omobola Johnson (middle), flanked by the Chairman of Digital Africa, Dr. Evans Woherem (right), and Director of Digital Africa, Dr. Amstrong Takang (left) during the visit

The Chairman of Digital Africa Global Consult Limited, Dr. Evans Woherem, has canvassed a strong government support for Nigerian technology start-ups to bring them to national and global limelight during the forthcoming Digital Africa Conference & Exhibition, slated for May 20-22, 2014 in Lagos.

Dr. Woherem said this last weekend in Abuja during a courtesy visit to the Honourable Minister of Communication Technology, Mrs. Omobola Johnson, to formally present to her the Country Hosting Right (CHR) recently awarded to Nigeria for the forthcoming 19^th World Electronics Forum (WEF). The 19^th WEF will be held alongside Digital Africa 2014.

During the visit Woherem explained that, “Hosting the 19^th WEF in Nigeria, the first time such an event will be held on African soil, is a clear endorsement of the global consumer electronics industry of the importance of the Nigerian market.”

According to him, Digital Africa 2014 and the 19^th WEF represent a great opportunity for Nigeria’s leading ICT companies as well as the country’s hundreds of ICT start-ups the opportunity to showcase themselves to the global technology community.

The Communication Minister, Mrs. Johnson, who was the Special Guest of Honour at the inaugural Digital Africa 2013, commended the organizers once again on their efforts at promoting the ICT sector not only in Nigeria, but throughout the African continent.

Building on its successful inaugural edition held in 2013, Digital Africa 2014 is expected to draw participants and exhibitors from Nigeria, the rest of Africa and leading economies of the world. The conference aims to help Africa to transit from being largely a

Nigeria Wins Country Hosting Right (CHR) For World Electronics Forum 2014

*Dr. Evans E. Woherem

The Board of Directors of the World Electronics Forum (WEF), through Consumer Electronics and Technologies Industry Association (CETIA) of Africa, has granted the Country Hosting Right (CHR) for the 19th World Electronics Forum 2014 to Nigeria.

WEF has also nominated Digital Africa Global Consult Limited, headed by Dr. Evans E. Woherem, as the event organizer. The 19th World Electronics Forum is therefore to be held alongside Digital Africa 2014 in Lagos, from May 20-22, 2014.

Digital Africa Global Consult is the promoter of the annual Digital Africa Conference & Exhibition, aimed at helping Africa to transit from being merely a consumer to become a major producer of ICT products, services and innovations.

The Minister of Communication Technology, Mrs. Omobola Johnson, led a high-powered delegation of ICT regulatory agencies to represent the federal Government of Nigeria at the inaugural Digital Africa held April 23-25, 2013 in Abuja.

The event was chaired by Mr. Oba Otudeko, the Chairman of Honeywell Group, First Bank Holdings Plc and Airtel Nigeria Limited, and a champion of inter-African trade. The conference attracted a list of distinguished speakers from Nigeria, USA, Germany, UK, Cameroon and Kenya.

President of WEF, Mr. Tony Smith, said “We look forward to bringing the decision makers of the world ICT and consumer electronics industry to Nigeria this year, and we believe that this is a tremendous opportunity for Nigeria and the rest of Africa”.

He added, “Nigeria has demonstrated its vast investment potentials by becoming the largest telecom market in Africa and the Middle East. The major goal of the 19th World Electronics Forum is therefore, to engage the African telecommunications and IT markets, using Nigeria as the window”.

Adenuga Promises Transformed Data Services Across West Africa

*Adenuga

Globacom has indicated that more West Africans will enjoy fast data services and better voice quality as the network continues to extend its fibre optic coverage and pushes the last mile connections of its submarine cable further hinterland in the countries where the Glo 1 cable has landings.

At the 2013 edition of the Glo CAF Awards held at the Eko Hotel and Suites in Lagos recently, Chairman of Globacom, Dr. Mike Adenuga jr. said that the company has made arrangements to deploy the best telecommunications technology to sustain a robust network that will continuously offer customers world-class mobile and data services. 

He said subscribers in the West African sub region through the Glo 1 armoured submarine cable and roaming facilities are guaranteed seamless communications in Africa and between Africa and the rest of the world. 

“We want to assure you that we will continue to invest huge resources in developing and maintaining a communications technology that is second to none in Africa, just as we will not relent in our vision to support African football in the global football space.” 

It could be recalled that Globacom’s intervention in the telecommunications sector in Africa has deepened broadband penetration and telecommunications infrastructure, putting affordable voice and data communications at the fingertips of millions who otherwise would not have had quality connections.

Airtel CEO Counsels Leaders on Sustenance of Development

*Segun Ogunsanya

Leaders and people in positions of authority have been urged to strive at discovering, nurturing and developing talents in order to sustain development and growth in Nigeria as well as other African countries,

Airtel Nigeria Chief Executive Officer, Segun Ogunsanya, during the weekend in Lagos, gave this advice at the monthly Role Model Forum of the Centre for Values in Leadership (CVL), where in his role as guest speaker, he shared his life story and experience with some young people who were participants at the event.

According to him, “If Nigeria and other countries in Africa are to develop; we must start developing our people. For development to be sustainable we must develop African talents. Leaders are created and those who are leaders today must create the next leaders.”

He shared some of his nuggets of success with the young men and women at the forum, saying they must focus on goals they desire to achieve and watch against being arrogant because there is a thin line between confidence and arrogance.

Speaking further, Ogunsanya inspired the young audience to be prepared and not miss any opportunity to shine in their career. He encouraged them to always ensure they are prepared for opportunities that may come their way.

As a piece of advice to some of the participants who are employees, the Airtel boss urged them to be result-oriented because employers reward results not efforts.

“So, be focused on what is truly measured, the result. That is the only thing that will guarantee you success. Mark my words: nobody pays for efforts any more. Efforts are important but you are only and truly rewarded for the results you put on the table when you get to certain levels. Of course we talk about values, they are as important as producing results. When you have values just make sure the values lead to the results. The results are the only true measurement of your success,” Ogunsanya said.

The CVL Role Model Forum is a monthly interactive programme where individuals who have excelled in various field of endeavour share their life experiences and stories with participants in order to impart values, leadership qualities and motivate them towards becoming great leaders.