Technology

MTN Nigeria Rolls Out Eco-Friendly, Sustainable SIM Cards

In a move to further its sustainability efforts and reduce carbon emissions, MTN Nigeria Communications Plc has launched the pilot scheme of its biodegradable, paper-based SIM cards. These eco-friendly SIM cards align with MTN’s “Project Zero” goals, which aim to cut down emissions and reach net-zero emissions by 2040. In a statement released last weekend, […]

Education

MTN Donates 4,600 Tablets to Nigerian Govt to Enhance Education

MTN Nigeria has donated 4,600 tablets to the Federal Government of Nigeria, marking a significant step toward improving the quality of education across the country. These tablets come pre-installed with the innovative uLesson app, a digital learning platform specifically designed to enhance educational outcomes for Nigerian students. The devices will be distributed to secondary schools […]

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Permit Granted: MTN, Other Firms Get Licenses to Generate Electricity

The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) has granted permits to several companies, including Golden Penny Power Limited, MTN Communications Nigeria Limited, and Havenhill Synergy, for the generation of mini-grid electricity. According to NERC, nine new off-grid generation licenses were issued in the first quarter of 2024, amounting to a combined capacity of 109.69 megawatts. Additionally, […]

Technology

BREAKING: Nigerian Telecom Sector in Critical Condition – MTN CEO

Karl Toriola, the CEO of MTN Nigeria, has issued a stark warning about the dire state of the Nigerian telecommunications sector, describing it as being in an “intensive care unit” and “gasping for breath.” His remarks were made during a virtual address at a hybrid telecom investment forum organized by Financial Derivatives Company (FDC) on […]

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MTN Contributes ₦1 Billion to Nigeria’s Food Support Initiative

Vice President Kashim Shettima has praised telecommunications giant MTN Nigeria for its donation of ₦1 billion to the Federal Government’s Food Support Programme and the provision of 4,600 digital devices for distribution to schools. Shettima highlighted MTN’s gesture as a commendable example of corporate responsibility, noting that it reflects the company’s dedication to the development […]

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MTN Shuts Offices Nationwide Following SIM Blocking Outrage

Telecommunications giant MTN has closed all its stores and service centers across Nigeria in response to a widespread public outcry that escalated into the destruction of one of its facilities on Monday. According to the report, the uproar began when MTN barred the lines of several subscribers on Sunday due to discrepancies between their National […]

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Quick Fix: Easy Steps to Unblock Your MTN SIM Card

Many Nigerian subscribers have recently expressed frustration over the sudden blockage of their SIM cards by telecommunication operators. This issue is primarily due to the failure of many subscribers to link their National Identification Number (NIN) to their SIM cards. In response, MTN has released a new update providing a detailed guide on how subscribers […]

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MTN Disconnects 4.2 Million Lines for Missing NINs

MTN has disconnected over 4.2 million lines from its network in Nigeria due to subscribers failing to link their National Identity Numbers (NINs) to their Subscriber Identification Module (SIM) cards. The disconnections followed warnings from the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) and MTN for subscribers to link their lines to their NINs. In its Earnings Report […]

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BREAKING: Glo Subscribers Facing Possible Bar From Calling MTN Lines — NCC

In a recent development, Glo subscribers may soon find themselves unable to make calls to MTN lines due to outstanding interconnect charges. The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) made this announcement on Monday through a public notice signed by Reuben Muoka, Director of the Public Affairs Department. According to the notice, the NCC has granted partial […]

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BREAKING: Airtel Discreetly Increases Price Of Data Subscription

  following threats by Association of Licensed Telecommunications Operators of Nigeria (ALTON) to hike voice and data tariffs. The N5,000 monthly data subscription bundle that used to be 20 GIG is now 18 GIG, ie. 2 GIG short. However, Airtel stated it only modified the data bundle. “Hello @oyiboediri, we empathize. Kindly be informed that […]