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AirtelIntroduces ExclusiveWhatsAppData Bundle Service to Customers

In line with its commitment to offering best telecoms experience to Nigerians, leading telecoms services provider, Airtel Nigeria has introduced “WhatsApp” data application packages to its subscribers. This follows a cross-promotion agreement with “WhatsApp Inc.” that secured for Airtel Nigeria the exclusive right to launch “WhatsApp” packages in Nigeria. To access the Airtel “WhatsApp” bundle, customers are to dial *948# ... Read More »

Gt bank becomes 1st Nigerian bank to post Profit of over 100billion

Foremost Nigerian Financial Institution, Guaranty Trust Bank plc has released its audited financial results for the December 2012 financial year to operators of the Nigerian Stock Exchange and reported a Profit Before Tax of N103 billion, the highest for any Nigerian Bank. According to analysts at the Nigerian bourse, this performance and an in-depth analysis of the results, which were ... Read More »

Airtel Lowers Data Tariff with Magic Box Offer

As the upsurge for data services by telecoms consumers increasingly competes with voice, leading telecommunications service provider, Airtel Nigeria has introduced a special data offer for its customers to surf the net without burning holes in their pocket. The special data package tagged ‘Airtel Magic Box offer’, empowers Airtel customers to enjoy internet services at a reduced rate fromas low ... Read More »

SEC Suspends Ecobank from Capital Market

This is According to Thisday Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has suspended Ecobank Nigeria from acting as a receiving bank or performing any  other activities  in the Nigerian capital market  for allegedly  colluding with  Arian Capital Management Limited,  to convert the shares of its client, Avil Services Limited. SEC said Ecobank Nigeria,  in connivance with  Arian Capital Management, converted  555,555 ... Read More »

Zenith Bank Nigeria Listed On London Stock Exchange

The London Stock Exchange Thursday announced the listing of shares of one of Nigeria’s largest banks, Zenith Bank Nigeria Plc. on the exchange. “London Stock Exchange welcomes today Zenith Bank, one of Nigeria’s largest banks, to its Main Market,” the stock exchange said in a release. Part of the release reads, “The company is listing Global Depository Receipts (GDRs) in ... Read More »

Airtel Unveils New Network Campaign in Nigeria • Celebrates Robust Network Coverage across Country • Reassures Nigerians of Reliable, Fast 3.75G Internet Coverage

In demonstration of its robust and extensive network coverage across the country, Leading Telecommunications Services Provider, Airtel Nigeria has unveiled a new campaign to capture its network’s milestones and efforts in empowering Nigerians with relevant telecommunications services and mobile telephony solutions. Speaking at a press conference to unveil the new campaign in Lagos, the Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director ... Read More »

EFCC arrest 5 Yahoo boys in Enugu, recover money, exotic cars

EFCC released a statement via their website saying they have arrested five suspected internet fraudsters in Enugu. The statement, released by the Acting Head, Media and Publicity, Mr Wilson Uwujaren, said the suspects were picked up from their hide out at No. 26 and 42, Chimaobi Uba Street, GRA, Enugu following an intelligence report. Part of the statement reads: “The ... Read More »

TONY ELUMELU SWORN IN AS Chairman DELSU’S GOVERNING COUNCIL

Delta state governor, Dr. Emmanuel Uduaghan has inaugurated the 7thGoverning Council of Delta State University headed by Mr. Tony Elumelu, with a charge to members to be resourceful and generate more revenue to improve infrastructure and academic excellence. Dr Uduaghan who performed the inauguration in Asaba implored the new council to focus more on educational programmes in the university and ... Read More »

Promasidor announces judges for Quill Awards

 Promasidor Nigeria Limited, makers of Cowbell Milk, has announced the appointment of five distinguished professionals in their various fields of endeavour as judges for its Quill Awards. The ‘Promasidor Quill Awards’ is a platform in Nigeria to reward journalists for dedicated news reportage on industry, education, corporate social responsibility & nutrition issues all year round. The awards cover five categories ... Read More »