By Ayomide Otitoju MTN Nigeria has hosted the Chargé d’Affaires of the Canadian High Commission in Nigeria, David Sproule, and his delegation at its headquarters in Ikoyi, Lagos, for discussions on potential areas of collaboration. The engagement focused on opportunities in technology, investment, innovation and skills development, as well as partnerships aimed at supporting economic…
By Ayomide Otitoju MTN Foundation has partnered with UN Women to launch the Rural Women Economic Empowerment Partnership, an initiative aimed at supporting 200 women farmers across Kano and Cross River states. The partnership was formalised through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed by both organisations as part of efforts to strengthen women’s economic participation…
By Ayomide Otitoju MTN Nigeria Communications Plc recorded a 70.6 per cent increase in profit after tax to ₦707.54 billion for the six months ended 30 June 2026, driven by strong revenue growth, improved operational performance and continued investment in sustainability initiatives. The telecommunications giant disclosed in its condensed consolidated financial statements that revenue rose…
By Ayomide Otitoju MTN Nigeria, in partnership with the Worldwide Fund for Nature (WWF) through the Nigerian Conservation Foundation (NCF), the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Nigeria and Deloitte Nigeria, has launched the third edition of the Nigeria PachiPanda Challenge to promote innovative solutions to environmental challenges. The initiative, which forms part of MTN’s annual…
By Ayomide Otitoju MTN Nigeria and the Musical Society of Nigeria (MUSON) will this week celebrate a new set of Nigerian music graduates with a graduation concert and ceremony at the MUSON Centre, Onikan, Lagos. The event will feature performances by MUSON scholars alongside renowned figures from the Nigerian music industry. The graduation concert marks…
By Ayomide Otitoju MTN Nigeria Communications Plc, in collaboration with the Worldwide Fund for Nature (WWF) through its local partner, the Nigerian Conservation Foundation (NCF), and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Nigeria, has announced the shortlist of 100 young innovators for the second phase of the Nigeria PachiPanda Challenge. The initiative aims to foster…
By Ayomide Otitoju MTN Nigeria has partnered with CardCentre Nigeria Limited, a subsidiary of Chams HoldCo, to roll out eco-friendly SIM cards made entirely from biodegradable materials. The initiative, unveiled in Lagos, aims to reduce plastic waste in Nigeria and across West Africa. In a statement on Monday, the companies said the SIM cards are…
By Ayomide Otitoju MTN Group and Airtel Africa have signed agreements to share network infrastructure in Nigeria and Uganda as part of their efforts to enhance digital and financial inclusion across Africa. The partnership aims to improve network efficiency, expand coverage, and provide enhanced mobile services, particularly in remote and underserved areas. MTN Group President…
Bearish sentiments were sustained on the Nigerian Exchange Limited as the market reacted to the Supreme Court’s judgment regarding the 2023 general elections cases leading to a loss of N67bn off its market capitalisation. This marked a second consecutive day of negative trading on the local bourse. Dragging the market cap was depreciation recorded in…
