Access Bank Plc Wednesday announced that its wholly-owned subsidiary in Zambia, Access Bank Zambia Limited is in advance discussions with Cavmont Capital Holdings Zambia Plc aimed at acquiring 100% stake in Cavmont Bank Zambia Limited company. The Nigeria tier 1 lender’s statement reads: “Access Bank Plc announces today that its wholly-owned subsidiary in Zambia, Access Bank Zambia Limited has entered into exclusive discussions with Cavmont Capital Holdings Zambia Plc regarding a potential transaction between Access Bank Zambia and Cavmont Bank Limited a wholly-owned subsidiary of Cavmont Capital. “The potential transaction relates to the sale of 100% of Cavmont Capital’s interest…
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Konga, a composite e-Commerce giant, has revived YUBOSS, a stellar reseller scheme now re-christened as Konga Affiliate. Konga is now, through this, offering millions of smart unemployed and under-employed Nigerians an opportunity to earn unlimited income and ultimately achieve economic freedom by partnering with the company. The Konga Affiliate programme which grants successful applicants instant sign-up at affiliate.konga.com offers a comprehensive partnership to affiliates. Built upon the very popular YUBOSS scheme which the company floated under Yudala, the central idea behind the revamped Konga Affiliate programme, according to a statement by Konga, is the company’s burning ambition to reach the…
Samsung may not include chargers in the boxes of some of its smartphones starting in 2021, according to a report from Korean news site ETNews. The company is taking them out because many people already have chargers and to help reduce costs, according to a report by The Verge. While not including a charger in the box might seem like a big move, Samsung reportedly isn’t the only major phone maker considering it. Apple may do something similar by not including a charger with this year’s iPhone lineup, according to Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo. Apple may also phase out the 5W and 18W…
As mobile network operators around the world look to build out their fledgling 5G networks and reinforce their 4G and LTE networks, they must continue to be mindful of the ongoing importance of 2G and 3G services, according to a report by the GSMA. The report claims that by 2025, two-thirds of mobile network connections will be made over 4G and 5G networks, according to a CommsMEA report. However, 2G and 3G connectivity will continue to play a pivotal role in connecting billions of people across the planet, particularly in the worlds developing economies. Indeed, in portions of Africa, India…
uLesson Education Limited, Nigeria’s Ed-tech Startup, has expanded the content library on the uLesson app to include lessons for Junior Secondary School students. This new library went live on the uLesson app on July 7, 2020. uLesson is an organisation that leverages best in class teachers, media, and technology solutions to create high-quality, affordable, and accessible education for African students. Launched in March 2020, the uLesson app came with a Senior Secondary School library, covering Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry and Biology. With this update, the app now offers students in junior secondary school access to curriculum-relevant content in Basic Technology, Business…
Determined to implement programmes and policies aimed at fully supporting and promoting the national digital economy agenda of the Federal Government, Nigeria’s telecom regulator, the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has created a Digital Economy Department. The creation of the Digital Economy Department in the NCC is in continuation of the Commission’s renewed strategy and vigour for effective delivery of its regulatory mandate. NCC’s Director, Public Affairs, Dr Ikechukwu Adinde, disclosed in a statement made available to DigitalTimesNG Tuesday evening, that the Governing Board of the Commission approved the creation of the new department at its last meeting, adding that the…
HP Inc. has introduced new printing devices for home use for its consumers in Nigeria, and around the world. The printing devices include the Deskjet 2300, Deskjet 2700, Deskjet Plus 4100, DeskJet Plus Ink Advantage 6000 and DeskJet Plus Ink Advantage 6400. All the newly introduced printing devices will be available in Nigeria in August 2020. The new multi-functional products are designed specifically for today’s families who keep an active lifestyle whilst effectively combining work, study and entertainment. The updated models offer additional features, an optimized setup procedure and improved print quality thanks to the original HP ink cartridges with…
President Muhammadu Buhari has forwarded the name of Prof. Umar Garba Danbatta to the Senate for confirmation as the Executive Vice Chairman/Chief Executive Officer (EVC/CEO) of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), for a second term of five years. The letter to this effect was read on the floor of the Senate on Tuesday by the Senate President, Ahmad Lawan. Lawan said while reading the letter that the president has forwarded Danbatta’s name for screening for a second term as EVC/CEO of the NCC. Born in Danbatta Local Government Council of Kano State, Prof. Danbatta obtained his BEng, MSc degrees from…
Access Bank has introduced Unstructured Supplementary Service Data (USSD) code *901*911# in line with the commitment of the bank to safeguard the investments and savings of its customers. The code allows customers to deactivate their USSD profile once their mobile devices get lost or stolen. This self-service enables users to deactivate their accounts using any alternative phone number, giving account holders full autonomy to safeguard their funds before official reports are directed to the bank. The Executive Director, Retail Banking, Access Bank Plc, Victor Etuokwu, said, “Access Bank is always seeking innovative ways to safeguard the resources of our customers.…
Samsung has announced a new 10W wireless charger that tops up your phone’s battery while sterilizing the device using UV-C light, The Verge reports. The company says the ultraviolet light can kill 99 per cent of bacteria and germs, though marketing materials don’t mention whether it destroys the novel coronavirus responsible for the current global pandemic. News of the charger first emerged last week from Samsung Thailand, but now the company has announced the product globally. The announcement comes at a time when people are particularly worried about the spread of COVID-19, and products that claim to clean your phone and stop…