In a world driven by noise, trends, and fleeting fame, true leadership rooted in vision and authenticity is rare. Yet, Prince Nnamdi Ekeh, Group Chief Executive Officer of Konga Group, continues to stand out as one of Africa’s most compelling digital trailblazers. At just 30, the Oxford-trained entrepreneur has not only redefined the face of e-commerce in Africa but also become a global symbol of innovation, resilience, and transformative leadership. His latest recognition at the iconic House of Lords, London, underscores this impact. In a historic moment, Prince Ekeh emerged as the youngest African ever to receive two prestigious global…
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Nigeria’s telecommunications landscape is set for a major transformation as Mr. Soji Maurice-Diya, Chief Executive Officer of Nigerian Telecommunications Limited (ntel), unveiled an ambitious roadmap to reposition the once-dormant national carrier for a digital-era comeback. Speaking at the Technology Times Thought Leadership Series held on Friday in Lagos, Maurice-Diya outlined ntel’s strategic vision to reclaim its place in the industry through innovation, youth-driven inclusion, and collaborative partnerships across the sector. Appointed earlier in 2025, the ntel chief disclosed that the company is gearing up for a phased re-entry into the market by the first quarter of 2026, even as he…
…Next phase of 2025 Nigeria PachiPanda Challenge to Commence MTN Nigeria Communications Plc, in partnership 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 shortlisted 100 young Nigerian innovators for the second phase of the Nigeria PachiPanda Challenge. The Challenge is dedicated to developing home-grown solutions for the nation’s most pressing environmental issues, including climate change, pollution, community conservation and environmental sustainability. The top 100 innovators were selected from over 2,169 applications received nationwide, following a rigorous multi-stage screening and evaluation process. The assessment…
The Alternative Bank (‘AltBank’) has announced the launch of The Alternative Bank-Utiva Women in Tech Scholarship, a landmark initiative designed to empower women entrepreneurs with digital skills, innovation design, and business growth training. The announcement was made during a high-level virtual convening held on Friday to commemorate the International Day for Rural Women. The scholarship programme, which begins in November 2025, forms part of the Bank’s wider Corporate Social Investment commitment to bridge gender and digital divides, equipping women with tools to scale their enterprises and strengthen their participation in the emerging digital economy. Speaking during the event, Korede Demola-Adeniyi,…
In a show of shared commitment to a safer digital ecosystem, PalmPay, one of Nigeria’s leading digital banking platforms, partnered with the Nigeria Police Force National Cybercrime Centre (NPF-NCCC) in Abuja to mark the 2025 Cybersecurity Awareness Month. Themed “Secure Our World,” the Cybersecurity Awareness Walk convened key players from law enforcement, regulatory agencies, and the private sector to raise public consciousness on online safety, financial fraud prevention, and responsible digital behaviour. Through its participation, PalmPay reinforced its dedication to advancing cybersecurity awareness and protecting consumers in Nigeria’s rapidly growing digital finance space. The company emphasized the importance of collaboration…
Konga, Nigeria’s foremost e-commerce powerhouse, is set to ignite the nation’s shopping scene once again with the return of Konga Yakata 2025, the country’s biggest and most anticipated Black Friday extravaganza. Scheduled to run for an entire month, from Saturday, November 1 to Sunday, November 30, 2025, the nationwide shopping festival promises an unmatched experience filled with massive discounts, exclusive deals, and exciting rewards for shoppers across all categories. To build anticipation, Early Bird Deals kicked off on October 26th and will run through October 31st, giving early shoppers a head start on some of the year’s most incredible bargains.…
By Onwudiwe I. Onwudiwe In the long and troubled conversation called Nigeria, symbols have never been innocent. Every gesture from the seat of power carries a whisper of history, a shadow of fear, a tremor of memory. It is in that sensitive space that the Federal Government now proposes to unveil a framework christened Nigeria National Halal Economy Strategy: A Pathway to a Trillion-Dollar Economy. At first glance, it looks like an ordinary policy drive – a bid to harness the global Halal market that already feeds millions and attracts billions. But the title, the timing, and the theatre of…
In a bold reaffirmation of its commitment to youth empowerment and national development, leading financial technology firm OPay will convene the Empowering Futures Conference 2025 on October 31 at the Marriott Hotel, Ikeja. The landmark event marks one year since the launch of the company’s ₦1.2 billion, 10-Year Scholarship Programme, a flagship initiative designed to expand educational access and nurture the next generation of innovators. According to a statement by the company on Sunday, the conference will unite key stakeholders from academia, the private sector, and the media to review progress made in the past year and explore new frontiers…
Meta has concluded “The Future of Online Safety Summit” in Abuja, Nigeria — a two-day event dedicated to addressing the rising threat of financial sextortion and other digital crimes. The summit convened leading voices from government, law enforcement, civil society, and the private sector to address the rapidly evolving landscape of digital safety in Nigeria and across Africa. By focusing on local leadership, regional expertise, and inclusive collaboration, the summit demonstrated how Africa is not only a centre of innovation but also a leader in responding to digital threats. It celebrated local and international cooperation on cybercrime and the formation…
–To Deepen Quality, Safety, And Sustainability Standards The Managing Director/Chief Executive of the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN), Mrs. Olubunmi Kuku, represented by the Director of Human Resources and Administration, Dr. Luqman Emiola, has unveiled the Authority’s Integrated ISO Policy. In her opening remarks, the Director of Special Duties, Mrs. Obiageli Orah, highlighted the purpose and importance of the ISO Policy, explaining that the audit process is designed to measure FAAN’s commitment to quality and the way it conducts its business, with strong emphasis on customer satisfaction and environmental responsibility. The new policy integrates two standards, ISO 9001:2015 Quality…