MTN Group is set to develop 150 megawatts (MW) of artificial intelligence-enabled data centre capacity in Nigeria and South Africa through a partnership with an undisclosed investor from the United Arab Emirates. The initiative is aimed at meeting the growing demand for high-performance computing and AI infrastructure in the two leading digital economies. The proposed…
The Court of Appeal has ruled that employers cannot enforce unreasonable post-employment restrictive clauses that prevent former employees from securing new jobs. In a unanimous judgment, the appellate court dismissed an appeal filed by MTN Nigeria and upheld the decision of the National Industrial Court, which awarded ₦5.1 million in compensation to former Procurement Manager,…
MTN Nigeria has temporarily suspended its airtime and data advance service, Xtratime, following new regulations introduced by the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC). In a statement to the Nigerian Exchange Limited, the telecom company said the move is to ensure compliance with the FCCPC’s 2025 guidelines on digital and non-traditional consumer lending. These…
The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN), in collaboration with MTN Nigeria, has launched complimentary WiFi services at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport Terminal 2 in Lagos and the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja. The initiative was formally unveiled on Thursday at MMIA Terminal 2 by FAAN’s Managing Director and Chief Executive, Mrs. Olubunmi…
The Lagos State Government has announced plans to transform the Obalende under-bridge into a state-of-the-art transport and community facility, named the Y’ELLO Bus Park, in partnership with MTN Nigeria. This ambitious project aims to convert what was once an unsafe, neglected space into a vibrant, functional, and commuter-friendly transport hub for residents and travelers in…
MTN Nigeria Communications Plc has declared a profit after tax of N133.7 billion for the first quarter (Q1) ended March 31, 2025, from a loss of N392.7 billion recorded in the first quarter of 2024. From the profit & loss figures, the company announced a N202.55 billion profit before tax in Q1 2025 from a…
MTN Group and Airtel Africa have agreed to share mobile phone network infrastructure in Nigeria and Uganda. On Wednesday, the two companies stated that the agreement is designed to protect investments while expanding service coverage. Mobile operators in Africa are experiencing sustained demand for digital and financial services, but the cost of building and maintaining…
MTN Nigeria has increased the prices of its internet plans to reflect the 50% tariff hike approved by the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) in January. The revised pricing now includes a 1.8GB monthly plan priced at ₦1,500, replacing the previous 1.5GB plan that cost ₦1,000, according to an updated price list reviewed by TechCabal. The…
The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has launched a major inquiry into widespread consumer complaints against leading players in the banking, telecommunications, and aviation sectors. FCCPC Director of Corporate Affairs, Ondaje Ijagwu, disclosed this in a statement on Sunday. According to Ijagwu, the inquisitions, which will begin on December 3rd, 4th, and 5th…
