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First 3 Winners Emerge In Microsoft Devices Lumia Christmas Promo

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Microsoft Mobile Devices and Services (MMDS) has conducted the first draws in the ongoing ‘Lumia Christmas’ promotion, as three winners are expected to drive home their brand new Ford Figo car.

MMDS had last month announced the commencement of the ‘Lumia Christmas’ promotion aimed at making the holiday season special for its customers.

At the draws held in Lagos on Thursday, in the presence of officials from the Nationla Lottery Regulatory Commission (NLRC), Chukwude Anayo based in Anambra State, Dada Adedayo (Lagos) and Emem Sundaya, also based Lagos, emerged the first-three-winners, having bought Microsoft Lumia smartphones within the last two weeks.

The promotion which runs from November 24th to December 31st 2014 will see more nine (9) Lumia smartphone and tablet buyers drive away with a brand new Ford Figo car as well as lots of instant gifts.

Speaking to Nigeria CommunicationsWeek immediately after the winners were announced, Olumide Balogun, senior product manager, Microsoft Mobile Devices and Services, West and Central Africa, said, “For us at the Microsoft Mobile, it is important that we reward our Lumia loyalists. They believe in us that ‘Lumia make Things Happen’. Our brand urge is to empower consumers to do more. So, whether it is the windows Phone or the tablets, PCs, we truly want them to do and achieve more”.

Reacting to Dada Adedayo’s testimonial of being delighted with Windows 8 operating system which motivated him to purchase the Lumia 630, Balogun said, “With Microsoft you can always expect fantastic products and services; whether it is Windows 8 or 10, what we can promise is unrivaled or unmatched experience from both mobile, PC and tablets. That is a promise we have made to consumers over time, and have delivered on those promises too.

He also that “Everyone stands a chance of winning one of the 12 brand new Ford Figo cars on offer. All they need to do is buy any Lumia smartphone or tablet and SMS keyword LUMIA your NAME and IMEI number to 38680”

Microsoft Mobile Devices and Services has launched Five new Lumia smartphones into the Nigerian market in the last year.

They include the Lumia 930, Lumia 1520, Lumia 1320, Lumia 630 Dual SIM, and the bestselling Lumia 530 Dual SIM. Only last week, the company introduced the Lumia 830 and the Lumia 730 Dual SIM selfie smartphone into Nigeria.

The Lumia 730 also known as Microsoft’s first selfie Smartphone comes with a full High Definition wide angel 5megapixel front facing camera for users to take perfect selfies and share quickly and easily on their social networks, while the Lumia 830 with its premium metal finish, brings Microsoft’s flagship style and performance to more people with integrated Microsoft experiences and superior PureView imaging.

From the Regulator’s point of view, Jude Ogaga Ughwujabo, head, Regulation & Monitoring, National Lottery Regulatory Commission, described the process as free and fair. He said, “We witnessed the draw and saw that everything done was in line with the rules. The customers contacted were not those expecting anything in the first place. They were excited; which is the beauty of it. We are happy that Microsoft did it in a transparent manner.

On the presentation of the prizes, he said, “That is our job. During the presentation, we will be there to ensure those called were actually those that received the gift”.

Speaking further on the devices, Balogun explained that Lumia 730, in particular, combines a slim, vibrant style with powerful performance to create an uncompromised smartphone experience.

Alongside Dual SIM 3G support, the Lumia 730 provides outstanding personalization brought by Windows Phone 8.1 to deliver seamless experiences to users.

“One distinct feature of the Lumia 730 smartphone is the full HD 5MP front facing camera that not only takes unbeatable selfies but also make video calls on Skype through the wide-angle lens that lets you capture as many family and friends as you can.

He added that both the Lumia 730 and 830 come with our signature Lumia applications and Microsoft services which make these devices work and play tool. Users can make anything happen with any of these devices as they can start their work anywhere using the Microsoft OneNote or Microsoft Office tools which they can upload to OneDrive and download anywhere and anytime for continuity.

 


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WIOCC’s Strategic Role in Addressing Subsea Cable Outages

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WIOCC, Africa’s digital backbone, is leading the continent’s response to the cable cuts currently affecting the WACS, ACE, Main One and SAT3 subsea systems on Africa’s western seaboard.

WIOCC’s highly resilient network, with hyperscale capacity on every major system is the largest in Africa and ideally placed to swiftly deliver restoration solutions to hyperscalers, fixed and mobile carriers, internet service providers and other clients, enabling them to quickly re-establish key traffic routes into, within and out of Africa, thereby minimising performance degradation for their end-customers.

According to Chris Wood, Group CEO of WIOCC, “Immediately the four subsea cables were severed off the coast of Cote d‘Ivoire our engineering, operations and field teams swung into action.

“They have been working tirelessly for the last 48 hours with our strategic network partners and equipment suppliers and will, within the next 24 hours, have activated an unprecedented additional 2 Terabits per second (Tbps) of capacity across the unaffected cables in our network to support the capacity needs of other network operators and hyperscalers.

“Our clients connected directly at Open Access Data Centres (OADC) data centres in South Africa and Nigeria are already protected from the impact of the subsea outages due to the unique levels of redundancy and scale of the WIOCC core backbone.

“In Lagos, the Equiano cable, in which WIOCC owns a fibre pair, has not been affected by the incident off Cote d‘Ivoire. WIOCC lands the cable directly into the OADC data centre, establishing the most resilient digital ecosystem hub in Lagos and offering the most direct connectivity to Europe and South Africa.

“As a result, OADC’s data centres and WIOCC’s hyperscale network are playing a key role in restoring services to other facilities and operators currently suffering outages in Lagos and elsewhere on the continent.”

“Our priority is to ensure minimal disruption and maximum resilience for our clients,” added Ryan Sher, Group Chief Operating Officer at WIOCC.

“We have invested heavily in deploying diverse, highly-scalable national and international connectivity to support the uptime requirements of our wholesale client base. Investing at scale means that we consistently carry extra capacity, ensuring we are able to rapidly turn up or re-route capacity to address unexpected network disruptions.

“It also enables us to deploy short-term restoration solutions for other operators on a case-by-case basis. Any service provider affected by these outages, whether an existing WIOCC client or not, is encouraged to contact us to explore options.”

WIOCC’s policy of strategic deployment of converged, open-access digital infrastructure at a hyperscale level and delivery of unrivalled resiliency, enables it to meet and anticipate the needs of Africa’s wholesale community with sufficient scale and network diversity to address even the most challenging situations.


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Voice, Data Services Affected by Undersea Cable Cuts Restored – NCC

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Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has announced that the recent Undersea Cable Cuts that affected Voice, Data Services have now been restored.

Aminu Maida, executive vice chairman, NCC

 

The commission in a statement released on Monday and signed by Reuben Muoka, Director, Public Affairs, said that services have now been restored to approximately 90% of their peak utilization capacities.

According to him, “following the disruption on March 14, 2024, which affected data and voice services due to cuts in undersea fibre optics along the coasts of Cote d’Ivoire and Senegal, we are pleased to announce that services have now been restored to approximately 90% of their peak utilization capacities.

“All operators who were impacted by the cuts have taken recovery capacity from submarine cables which were not impacted by the cuts, and have thus recovered approximately 90% of their peak utilisation capacities.

“Mobile Network Operators have assured the Commission that data and voice services would operate optimally pending full repairs of the undersea cables as they have managed to activate alternative connectivities to bring back the situation to normalcy.

“We extend our appreciation to telecom consumers for their patience and understanding during the downtime caused by the undersea fibre cuts,” he concluded.


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IIM United Kingdom Inducts new Members, Highlights the Power of Intelligent Technologies

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Institute of Information Management (IIM) United Kingdom successfully hosted its highly anticipated Annual Convention and 47th Induction/Investiture ceremony on March 9, 2024, at the Wesley London Euston.

Dr. Oyedokun Oyewole, president/chairman-Governing Council, Institute of Information Management (IIM) Africa

The event, held under the theme “AI Renaissance: Unleashing the Power of Intelligent Technologies,” brought together distinguished professionals, thought leaders, and industry experts from various sectors.

The convention commenced with a thought-provoking Welcome Address and Keynote Speech delivered by Amb. (Dr) Oyedokun Ayodeji Oyewole FIIM, ERMS, RMEMS, FIRMS, the esteemed international President of the Institute of Information Management (IIM) Africa. His address set the tone for insightful discussions and collaborative engagements throughout the event.

Among the notable highlights was the Inauguration and Taking of Oath of Office by Acting Vice President of IIM United Kingdom Chapter, Prof. Rotimi Jaiyesimi, FIIM, who assumed the role in an acting capacity following his recent appointment by the IIM Africa Board.

A significant announcement was made during the convention regarding the launch of a single global annual Convention starting in 2025. 

“This groundbreaking initiative”, according to Dr. Oyedokun Oyewole, president/chairman-Governing Council, Institute of Information Management (IIM) Africa, “will unite all IIM Africa Global Chapters for the Convention, induction, and investiture, streamlining the event into a singular, impactful gathering. The announcement, made by Aisha Dania Ogieriakhi, FIIM, Director of IIM United Kingdom Chapter, marks a new era of collaboration and cohesion within the IIM community”.

The convention attracted a diverse array of attendees, including dignitaries, traditional rulers, captains of industry, and professionals from various backgrounds. Notable guests included Chief Bimbo Roberts Folayan, FIIM – Former Chairman (2011-2015) Central Association of Nigeria in the United Kingdom (CANUK), Cllr. Sunny Lambe, FIIM – Southwark Labour and Cooperative Councilor, Michaelene Holder-March, FIIM – Managing Director of MHM Health Consultancy Ltd, His Highness Papa Paul Jones Eganda, FIIM – Founder and the President of AIDO Network International, Chief (Dr) Richmond Macgrey, FIIM – Representative & Public Relations Minister of His Royal Majesty, Ogiame Atuwatse III, (Olu of Warri) in the Diaspora and others.

Throughout the event, discussions revolved around key themes such as the transformative potential of artificial intelligence, the ethical implications of intelligent technologies, and the role of information management in shaping the future.

A highlight of the convention was the induction of new members into the Honorary Fellowship Grade and Professional Fellowship Grade, recognizing their exemplary contributions to the field of data and information management. Additionally, the collaboration between IIM and the International University of Information Management (IUIM) resulted in the conferment of Honorary Doctorate Degree Awards to deserving professionals and achievers in society, adding a prestigious dimension to the event. 

Both sessions were anchored by the duo of Antoinette R. Okoye and Olufemi Ibiwoye, a fixed specialist at BT Enterprises PLC London, England, United Kingdom.

One memorable moment came from Julliet Makhapila, a Community Transformer, Changemaker, Innovator, and Social Impactor from the United Kingdom, who volunteered to extend the IIM Africa initiative to her home country of Kenya, further expanding the institute’s reach and impact.

The convention provided ample networking opportunities and special activities for attendees, fostering meaningful connections and collaborations among participants.

Co-hosted by IIM Africa and the International University of Information Management (IUIM), the 2024 Annual Convention epitomized the mission and goals of the Institute of Information Management, serving as a platform for knowledge sharing, professional development, data leadership development and overall community building leveraging on access to quality data for effective decision making in both public and private establishments.

As the convention concluded, the main takeaways included maintaining a vibrant community of professionals, sharing best practices, and nurturing collaborative efforts to advance the field of data and information management.


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