The much-anticipated Konga Anniversary sale is here, and this year, it promises to be bigger and better than ever. As part of the Konga Mid-Year Shopping Festival, the anniversary sale will run from July 1 to July 31.

During this time, Konga will offer shoppers ultra discounts, unbeatable prices, free and same-day delivery, and exciting deals across all product categories. Celebrating its 12th anniversary, Konga is set to make this month-long event a memorable shopping experience for all its customers.

The Konga Mid-Year Shopping Festival has already been an immense success, with savings on Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG), Home and Kitchen Appliances, Electronics, Computing, Mobile Phones, Wine & Spirits, Fashion, and more.

As Konga celebrates its 12th anniversary, the discounts and offers are set to reach unprecedented levels. Shoppers can expect price slashes on a wide range of products, allowing them to save significantly on their purchases.

Konga, Nigeria’s leading e-commerce platform, has always been synonymous with quality, reliability, and superior customer service. Over the years, it has grown to become a household name, providing genuine products and exceptional service to millions of Nigerians.

This year’s anniversary sale is a testament to Konga’s commitment to its customers, offering extra savings and incredible deals that are too good to miss.

Since its inception in 2012, Konga has consistently strived to provide the best shopping experience for its customers. The growth and success over the past 12 years are a testament to its unwavering commitment to quality, customer service, and innovation.

As Konga celebrates its 12th anniversary, it is also celebrating the loyalty and trust of its customers, who have been the driving force behind its success.

“We’re thrilled to offer our customers an unparalleled shopping experience this July,” says Dave Omoregie, COO at Konga. “The combination of the ongoing Mid-Year Shopping Festival and our 12th Anniversary Sale creates a double dose of savings that’s truly unbeatable.

“We’re committed to providing Nigerians with access to high-quality products at affordable prices, and this event exemplifies that commitment.”

Konga has built a reputation for being a trusted e-commerce platform where customers can find genuine products at unbeatable prices. The anniversary sale is an opportunity for shoppers to experience the freedom and convenience that Konga offers. With the best prices, free delivery, and a wide selection of products, customers can shop confidently, knowing that they are getting the best prices available.

Customers in major cities will also enjoy having their orders delivered to their doorstep on the same day at no extra cost.

This value is only available on selected products. This service is part of Konga’s ongoing efforts to enhance the shopping experience and ensure customer satisfaction. With this initiative, Konga aims to set a new standard for e-commerce delivery in Nigeria.

The anniversary sale is an opportunity for all customers to join in the celebration and take advantage of the incredible deals on offer.

With a month-long celebration of unbeatable deals, convenience, and a touch of anniversary magic, Konga has everything you need to make this shopping extravaganza truly unforgettable.

Take advantage of this opportunity to save big and enjoy a premium shopping experience.

Following CAC’s Directive for POS operators to register and submit their CAC details on or before July 7, 2024, PalmPay is encouraging its Business users who have not yet complied with the directive to do so promptly.

This directive follows Section 863 (1) of the Companies and Allied Matters Act (CAMA) 2020 and the 2013 CBN guidelines on Agent Banking.

Speaking on this directive, Umuteme Enakeno, Head of Marketing and Communication at PalmPay, stated: “PalmPay fully supports the CAC’s directive. To provide a seamless experience for our customers, we have integrated the registration portal with our Business App. In cases where the customers need support, we provide 24/7 customer support to our operators and also conduct weekly meetings to guide them on the process.”

Important Steps to Follow:

1. Register Your Business via the PalmPay Business App: Ensure that all necessary documents and information are provided accurately before submitting your application.

2 Update Your PalmPay Account Once you get the certificate, update your business details in your PalmPay account to reflect your new corporate status.

As always, PalmPay is committed to doing our part to foster a secure financial ecosystem. We urge all PalmPay Business customers to submit or register their CAC before the deadline. Failure to do so means that the account would be frozen.

The World Bank said it has disbursed a total of $45.5m to the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) under the Digital Identification for Development (ID4D) project.

According to the ‘Nigeria Digital Identification for Development Project’ report published by the bank on its website, the project is aimed at enrolling more Nigerians for the National Identification Number (NIN).

According to the apex bank, Nigeria was able to secure the funding with the passing into law of the Nigerian Protection Act in June last year.

The fund was disbursed in multiple tranches between December 2021 and April 2024 and disbursement is still ongoing.

The $45m so far released represents about 10.5 per cent of the total project’s cost, which is put at $430m.

While the June 1, 2024 deadline set for the enrollment of 148 million Nigerians for the NIN has passed and Nigeria is still lagging, the Bank described the progress of the project so far as ‘moderately satisfactory’. NIMC recently disclosed that 107.3 million NIN had been issued as of April this year.

The release of funds for the project which comprises a combination of loans and grants, was predicated on the institutionalisation of data protection.

The development comes on the hills of a recent warning by the NIMC to Nigerians, against the activities of some unauthorised websites harvesting people’s data

The websites are idfinder.com.ng, Verify.ng, championtech.com.ng, trustyonline.com, and anyverify.com.

On June 20, Paradigm Initiative, a pan-African social enterprise, raised alarm over its discovery of the sale of NINs, bank verification numbers (BVNs), and other personal data of Nigerians on a website for as low as N100.

According to the organisation, a website known as ‘AnyVerify.com.ng’ was discovered to be involved in the commercial distribution of personal and private data of Nigerians.

Paradigm Initiative added that several unauthorised websites are claiming to hold and provide access to sensitive personal and financial data of Nigerian citizens “for as little as 100 Naira”.

“This alarming development presents a major breach of the fundamental rights to privacy, a breach of

Reacting to the report, the commission said AnyVerify.com.ng and other aforementioned websites, are data harvesters and unauthorised to access or manage sensitive data.

The agency also denied the exposure of sensitive data of Nigerians “as alleged and reported”.

“The commission, at this moment, assures the public that the data of Nigerians has not been compromised, and the Commission have not authorised any website or entity to sell or misuse the National Identification Number (NIN) amongst all the identities stated in the report,” NIMC said.

“NIMC urges the public to disregard any claims or services these websites offer and should not give their data as they are potentially fraudulent and data provided by the public on such websites are gathered and stored to build the data services they illegally provide.

“Consequently, the public should know that the commission has taken robust measures to safeguard the nation’s database from cyber threats- a secure, world-class, full-proof database is in place.

“The commission’s infrastructure meets the stringent ISO 27001:2013 information security management system standard, with annual recertification and strict compliance with the Nigerian Data Protection Law.”

NIMC also advised Nigerians to avoid giving their data to unauthorised and phishing sites, stressing that licensed partners or vendors are not authorised to scan or store NIN slips but to verify them through approved channels.

“This poses the danger of data harvesting and comprises individual data,” the commission added.

“The Commission reaffirms its commitment to upholding ethical standards in data protection in line with federal government directives and data privacy regulations.”