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“Forbes” Richest Men List is Bad Copy of Original
The recent ranking of the richest men in Nigeria reportedly credited to Forbes has stirred a varied assortment of comments not just for the controversial listing of some of greatest debtors in the country but for revealing some golden fishes that have hid in the background for some time.
But for what it was worth, that list was a bad photocopy of the original: it was original to a blog called Strategic Business Team.
Anyways, Forbes Africa has cleared the air on the purported list saying “The information that was published in a recent article that made reference to a list of the wealthiest Nigerian businessmen was not created nor produced by Forbes Africa or its parent company, Forbes”
“Forbes Africa, its parent company in the United States, its affiliates and subsidiaries including staff, hereby unequivocally disassociates itself from the article, the content, thereof and any information that is related to it” it said.
But at the risk of maligning the list, Aliko Dangote was justifiably ranked as the richest African in the world just as “Forbes “ was spot on with Mike Adenuga who has hands in every profitable pie.
There are a few others where “Forbes “got it right after looking at the shares they held in quoted companies; the size; and market share of their companies; the number of companies they own; and its assumed value; the market value of their company’s brand; and the impact of their companies on the Nigerian economy.
But one name that stood out in the Forbes list is Leonard Stanley Nnamdi Ekeh generally known as Leo-Stan, a man who nearly lost his head selling international commodities.
Leo-Stan, a first rate economist, risk manager and digital entrepreneur has built an enviable business empire with his bare hands and special God’s favour.
Nigeria CommunicationsWeek assumes that “Forbes did not contemptibly rank its list in the order it appeared because Leo-Stan and his companies are arguably the only ones in the country not trading with banks’ or other peoples’ money.
He is a solid digital entrepreneur and an Icon of Hope, who has given Nigeria IT identity in the international community.
Leo-Stan is a motivational leader whose vision to “Computerize Nigeria” has reshaped the history of information Technology in the Nigeria in particular and the Third World in general.
He pioneered Desktop Publishing and Computer Graphics in Nigeria, with his first company, Task Systems Ltd in 1989.
Through Task Systems Ltd, he succeeded in computerizing 95% of the Print Media, Advertising Agencies and Publishing Houses in Nigeria! This was just the first step in a journey that would revolutionize the Nigerian Media and Multi – Media sector.
Following his success with his first company, he pioneered the distribution of ICT products in West Africa with Technology Distributions Ltd.
This company is now the No.1 ICT distribution company in Sub Saharan Africa. Under his leadership, Technology Distributions Ltd. has become one of the most recognized and decorated distribution companies in Nigeria and Africa as a whole.
For years, TD has consistently won awards for outstanding performance in areas such as market penetration, revenue generation and preferred partner status.
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9mobile Addresses Recent Service Outages, Apologizes for Inconvenience
9mobile has apologized for the recent service outages experienced by its valued customers which has affected their ability to provide voice, data, internet services. “We understand the frustration these disruptions have caused and deeply regret the inconvenience.
“Our technical team has identified the root causes of the outages including a fire incident at our Main Data Centre in Lagos last night which severely impacted services especially in the Lagos and South-West. We are grateful for the swift intervention of the Lagos State Fire Service, which helped prevent further damage.
“Prior to the fire incident, our network experienced major fibre interruptions leading to varying degrees of outages. We had a fibre cut on the backbone links in Lagos which led to a total data outage across the country.
“This was followed closely by two vandalism incidents in Lagos and Abuja, leading to total service outage in South-West and data service outage in the North. Services have now been fully restored in the North & South-South States while restorations work is ongoing in others. We expect to fully restore services as soon as possible”
At 9mobile, customer satisfaction is remains top priority. “We value the trust you place in us and appreciate your patience and understanding during this challenging time. Customers who continue to experience issues can reach out to our customer service team via our social media touchpoints or our experience centres”.
Once again, we sincerely apologize for the disruption and thank you for your continued support.
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NAF Delegation Visits Zinox Technologies, Discuss Partnership
A high-level delegation from the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) recently visited Zinox Technologies, Africa’s foremost integrated ICT solutions company, exploring avenues for a strategic partnership to strengthen the Air Force’s operational and technological infrastructure.
The delegation, led by AVM SK Usman, Chief of Communications Information Systems (CCIS), included notable figures such as Dr. Asogbon, Strategic Consultant on Communication, Air Commodore Isah, Commander of the 041 CIS Dep, Air Commodore AI Hanidu, Director of Information Technology, Air Commodore HC Usman, Director of Electronic Warfare, Squadron Leader Bilawu, and Group Captain Oloretore, Commander of the 641 CIS Group.
During the visit, NAF representatives commended Zinox Technologies for its significant contributions to technological development across Nigeria and Africa. They emphasized the importance of collaboration in addressing critical needs, including the localization and implementation of robust data storage solutions at NAF headquarters and nationwide offices to ensure data security and accessibility, as well as deploying intelligent and advanced video surveillance systems to enhance security and operational efficiency.
Additionally, the discussions highlighted providing reliable and efficient alternative power solutions to support critical operations and establishing and equipping annex facilities to meet the NAF’s growing data storage and processing requirements. Both parties also proposed solutions to support the development of various data centres for the Air Force. These discussions underscored Zinox’s capability to meet NAF’s complex requirements, leveraging its experience and innovative technology offerings to enhance national security operations.
Zinox Technologies, known for its pioneering role in the African tech industry, has a proven track record and a rich history of impactful projects across Nigeria and the continent. The company has been instrumental in driving digital transformation initiatives, providing cutting-edge IT solutions, and supporting numerous sectors with innovative tech products.
The foremost tech company has executed several transformative initiatives, including Africa’s largest ICT voter registration rollout and impactful e-education and e-health projects in Nigeria. Zinox holds prestigious certifications such as the Microsoft Windows Hardware Quality Lab Certification and ISO 9001:2000.
Zinox’s commitment to technological advancement has earned them a reputation as a leader in the African tech ecosystem, making them a trusted partner for the NAF’s ambitious projects.
By partnering with Zinox, the NAF aims to leverage indigenous cutting-edge technology to enhance its operational capabilities and contribute to the overall development of the Nigerian Air Force. This collaboration highlights Zinox’s unwavering commitment to leveraging technology to support Nigeria’s growth and development.
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Nasarawa Technology Village Attracts 12Bn Investments
Modern Shelter Systems and Services Limited, one of Nigeria’s leading real estate firms has announced that the Nasarawa Technology Village has attracted investments of N12 billion since the project commenced.
The real estate firm added that it has officially commenced feasibility studies for the Aso-Pada Toll Road, which will catalyse the development of the tech-driven innovation hub, creating value for investors and transforming lives along the Keffi-Nyanya-Abuja corridor.
With the signing of the Aso-Pada Toll Road project, Modern Shelter said it is one step closer to realising the vision of Nasarawa Technology Village, which is powered by innovation as the project will connect communities, attract investments, and unlock socio-economic opportunities while providing sustainable, affordable housing for the future.
Commenting on the development, Abdulmalik Mahdi, chief executive officer, said that “The Aso-Pada Toll Road will serve as the backbone of Modern Shelter’s Nasarawa Technology Village, bringing 1,962 homes, a tech incubation centre and more to life.
“The Aso-Pada Toll Road will not only enhance connectivity but also drive the success of our Nasarawa Technology Village project, powered by NGN12.5 billion in investments. Together, we’re creating a hub for innovation, sustainability, and opportunity,” he explained.
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