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Airtel Touching Lives….Changing the fortune of Nigerians in Need
Nigeria’s telecom giant, Airtel, in its current revolutionary CSR TV series that is focused on empowering underprivileged individuals, communities and groups in the society, Airtel Touching lives, has further empowered hapless Nigerians in the country, this time, in the Eastern part of Nigeria.
This good gesture is in line with the telcos’ aim of celebrating individuals and projects that are making a change in the lives of people around them.
Miss Dorathy Onyemillmma and the Living Hope Organisation in Imo state were the beneficiaries in episode 11 of Airtel Touching lives.
Dorathy Onyemillmma in 2011 was so dillussioned and hopeless because she couldn’t get anybody to help her and she had aged parents and siblings to take care.
She left her hometown Awka, Anambra state in search of greener pastures to Imo state.
After searching for several jobs with no success, she took recourse back to what she had initially learnt back home; the art of snack making.
Starting off on this trade was also difficult because of low capital and financial demands from the home front.
As a single lady, Dorothy was also saddled with accommodation problem but eventually found abode in her widowed relative in Imo.
That in itself provided another huge challenge as her sister, with three school age sons, had no means of livelihood Despite her poor living conditions, Dorathy is determined to help send her sister’s children to school with the proceeds she makes from her snacks.
She believes that her nephews are gifted and took it upon herself to educate them from the meager revenue from her petty snack trade.
Dorathy who says she rarely laughs due to her gloomy life, was lucky enough to be nominated in the Airtel Touching Lives project.
For her soul rendering situation, Airtel decided to make her laugh by taking her case up and changed her fortune.
Airtel provided her with one electric frying pan, a medium sized deep freezer, three large cooking pots, a microwave, a gas cooker and a 4.5kva generator set.
Dorathy and her nephew were ecstatic and thanked Airtel for touching their lives.
In that same episode, Airtel Nigeria came to the need of members of the Living Hope Organization, a Non Government organization that propagates safe sex and cares for victims of HIV/Aids in Abia State.
Jude Munaonye, the founder of Living Hope organization tested positive to HIV/AIDS in 1999. Despite the harsh treatment from family and friends, criticisms and stigmatization, Jude cultivated positive attitude to life.
He publicly declared his HIV status and dedicates his life to helping other victims and also educates the society in order to prevent further spread of the dreaded disease, having realized that there were lots of people living with that condition.
So with the help of his blind wife, he set up the Living Hope organization to assist people with HIV and their families with access to information in order to live quality life.
At the Living Hope organization, members engage in experience sharing and provide psycho-social support to each other.
With his foundation, he has inspired the start of 25 other HIV support groups in Abia and other states. However, the organization which is situated in an uncompleted building is faced with financial challenges.
Airtel came to the help of the organization by giving them: 50 plastic chairs, 2 desktop computers, a 32” LED television set and renovated the organization’s building.
Jude and his team of management staff were overwhelmed with joy and thanked Airtel Nigeria profusely for helping them to fulfill their dreams and making a change in their lives.
The program is aired every Sunday on DSTV Channel 154 at 8pm while repeat show airs on Thursday on DSTV Channel 154 at 8.00pm and Saturday, on NTA Network by 8:05pm. Viewers can also watch past episodes on http://www.airteltouchinglives.com/
Alexandra Bazuaye, works with CMC Connect Burson-Marsteller
QNET, leading global wellness and lifestyle direct-selling company, has successfully concluded V-Malaysia 2025, its flagship annual convention, at the Penang SPICE Convention Centre in Malaysia. Held from 21–25 June, the five-day event drew over 8,000 participants from more than 30 countries, including Nigeria, reinforcing the company’s global reach and strong foothold in the African market.
For over a decade, QNET has chosen Penang as the destination for this transformative event, which blends business networking, entrepreneurial development, and immersive personal growth experiences.
The 2025 edition underscores the continued collaboration between QNET, its event partner V Global Management (The V), Tourism Malaysia, the Malaysia Convention and Exhibition Bureau (MyCEB), and its state-level affiliate, Penang Convention and Exhibition Bureau (PCEB).
In Nigeria, QNET has steadily gained recognition as a key player in the direct selling and wellness space, empowering thousands of Nigerians with entrepreneurial opportunities, health-conscious products, and financial education.
Through its innovative business model, QNET has fostered a growing community of independent distributors across states like Lagos, Abuja, and Port Harcourt. Events such as V-Malaysia provide distributors a platform to connect with the global QNET network, learn from top leaders, and gain exposure to cutting-edge tools and products that can be leveraged in their local businesses.
V-Malaysia has evolved into a premier platform for business networking, entrepreneurial development, and cross-cultural collaboration. The synergy between QNET and The V — an internationally recognised organisation specialising in large-scale training and events has been pivotal in building the convention’s global draw.
YB Wong Hon Wai, Penang State EXCO for Tourism and Creative Economy (PETACH), emphasised the regional impact of V-Malaysia: “Penang’s vibrant tourism and business events ecosystem continues to attract top-tier events like QNET’s V-Malaysia.
In 2024 alone, Penang recorded an estimated RM1.29 billion in economic impact from such events – a testament to their significance. QNET’s long-term commitment brings not only economic value but also strengthens Penang’s global reputation.”
Trevor Kuna, Chief Marketing Officer of QNET, added: “For QNET, Penang is more than just a venue; it’s a home for inspiration, collaboration, and transformation.
“Our strong base in Nigeria and across Africa makes this event especially meaningful, as we bring together entrepreneurs from across the continent to share ideas and build cross-border relationships that accelerate personal and economic growth.”
The Malaysia Convention and Exhibition Bureau (MyCEB), a government agency under the Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture and parent body of PCEB, plays a pivotal role in Malaysia’s business events ecosystem. In 2023 alone, MyCEB facilitated 248 business events, brought in over 180,700 international delegates, and generated about RM 2.8 billion in economic impact.
For V-Malaysia 2025, MyCEB’s expertise in destination marketing, strategic facilitation, and coordination between federal and state levels (through PCEB) has been instrumental in elevating Penang’s standing as a premier MICE hub.
Complementing this effort is Tourism Malaysia, whose targeted incentives and logistical backing helped deliver V-Malaysia 2025 as a high-impact global event. Their support underscores the government’s broader commitment to positioning Malaysia as a top-tier host for international conferences and high-impact corporate events.
As part of the event’s activities, QNET also unveiled new wellness innovations, including Harmoniq, a bio-signaling patch designed to enhance energy and well-being, and QWIK, a line of oral health and nutrition strips — products set to expand into markets like Nigeria in the coming year.
V-Malaysia 2025 is not just a celebration of innovation and entrepreneurship; it is a dynamic platform that exemplifies how global vision and local action, especially across Africa, can reshape the future of direct selling. For more information about V-Malaysia 2025, please visit QNET’s official website.
In today’s digital world, teens are using social media to connect with their friends, learn and explore their interests.
Instagram has developed a variety of tools to give parents peace of mind, support safer interactions, and empower teens to make thoughtful decisions online. Whether you’re new to the platform or want to stay informed, here are essential safety tools every parent should know about:
Teen Accounts: Teen Accounts were designed to support parents better and give them peace of mind that their teens have the right protections in place. Teen Accounts have built-in protections that limit who can contact them and the content they see. By default, teen accounts are set to private and teens under 16 can only change this default setting with help from a parent or guardian.
Supervision tools (parental controls): As part of Teen Accounts, Instagram offers supervision features that allow parents to stay involved in their teen’s experience on the app. With this feature, parents can monitor how much time their teen spends on Instagram, view who they follow and who follows them, receive updates when their teen reports accounts or content, and set daily time limits or scheduled breaks to help manage usage.
Daily time limit: The daily time limit feature is also part of Teen Accounts. It allows parents and teens to set limits on app usage, encouraging healthier and more mindful engagement over time.
Block, restrict and report feature: Teen Accounts include tools that allow teens to block or restrict people they don’t want to interact with and report harmful content or behavior. Restricted users won’t be able to see when your teen is online or if they’ve read messages.
Sensitive content control: This safety feature, also available through Teen Accounts, lets users filter out potentially upsetting or mature content in Explore and other surfaces. content across Explore and other surfaces.
Educational Family Center: Instagram’s Family Center is an educational hub that provides articles and guidance to help parents have meaningful conversations with their teens about their online experiences and how to make time spent online a positive experience. The hub focuses on providing parents with practical tools from online safety experts, organisations and academics on everything from bullying to cybersecurity.
Take time to explore these features with your teen and use them as a starting point for open, ongoing conversations about their online life. When parents and teens navigate these digital spaces together, everyone wins.
In a bold move to blend digital empowerment with fun and entertainment, the Anambra State ICT Agency, in partnership with the Geeks and Founders Alliance for Soludo (GEFAS), announces the availability of free WiFi at the Anambra Mega Fest/Grand Opening of Solution Fun City.
Powered by Pine Heights Systems (PHSWEB), this initiative reinforces the state government’s commitment to bridging the digital divide and bringing connectivity directly to the people.
Set to hold on Saturday, June 28, 2025, at 1 PM, the grand opening of Solution Fun City will light up Awka with a mix of tech-forward innovation and high-energy entertainment, all under the distinguished hosting of Governor Charles Chukwuma Soludo, CFR.
Attendees are in for a tech-enhanced experience featuring music, dance, comedy, games, and electrifying performances from Flavour, Umu Obiligbo, JeriQ, Jennifer Eliogu, Ugoccie, Apete, Ojadili, Ogbuefi I Go Tuk, Onye Obodo, Prince Neche, and many more.
“Technology is one of the greatest equalizers of our time.
Through digital access, we are not only empowering citizens, we are deepening civic participation and driving progress,” said Chukwuemeka Fred Agbata, MD/CEO of the Anambra State ICT Agency and Convener of GEFAS.
The event signals a new chapter in Anambra’s smart governance journey, where technology, inclusivity, and community celebration come together in one dynamic space.
To connect to the Free WiFi: turn your phone’s WiFi, select Soludo Solution WiFi and follow the prompts on the landing page
For details, call: 0201 410 1240
Follow the conversation: @gefasoludo across all social media platforms.
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