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- 1 Oct 2020
Our Mission is to Provide Broadband Penetration and Other Telecom Services Across Remote Areas in Africa – Wole Abu, CEO, Pan African Towers
Wole Abu is the Chief Executive Officer of Pan African Towers Limited, an indigenous infrastructure company in the African telecoms market. In this interview with Nigeria CommunicationsWeek team, Abu…
- 25 Apr 2017
Etihad Airways Promote Abu Dhabi Stopovers with #EtihadChallenge
Etihad Airways has thrown down the gauntlet to the millions of guests who transit through its Abu Dhabi home, as well as the residents of the UAE, by challenging them to experience a host of ‘once in…
- 21 Aug 2013
ABU Zaria Partner Dataflex on Computer Based Tests
Ahmadu Bello University (ABU) Zaria, one of the foremost Federal Universities in Nigeria has engaged the services of Dataflex a leading ICT solutions and services company in the country in the supply…
- 30 Oct 2017
Global Internet Stakeholders Convene in Abu Dhabi for ICANN60
By peter oluka The Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) has kicked off its 60th Public Meeting in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates (UAE). From 28 October to 3 November, more…
- 10 Jun 2026
IMF Warns Nigeria of Risks in $5Bn Swap Deal with First Abu Dhabi Bank
The IMF on Tuesday warned of risks surrounding Nigeria's plan to borrow up to $5 billion through a derivatives agreement with First Abu Dhabi Bank, saying such transactions are often opaque and…
- 9 Feb 2026
Webb Fontaine Unveils AI Customs Revolution at WCO Abu Dhabi Summit
Webb Fontaine has launched Webb Fontaine Zerø, a groundbreaking AI-powered Customs platform, at the 2026 WCO Technology Conference in Abu Dhabi, drawing over 1,500 delegates from 100+ countries. Webb…
- 5 Nov 2024
Wole Abu Takes over as Funke Opeke Resigns as MD of MainOne
Funke Opeke, founder/CEO, MainOne, Nigerian internet connectivity giant, has stepped down from her role after 14 years – two years after Equinix, digital infrastructure business, bought her company,…
- 30 Mar 2009
ABU Commends MTN Foundation
Top academics and principal officers of the Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, have showered encomiums on the MTN Foundation, the vehicle for MTN’s corporate social responsibility…
- 23 Mar 2009
MTNF Parleys ABU Students
Over 3,000 students of the Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria benefited from a one-day interactive session with top officials of MTN and its CSR vehicle, MTN Foundation (MTNF) last week, at the…
- 6 Apr 2016
Microsoft- BETT Inaugural MEA & Turkey Education Leadership Forum Begins In Abu Dhabi
‎Microsoft Worldwide Education (MWE) in partnership with BETT, the world’s leading event for learning technology, commenced the inaugural & Expo Middle East Leadership Forum focused on…
- 21 Nov 2021
NCC Partners ABU, Zaria, on Copyright
The Nigerian Copyright Commission has indicated commitment to partnership with the Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria to boost copyright knowledge and development of creativity. Dr. John O. Asein,…
- 17 May 2013
Etisalat, ABU Partner to Offer M.Sc in Telecommunications Engineering
Etisalat Nigeria has entered into partnership with the Ahmadu Bello University to established academic position for a Masters in Science (M.Sc) in telecoms engineering within the academic syllabus.…
- 1 Mar 2017
Microsoft Announces New Head for Middle East Africa
Microsoft on Tuesday announced the appointment of Samer Abu Ltaif as the president of its Middle East and Africa (MEA) region. Abu Ltaif, who joined Microsoft in 2004, has held many senior roles…
- 15 Jun 2015
Etihad Airways’ Perfect Flight Takes Off, Saves Fuel & Emissions
As part of its on-going commitment to minimise the environmental impact of its operations, Etihad Airways recently launched an Abu Dhabi Perfect Flight Program by conducting a fuel-optimised ‘Perfect…
- 7 Jun 2016
Etisalat Strengthens Cliqfest with Ahmadu Bello University Visit
Etisalat Nigeria has strengthened its bond with the Nigerian youth when it took its innovative youth-engagement programme, Cliqfest to the Ahmadu Bello University (ABU) campus in Zaria, Kaduna State…
- 15 Feb 2023
9mobile, Ahmadu Bello University rekindle Decade Long Strategic Partnership
Innovative and youth-friendly telecommunications company, 9mobile has announced the renewal of its strategic partnership with the prestigious Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria. This announcement…
- 23 May 2014
Airtel Appoints Regional Operations Directors for Lagos, North
Airtel Nigeria, leading telecommunications services provider, has announced the appointment of Mr. Femi Oshinlaja and Mr. Wole Abu as regional operations director for its Lagos and Northern Regions,…
- 1 Nov 2016
Eutelsat Boosts Africa Broadband Programme with Multi-Year Capacity Agreement with Yahsat
Eutelsat Communications and Yahsat, the Abu Dhabi-based international satellite operator, have signed a multi-year capacity agreement giving Broadband for Africa, Eutelsat’s African broadband…
- 26 Jun 2026
Despite Warnings, FG Draws Down $1.5Bn as First Tranche of FAB $5Bn Loan Deal
Nigeria has accessed the first tranche of its $5 billion derivatives financing arrangement with First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB), drawing about $1.5 billion under the deal approved by the national assembly…
- 17 Mar 2017
Banks Reject Etisalat’s Naira, Want Dollars for Loan Repayment
Nigerian banks have opposed a proposal by Etisalat Nigeria to convert part of a $1.2 billion loan from dollars into naira and want Abu Dhabi telecoms group Etisalat and its other shareholders to…
- 8 Apr 2015
Second Group of 18 Students in Etisalat ETEP Set For Internship
Etisalat Nigeria, has announced that the second group of 18 students from the Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria is set for internship at the company. This is a pre-requisite for the Etisalat…
- 14 Mar 2017
Etisalat May Sell Nigerian Unit Stake after Debt Deal
Abu Dhabi-listed Etisalat is considering a sale of its stake in Etisalat Nigeria after the local unit defaulted on a $1.2 billion loan payment but wants the unit's debt restructured before it starts…
- 1 Dec 2016
Firm to Organise One-Day Training for Intending Courier Operators
In a renewed effort to inundate entrepreneurs intending to delve into courier business, IHP Consulting Services Limited has perfected plans to hold a-day training in Lagos. Ahmed Abu, principal…
- 30 Jun 2026
Debt Alert: FG Opens $5bn Foreign Facility, Takes $1.5bn First Tranche
Federal Government has confirmed that it has accessed the first $1.5 billion from its $5 billion financing facility with First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB), marking the initial drawdown from the arrangement.…
- 16 Mar 2016
Oradian Takes Financial Inclusion Innovation to 18th Microcredit Summit
Oradian showcases its innovative financial inclusion application to around 700 people from around the world who are gathering March 14-17, 2016, in Abu Dhabi, for a 4-day Microsoft Summit. High-level…
- 13 Sept 2013
Path Solutions Receives 'Leader in Technology’ Awards
Path Solutions, a leading Islamic banking software provider has received the prestigious Arab Achievement Award 2013 at a glittering ceremony held on September 10 at the Beach Rotana, Abu Dhabi. The…
- 3 May 2017
Ericsson, Etisalat Conduct 5G Trial With Outdoor Mobility
Ericsson and Etisalat have successfully conducted a 5G trial with outdoor mobility, on Tuesday, at Etisalat’s Head Office in Abu Dhabi, UAE. The trial demonstrated 5G capabilities in a real world…
- 13 Dec 2024
Binance and Circle Join Forces to Boost USDC Utility Worldwide
Crypto industry giants Circle Internet Group Inc. and Binance have joined forces in a new strategic partnership announced today at Abu Dhabi Finance Week that will expand adoption of USDC and support…
- 29 Apr 2016
Key Takeaways from BETT MEA & Turkey Leadership Forum 2016
Education and policy leaders drawn from Middle East, Africa and Turkey, recently, met at the inaugural BETT Middle East Leadership Forum held in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates with the sole aim of…
- 6 Feb 2014
Vodacom Business Unveils Service Solutions for SMEs
Vodacom Business Nigeria yesterday unveiled its innovative solution Software as a Service (SaaS) to Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in Lagos. Unveiling the solution, Abu Etu, Vodacom…