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Subscribers Hail Globacom’s 35hrs Free Call Offer
Subscribers across the country have commended Globacom for the 35 hours free call offer launched by the network.
The offer which they described as the most attractive in the product category in the industry gives subscribers 35 hours of free calls when they spend up to N200 worth of credit per week. The free hours can be used to make Glo-to-Glo calls from 12 a.m. to 5 a.m. the following week.
Several Glo subscribers who spoke on the free call offer said that Glo has shown yet again that it is a caring network committed to rewarding customers for their patronage. They noted that it is a very valuable offer which has enhanced their ability to communicate with their loved ones at very affordable cost.
Mary Rose Ajakaye, a student of Lagos State University, said: “I utilize the free hours to call my mum and siblings and my other friends who are also on the Glo network. It is a very valuable offer which I will continue to use as long as it lasts, sleep or no sleep.”
Mrs. Toyin Salako, a food vendor in Ajah, Lagos, stated that: “Glo is the people’s network. Their promotions over the years have been targeted at improving the lives of the masses. I am excited with this free call promo. I can talk for free for hours on end if I manage to spend N200 in a week.”
Umoh Essiet of the Engineering faculty of University of Calabar also expressed joy at the Glo free call offer. “Being students, we find it difficult to spend heavily on recharges. But with this offer, I am assured of 35 hours of free calls the following week once I spend only N200. I am happy for this offer and I commend Glo for it. I usually set my alarm clock so I can wake up and make my calls free,” he said.
At the Anambra State University, Patricia Obiora who studies English, stated that she and her friends stay up late in order to utilize the free hours to talk to their friends and family members. “It feels so good to talk for so long without worrying about credit. It is unbelievable. Glo is wonderful,” she stated.
On his part, an Abuja-based subscriber, Braimoh David, said she looked forward to every night to talk to her fiancé who lives in Port Harcourt for free. “I usually wake up every night between the free hours to talk to my fiancé non-stop just for spending N200 in a week. It is a fantastic offer,” he stated.
For many parents, the offer is the most cost effective way of staying in touch with their children and wards that are away in schools. Their view was summarized by Mrs Mary Ede, a business woman based in Kano. “The service has made it possible for me to talk to my children every day without burning my credit that much. This enables us to be closer than ever, the distance notwithstanding,” she asserted.
The Securities and Exchange Commission has revealed plans to commence investigation into the activities of an entity operating under FF Tiffany, allegedly running a fraudulent investment scheme that has defrauded citizens.
A statement by the SEC on Tuesday in Abuja said preliminary information revealed that the scheme, which promised investors unusually high and unrealistic returns, had resulted in the loss of several billions of naira.
The SEC said it viewed the activity as a threat to investor confidence and the overall integrity of the financial system.
The commission assured the public that it was working closely with law enforcement agencies and other relevant bodies to bring everyone involved in the unlawful operation to justice.
According to SEC, those found culpable will be prosecuted in accordance with the Investment and Securities Act and regulatory provisions.
SEC reiterated its earlier warnings to the general public to desist from engaging in Ponzi or unregistered investment schemes that promised guaranteed or exaggerated returns.
“These schemes are not registered with the SEC and do not offer investor protection under the law.
“The commission is currently investigating 79 schemes and will make a statement on its findings at the conclusion of the investigation,” the SEC said.
The commission encouraged investors to conduct due diligence and verify the registration status of any investment firm or product by visiting the SEC website or contacting the commission directly through official channels.
SEC said it remained committed to its mandate of protecting investors, ensuring fair practices, and maintaining confidence in Nigeria’s capital market.
The Ogun Tech Hub in Abeokuta, Nigeria received a significant step towards increasing digital access and empowering young people as US Embassy in Nigeria launched the ‘Window on America’ facility.
The newly opened centre will offer free high-speed internet, computer access, and targeted programs to help young Nigerians build essential skills in technology, entrepreneurship, and leadership.
In a post on X (previously Twitter), the US Embassy described the hub as a modern ICT and resource centre meant to promote digital inclusion and provide youths with skills.
“Hello Abeokuta! We’re thrilled to announce the opening of the Ogun Tech Hub Window on America. This dynamic space offers free high-speed internet, computers, and programs to help young people gain tech, leadership, and entrepreneurial skills,” the Embassy wrote.
The facility was established in collaboration with the Ogun State and GFA Technologies, a software solutions provider for startups and SMEs.
The Embassy said the facility is part of its wider network of 29 American hubs across Nigeria, designed to empower youth and broaden access to global knowledge and opportunities.
Speaking during the launch, Ogun State governor Dapo Abiodun urged young people to use the ICT industry for self-sufficiency and competitiveness globally.
He lauded the program as a public-private cooperation that connects Nigerian youngsters with global innovations.
The governor said: “The Ogun Tech Hub serves as a collaborative space for technologists, startups, and social entrepreneurs to develop tech-driven solutions for societal challenges. The partnership is aimed at positioning Ogun State as a leading tech hub in Africa, supporting creative problem-solving and commercial innovation.”
With the ‘Window on America’ program fully operational, Ogun State is well-positioned to boost youth empowerment and digital literacy.
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