Telecom
There Was Nothing Bombastic About MWC 2014 Says Ovum

Overall, there was nothing bombastic about Mobile World Congress 2014, according to Ovum’s analysts.
Ovum provides clients with independent and objective analysis that enables them to make better business and technology decisions.
Its research draws upon over 400,000 interviews a year with business and technology, telecoms and sourcing decision-makers, giving Ovum and the clients unparalleled insight not only into business requirements but also the technology that organisation must support. Ovum is an Informa business.
Based on its analyses of the MWC 2014 and on Industry, Communications, Broadband & Consumer services, Ovum admitted that there was a lot of talk about the content and services that runs on the broadband infrastructure.
However, it said that the Facebook/WhatsApp deal was a reminder of the gradual displacement of telcos from the content market, but there was still a lot of emphasis on service development aimed at propping up telcos’ top lines.
The strength of OTT players in messaging and now voice, challenges not only operators’ revenues, but also their role in the messaging and VoIP ecosystems.
Operators must either partner with OTT players to create more valuable, monetizable products for their customers, or they must be quick to launch their own services that leverage operator strengths such as billing, customer information, and the customer relationship to offer product bundles that help to increase loyalty and reduce churn.
According to Ovum, “the industry praised itself for connecting the world, noting that it contributed $336bn to public funds and supported 10.5 million jobs in 2013. The main call to action was for the industry to invest $1.7tn by 2020 to extend broadband connectivity globally. In the face of pricing and regulatory pressures facing telcos, this is going to be a tall order.
“As the delegates departed there was a sense of quiet satisfaction that the future of the industry is more assured than it seemed in 2013. Concerns still remain and many things could still go wrong, but as the CEO of Tele2 said to the CEO of WhatsApp when the latter announced plans to add voice to WhatsApp: “bring it on.”
Summary of the key themes from events and how Ovum sees this impacting the telecoms industry, also follows that unsurprisingly, Big Data was a key theme, but telcos were sanguine about balancing its use for new revenue opportunities or to improve customer experience with concerns about privacy.
“Orange said it is focusing only on how to use Big Data to improve services for its customers, while Deutsche Telekom called for greater clarity – especially in Europe – on the modalities for using or sharing customer data. Service providers now know (or perhaps they have always known) that to monetize their customers’ data they will need to earn those customers’ ‘Big Trust,’ a trust based on more explicit foundations than have so far existed”.
On network infrastructure, a key topic at MWC 2014 event was centralized RAN (C-RAN). This, Ovum said that, vendors demonstrated advancements in this technology despite the fact that its current market opportunities are limited to fiber-rich markets such as China and South Korea.
“Longer term – five years or more from now – the need for more capacity on the mobile network will push operators to make the fiber investments needed to expand the opportunity for C-RAN.
“5G, as expected, was also a popular topic, but what it will ultimately be remains very much an open question. Vendors are in some agreement that 5G won’t be available until 2020. Right now they are all just showing concepts around the technology, including combining multiple radio streams and higher orders of MIMO to increase throughput. But any notions about 5G are fairly immature at this point.
Ovum also analyses several other topics discussed at the events during MWC 2014, expressing disappointments in key areas.
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Telecom
MTN Nigeria Rewards 1,500+ Winners with ₦290m in Mega Billion Promo

Telecoms giant, MTN Nigeria, has announced the disbursement of over ₦290 million to more than 1,500 winners in its ongoing Mega Billion Promo.

L-R: Deji Roberts, Assistant Director, Nigerian Communications Commission, Lagos Zonal Office; Ugonwa Nwoye, Chief Customer Relations and Experience Officer, MTN Nigeria; Femi Yusuf, 10 Million MTN Mega Billion Promo Jackpot Winner; Efe Kwado, MTN Mega Billion Promo Winner; Onyinye Ikenna-Emeka, Chief Marketing Officer, MTN Nigeria and Samuel Rowland, Chief Operations Officer, Lagos State Lotteries and Gaming Authority at the MTN Mega Billion Promo Media Parley held on Saturday, July 19, 2025 at the MTN Rooftop Events Centre Plaza, Ikoyi.
The update was shared during a live event held on July 19 at the company’s Rooftop Events Centre in Lagos. Representatives from the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), the Lagos State Lotteries and Gaming Authority, MTN executives, journalists and selected promo winners were in attendance.
Speaking at the event, Onyinye Ikenna-Emeka, MTN’s Chief Marketing Officer, stated that the initiative was launched to support loyal customers during difficult times. “In the last couple of years, it’s been a tough time for the average Nigerian. This promo is one of our ways of making life better for our customers,” she said.
Ikenna-Emeka revealed that the promo has produced over 1,500 winners, including three jackpot winners, 20 winners of ₦5 million each, and more than 100 winners of ₦100,000. She added that the company remains committed to rewarding customers transparently.
One of the jackpot winners, Femi Yusuf, who won ₦10 million, shared his excitement. “I thought it was one of those promos where nothing comes out of it. My wife was the one who spotted my number during the live draw,” he said. When asked about the delivery of his prize, he replied, “Fast and fast. MTN, no scam.”
The event also featured live calls to new winners, including a woman identified as Motunrayo, who won ₦2 million. She expressed joy over the unexpected win, saying, “I’m so grateful. Thanks so much.”
Debo Agun, Senior Manager, Consumer Segment (Mass Market), explained the mechanics of the promo. He said participation is free and open to MTN subscribers who dial *900# to opt in. Airtime purchases serve as entries—₦100 worth of airtime equals one entry, and customers can win multiple times.
Agun stated that 63 winners are selected daily from Monday to Friday, while Saturdays feature 104 winners, including a ₦10 million jackpot. Other prizes range from ₦25,000 to ₦2 million and are paid into customers’ MoMo wallets. Those without wallets can create one by dialing *671#.
Promo draws are conducted and streamed live on MTN’s Instagram, YouTube, and Facebook channels. Independent partners oversee the process to maintain credibility and fairness.
The promo began on June 23 and runs for 90 days.
Telecom
MENXTT Tech NG Debuts USA-Spec Devices and Redefines IT Retail in Nigeria

MENXTT Technology NG has introduced a fresh lineup of USA-specification smartphones alongside its existing range of laptops, accessories, and software tools in a major move to redefine tech quality and customer satisfaction in Nigeria.
The firm, which operates as a fully online IT service provider, is focused on bridging the gap between businesses and customers by offering seamless tech procurement, deployment, and after-sales support.
According to Anthony Emeka Nwosu, Director of Communication and Customer Retention, the company is committed to restoring consumer trust in tech purchases through guaranteed quality, extended warranties, and structured support.
Nwosu stated that the decision to supply USA-grade devices was borne out of frustration with substandard options in the market and zero accountability.
He said MENXTT was built to be responsive, dependable, and quality-driven, assuring customers that they would not be left alone after purchase.
With services covering laptops, accessories, website development, software deployment, and IT support, MENXTT promises to take technology directly to the client with less stress.
The company, located at 8a Oje Imeviani Street, Julie Estate, Oregun, Ikeja, Lagos, is also noted for its tech-enabled structure that allows users to access solutions from anywhere in Nigeria through its online platform.
Customers can reach MENXTT Technology NG via email: info@menxtt.com.ng or website: menxtt.ng.
Telecom
MTN, MTV Base Launch “Room of Safety” Series to Promote Online Child Safety

Telecoms giant MTN Group has partnered with MTV Base to launch the Room of Safety campaign, a youth-led movement aimed at raising awareness on internet safety and digital wellbeing for children and young people across Africa.
The initiative, a major part of MTN’s Help Children Be Children campaign, seeks to address growing concerns around cyberbullying, grooming, misinformation, and other forms of online harm. Through this collaboration, MTN will leverage MTV Base’s extensive reach across youth audiences to drive impactful change.
Central to the campaign is the premiere of a 10-part short-form docu-series titled Room of Safety, which kicks off on July 20, 2025, at 16:00 on MTV Base (DStv channel 322). Episodes will also stream on MTV Base South’s digital platforms including Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok.
Each episode will feature real-life stories, expert interviews, and practical resources to help young viewers identify digital threats and take proactive steps. The series also encourages youth to speak up about negative experiences online and shows them how to report abuse.
A statement from MTN Group emphasized the importance of equipping young Africans with the knowledge and confidence to navigate digital spaces safely, adding that the campaign aims to normalize conversations around digital ethics and mental health within families, schools and peer groups.
The launch is backed by social media engagement and outreach activities targeted at schools, creators, and community organizations across multiple African countries.
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