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Bayobab and MTN Nigeria to Land Longest Subsea Cable in Nigeria

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2 years ago

February 23, 2024

Bayobab, a leading pan-African digital connectivity solutions provider, has announced a strategic partnership with MTN Nigeria to land a groundbreaking 45,000km subsea cable in Nigeria. Known as ‘2Africa,’ this cable is set to be the longest under-water cable globally, traversing three continents and 33 countries, with a significant portion of its route passing through Africa.

The landing station for the 2Africa cable is situated at Mopo-Onibeju in the Lekki area of Lagos. This landmark project is expected to substantially contribute to the expansion of the rapidly growing African digital economy, thereby driving economic development across the continent.

Josephine Sarouk, the Managing Director of Bayobab Nigeria, emphasized the transformative impact of the cable on Africa’s economic landscape. She stated that the 2Africa cable would directly support economic development by enhancing broadband penetration and facilitating the growth of 4G and 5G networks. This increased connectivity is poised to benefit millions of individuals and businesses across Nigeria and beyond.

Sarouk highlighted Bayobab’s commitment to investing in submarine cables to address the continent’s broadband capacity needs and promote digital inclusion. The landing of the 2Africa cable in Nigeria is expected to catalyze the country’s digital economy, aligning with the government’s vision for a thriving digital ecosystem.

Moreover, the partnership between Bayobab and MTN Nigeria underscores their dedication to meeting the growing demand for digital services, including Fintech, IoT, AI, and e-learning. The cable’s landing is anticipated to enhance network resilience and capacity, thereby ensuring seamless access to digital services for consumers and businesses alike.

One of the significant benefits of the cable’s landing is the improved access to capacity for Nigerian service providers through an open-access cable landing station. This equitable access supports the development of a robust digital ecosystem, enabling enhanced internet connectivity and driving socioeconomic growth across various sectors.

In conclusion, the landing of the 2Africa cable in Nigeria marks a significant milestone in advancing the country’s digital infrastructure and fostering inclusive economic development. The project exemplifies Bayobab and MTN Nigeria’s commitment to driving connectivity and innovation to empower individuals and businesses across Africa.

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Use Digital Skills for Community Impact, Remi Tinubu Urges Women

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4 days ago

November 7, 2025

By Onilede Titi Faith

Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has urged participants of the Renewed Hope Initiative (RHI)/Huawei Women in Tech training to apply their digital skills toward solving community challenges and driving innovation.

Speaking at the closing ceremony of the programme in Abuja, Mrs. Tinubu encouraged the 300 beneficiaries drawn from the six geopolitical zones to continue learning and adapting to new technological trends.

“Use your new skills to solve real problems in your communities because true innovation is only valuable when it improves lives,” she said, while appreciating Huawei Nigeria for partnering with RHI to empower women.

She noted that the training aligns with President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, which prioritises women’s empowerment, inclusive growth, and digital transformation.

Huawei Nigeria’s Managing Director, Chris Lu, described the initiative as a step toward placing women at the forefront of the global digital economy, adding, “When women rise, nations thrive.”

The Women in Tech programme, held between April and October 2024, equipped participants with practical digital skills to enhance their businesses and participation in Nigeria’s digital economy.

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FG to Train 7 Million Youths in Vocational, Digital Skills -Olawande

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6 days ago

November 5, 2025

By Omoniyi David

The Federal Government says it will empower seven million youths through vocational and digital skills training to boost innovation, self-reliance, and employability.

Minister of Youth Development, Comrade Ayodele Olawande, disclosed this while receiving a delegation from the IHK Giessen-Friedberg Chambers of Commerce and Industry, Germany, in Abuja.

He said the initiative, under the Nigerian Youth Academy (NIYA), aligns with President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda and seeks to produce “innovators and entrepreneurs, not just job seekers.”

Olawande revealed plans to launch a digital learning platform similar to Coursera to make skill acquisition accessible nationwide.

In his remarks, Dr. Matthias Leder, CEO of IHK Giessen-Friedberg, reaffirmed Germany’s support for Nigeria’s youth development efforts and announced that 300 Nigerian youths will graduate from the Legal Labour Migration and Dual Vocational Training Project on November 12, 2025.

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NiMet Deploys Electric Vehicles in Five International Airports

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6 days ago

November 5, 2025

By Omoniyi David

The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet), has deployed electric vehicles (EVs), for airside operations at Lagos, Abuja, Kano, Port Harcourt, and Enugu international airports, the first of its kind in Nigeria’s aviation sector.

The agency said the move aligns with President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda on clean energy and sustainability.

Each airport will have charging stations to support the eco-friendly vehicles, which can travel up to 200 kilometres per charge.

NiMet noted that the initiative will reduce emissions, lower maintenance costs, and improve operational efficiency.

The adoption of EVs, it added, reflects Nigeria’s commitment to carbon reduction and global sustainability standards.

Director-General Prof. Charles Anosike described the project as a milestone in advancing green growth and modernising NiMet’s operations within the aviation industry.