Emma Okonji
Zoho, a global generation company, said it increased its business in Nigeria by 50% last year and also partnered with StartupSouth, a startup ecosystem targeting the South-South and Southeast regions, to cater to startups in the country. , with the aim of extending it to startups in other regions.
Zoho will also offer its contract monitoring solution, Zoho Contracts, free of charge for three months to help businesses comply with Nigeria’s Data Protection Act.
Zoho made the announcement on the sidelines of Zoholics Nigeria, the company’s annual conference, held in Lagos over the weekend.
Speaking at the Zoholics Nigeria 2023 conference, Zoho MEA Regional Director Ali Shabdar said: “Our expansion is a direct result of Nigerian businesses embracing the cloud generation, especially unified platforms, to digitally build and develop resilience to adapt to challenging market conditions Zoho’s unified generation stack, built from the ground up, allows us to satisfy those business desires with physically powerful responses that deliver consistently elegant user reports at an unbeatable value.
According to him, Zoho’s expansion in Nigeria is mainly due to the adoption of Zoho One, the enterprise operating system, and Zoho Workplace, a unified enterprise collaboration platform. In addition, Zoho CRM Plus (unified visitor delight platform), Zoho Books (accounting software), and Zoho Desk (helpdesk software) are the other best-selling products in the country. Zoho also expanded its partner network by 22% and more than doubled its number of workers in 2022 in Nigeria to increase its local presence and better serve its visitors.
Kehinde Ogundare, Country Manager at Zoho Nigeria, said: “Our transnational localism strategy of being rooted and at the same time staying globally connected is also key to our expansion in Nigeria as we are able to serve our customers directly with our recruited groups in Lagos. protecting businesses from fluctuations in dollar exchange rates and ensuring that business generation remains available to businesses of all sizes. Our partnership with StartupSouth and the special offer of be on Zoho Contracts are additional steps that underscore our commitment to serving the region’s business community.
Eze’s inauguration as president of SALTCCIMA takes office on November 29
The swearing-in of Chukwuemeka Eze, a veteran attorney, tax specialist, and member of NACCIMA’s Executive Committee, as the first president of the Salt City Chamber of Commerce, Industry, Mines, and Agriculture (SALTCCIMA) will be held in Ebonyi State on Wednesday. November 29, 2023.
In a statement, SALTCCIMA said the large-scale event that will take place at 10:00 a. m. at the Super Nike Hotel, across from the Federal Government College, Okposi, Ohaozara, LGA, Ebonyi State, will attract internal and external dignitaries. the state.
The Executive Governor of Ebonyi State, His Excellency Rt. Hon. Francis Ogbonna Nwifuru, fniob, who will deliver the opening message.
Opening remarks will be delivered by the National President of the Nigerian Association of Chambers of Commerce (NACCIMA), Otunba Dele Oye, while the President of the Southeast Chambers of Commerce, Industry, Mines and Agriculture (SECCIMA), Mr. Humphrey Ngonadi, will deliver a message of goodwill. Ide John C. Udeagbala, ksj, npom, outgoing president of NACCIMA, will preside over the occasion.
Members of the concerted personal sector, prominent business leaders, network leaders and CEOs of various Southeast corporations interested in making an investment in Ebonyi State will also use the opportunity as a sign of solidarity with the new head of SALTCCIMA.
Tinubu: HR Professionals Key to Economic Resurgence
President Bola Tinunu highlighted the critical role of human resources (HR) professionals in educating and managing other people to become catalysts for economic resurgence in an increasingly competitive and converting world.
The president said versatility remains the watchword, especially after “COVID 19 reshaped the way we work,” adding that physical locations have been replaced by remote locations and meetings are now being held virtually.
Speaking at the opening of the 55th International Conference and Exhibition and Emerald Anniversary of the Chartered Institute of Personnel Management of Nigeria (CIPM), under the theme: “Sustainable Human Resources, Business and National Development”, Tinubu insisted that while poverty is not a disgrace. However, this remains unacceptable in the country.
He said: “Therefore, my vision of the Nigerian workforce is one where each and every citizen who needs to be has a paid task and that is to take care of themselves and their families. Together, from this vision, we will banish poverty.
Represented at the convention through the Minister of State for Labour and Employment, the Honourable Nkiruka Onyejeocha, the President also pledged to “unite the minds of the civil service to build a greater Nigeria. A life in which our young people will thrive and in which no parent will be forced to send a child to bed hungry. “
He said the government’s commitment to ending poverty is deeply linked to its focus on economic expansion and project creation, noting that sustainable progress can only be achieved by fostering an environment where employment opportunities abound, ensuring food security and eliminating poverty.
He said: “As we pursue our vision, inclusivity is paramount. We will highlight young people in all our efforts, considering them critical participants in the success of our country.
Tinubu, in particular, congratulated the Chairman of the CIPM Board of Directors, Mr. Olusegun Mojeed, and his team on the occasion of the institute’s 55th anniversary, adding that “with the cooperation of all involved, we will reach our destination, a greater Nigeria. “”Of which we can all be proud, indeed united by freedom, peace and unity.
However, in his speech, the President of the CIPM described this year’s theme as appropriate in the current context of the global dynamics of the world of work.
He said: “Sustainability is not a fad or a buzzword. A trend? Yes, but it’s a trend that deserves to be understood by its people, its businesses and the nation. “
Airtel Nigeria reaffirms its commitment to SMEs
Emma Okonji
Airtel Nigeria has reiterated its commitment to support the expansion of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Nigeria, their knowledge control and cloud solutions.
The telecommunications company said this at a media roundtable recently hosted through Airtel Nigeria in Lagos.
Airtel Nigeria’s Director of Corporate Communications and CSR, Mr. Femi Adeniran, in his welcome speech, expressed his appreciation to the media, adding that the roundtable is a platform for Airtel to inform media partners about Airtel Nigeria’s activities.
Speaking about Airtel’s commitment to the growth of SMEs, Airtel’s Chief Commercial Officer, Ogo Ofomata, highlighted the activities carried out through Airtel Business in terms of offering knowledge control and cloud answers to SMEs and government agencies.
According to her, “Airtel has learned that the buying habit of the personal sector is different from that of the public sector, so this year we created a special occasion for the public sector to show how its parastatals can move forward to become more trustworthy. It was vital to show the public sector how their wealth of knowledge can be well controlled. We had around 46 government agencies represented, to show that we were listening to the government’s wishes on digitalization.
Judith Osiobe, Head of B2B Sales at Smartcash PSB, also spoke about the Airtel Smartcash overseas remittance service and revealed that the service aims for monetary inclusion on a global scale.
“We recently introduced the Smartcash Remittance service, which offers competitive rates compared to classic media. Customers can activate this service by opening an account with an existing mobile number by simply dialing *939# or downloading the app to activate an account. Smartcash is here to stay and we’re transforming lives and making money available to everyone. We are also proud to say that we enjoy the most productive and cheapest rate on the market when it comes to ranking application fees in our payment service app,” said Osiobe.
In his presentation, Ismail Adeshina, Chief Marketing Officer, Airtel Nigeria, explained the deployment of Airtel 5G and its commitment to advance the delivery of cutting-edge services through collaborations.
“Airtel is investing heavily in 5G infrastructure, adding towers, base stations and spectrum licenses, to deliver a widespread 5G policy across Nigeria. We are actively engaging with generation partners, device manufacturers, and local businesses to explore and expand cutting-edge 5G technology. use cases, such as Internet of Things (IoT) programs and smart city solutions,” said Adeshina.
Responding to journalists’ questions about whether 4G will be rolled out after the launch of 5G, Adeshina said: “Every Airtel site is a 2G, 3G and 4G site. The launch of 5G will not affect any of them, especially since the deployment is prioritized according to the instances used and the needs.
OAS Acquires New Helicopter to Boost Offshore Operations
Chinedu Eze
Odengene Air Shuttle Services Ltd (OAS Helicopters), an offshore and similar company, has announced the acquisition of a new piece of equipment, the Leonardo AW-139 2023 model.
The AgustaWestland AW139, now known as the Leonardo AW139, is a mid-size, 15-seat, twin-engine helicopter evolved and produced through the Anglo-Italian helicopter manufacturer AgustaWestland (now Leonardo’s). It is advertised for several other roles adding VIP/corporate transportation, military use, offshore transportation, firefighting, law enforcement, search and rescue, emergency medical service, crisis relief, and maritime patrol.
OAS Helicopters said in a statement that the helicopter is already in the country and will be deployed to offshore facilities and committed to one of Nigeria’s leading exploration and production companies.
“It is also obligatory to tell them the brief history of their timely procurement and delivery in Nigeria. Following an agreement, the OAS agreed to acquire the aircraft within six months of signing the contract. But thanks to financial and technical help. With the capability that we and our technical partners have accumulated and deployed in the industry over the years, this aircraft through the manufacturer Leonardo was procured and delivered to Nigeria within 3 months (90 days). A feat that is not unusual in those days, with pending aircraft orders in Saudi Arabia running into the dozens.
“We are aware of the scale of the oil and fuel industry and wish to expand its operations in Nigeria at this critical economic time in our country, and it would possibly be mandatory to tell you that we have the capability to supply you, at short notice, with the world’s most reliable type of oil and fuel helicopter, the 7-ton vertical helicopter: the AW-139,” the company said.
Due Network Launched in Nigeria to Improve International Payments
Emma Okonji
Due Network, a next-generation fintech startup, has announced plans to launch its payments platform in Nigeria.
The company, which made the announcement in a virtual press conference, said the payment solution will offer borderless multi-currency accounts, enabling seamless overseas cash movements for businesses and individuals.
Due Networks provides uninterrupted access to global liquidity in over 50 markets by connecting national payment networks around the world, while facilitating transactions at much lower prices and particularly faster settlement times compared to existing methods.
According to Due Network, a company in Nigeria will use Naira via PIN to pay their supplier in Europe, who will then receive payment in EUR directly via SEPA, at almost 0 prices and with just a few clicks from a single person. site. interface.
Offering a further explanation about the payments platform, Due Network CEO and co-founder Robert Sargsian said: “The global invoice ecosystem is riddled with inefficiencies. Receiving a quote from abroad, paying foreign suppliers, or even moving the budget within a country’s company is costly, time-consuming, and difficult to access. We’re here to challenge and replace all of that.
Powered by open and interoperable decentralized ledger protocols, Nigerian Due Network consumers can use Naira to add/hold U. S. dollars and virtual euros in their accounts, which can then be used to send/receive quotes in sub-Saharan Africa, the United Kingdom and EEA, and the United States.
Notably, all Due Network accounts are non-custodial, meaning that consumers retain the entirety and custody of their budget on the platform. No middleman, not even Due, can access the consumer’s budget in any way, thus offering account holders direct and unhindered access. Access, without restrictions or dependencies.
Olokpo App Launched to Bring Food Service to Life in Nigeria
Emma Okonji
Olokpo, a revolutionary food service application that will seamlessly connect consumers with food vendors and caterers at their venues across the country, was launched in Lagos.
During the launch, Faiken Dawn Group Chief Operating Officer Jennifer Onose Eromosele said the app, which has 100 percent local content, evolved to address the demanding situations other people face when getting food service when they want it.
Taken from an indigenous call in Nigeria, Olokpo, which means “People Who Cook Smart Food,” designed to revolutionize food service in the neighborhood. The app offers cutting-edge features like simple connectivity, trust, quality food, and seamless payments. and booking methods.
According to Eromosele, the app will be rolled out in all African countries, including Nigeria, Kenya, and Ghana.
The crusade to onboard caterers to the platform will run from Nov. 20 to Dec. 20, and Mercy Johnson and social media influencers have been hired to lead the crusade.
Addressing the factor of verifying professional and reliable caterers who will work on the Olokpo platform, Eromosele said that caterers will have to go through several verification steps, including facial recognition, email address, full names, phone number connected to BVN, and location. . Among others.
“Verification is a must for all caterers on the platform because we want other people we accept as faithful to deliver on their promises. But in case of breach of contract, a dispute resolution platform has been created and controlled through our legal team, to take care of any disputes that may arise with payment and delivery. If a caterer is found to be dishonest, they will be removed from the platform,” Eromosele said.
The app will triumph over the persistent challenge of locating qualified caterers nearby, as it is designed to connect users with the caterers closest to them, a map-based interface.
Ethiopian Airlines acquires 17 more Airbus A350-900 for long-haul flights
Chinedu Eze
Ethiopia’s flagship airline, Etopian Airlines Group, has signed a memorandum of understanding for 11 more Airbus A350-900s and six more acquisition rights to add to its existing fleet.
The latest agreement brings Ethiopia’s total order book and commitment for the A350 to 33. 4 A350-1000s. Ethiopia Airlines currently operates a fleet of 20 A350-900s and with this commitment, it will confirm its position as the largest A350 visitor in Africa. Mr. Mesfin Tasew, and Airbus Chief Commercial Officer and International Director, Christian Scherer.
Mr. Mesfin Tasew, Chief Executive Officer of Ethiopian Airlines Group, said: “We are very pleased to make this commitment for 11 Airbus A350-900 aircraft. As a customer-centric airline, we are particularly excited about this fleet as it offers additional comfort to passengers. thanks to features such as the quieter cabin in its elegance and ambient lighting. We need to expand the length of our fleet by acquiring state-of-the-art aircraft to provide a convenient and memorable onboard experience for our esteemed passengers. Christian Scherer, Chief Commercial Officer and International Director at Airbus, said: “Ethereum Airlines is a wonderful example of how to leverage the exceptional values of the A350 for long-haul travel, taking advantage of the benefits of Ethiopia’s unique geographical position that offers the fastest connections between China and Latin America. We are excited to expand Ethiopian Airlines’ fleet and, through this, continue the seamless relationship we have built together. “
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