Sophos, a global leader of innovative security solutions for defeating cyberattacks, today announced that Teresa Anania has joined the company as Chief Customer Officer (CCO). Anania will play a key role in accelerating Sophos’ customer and partner success initiatives to maximize value of Sophos’ portfolio of cybersecurity solutions and services, including Managed Detection and Response (MDR) services and endpoint, network, email, and cloud security. Anania has more than 25 years of experience in leading customer satisfaction and sales growth across public and private sectors, excelling in both direct and indirect sales channels. Joining Sophos from Zendesk, Anania was responsible for…
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In a memorable event at the office of the Director General of the Lagos State Sports Commission, TECNO signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to kickstart a project aimed at refurbishing a local football pitch in Lagos. This signing marks the beginning of TECNO’s commitment to transforming underutilised fields into state-of-the-art training centres, nurturing raw talent into future stars, and providing underserved communities with a platform to achieve their potential. Lagos, the city of aquatic splendour, plays a pivotal role in this ambitious initiative. The signing ceremony, witnessed by key stakeholders, members of the Lagos State Sports Commission, and various…
TECNO illuminated brightly at the TrendUpp Awards at the Balmoral Convention Center on Sunday, July 7th, clinching the coveted Force of Collaboration Award. This annual ceremony, renowned for recognizing remarkable achievements within Nigeria's social media community, honored TECNO for its outstanding efforts in partnering with social media influencers and content creators to spark a technological renaissance. The Force of Collaboration Award underscores TECNO's strategic initiatives over the past year, highlighting people-led sponsorships and thoughtful social media campaigns that have driven innovation and engagement. Through these collaborative efforts, TECNO has not only amplified its brand presence but also significantly contributed to…
TECNO, a leading innovative technology brand, has partnered with the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) in Nigeria to support the implementation of the Nigeria Learning Passport, a digital learning platform. Too many children remain out of school today, and many more are not learning. In Nigeria, the challenges in the field of education are particularly acute. To improve the quality of education for children and adolescents, the Federal Ministry of Education and UNICEF launched the innovative Nigeria Learning Passport programme in 2022. This initiative forms part of UNICEF’s broader global educational strategy, the Learning Passport, established in 2018. The platform…
The flight to stardom has reached its crescendo as Chima emerges victorious as the winner of Nigerian Idol Season 9, a victory well-deserved and celebrated by all. Empowered by TECNO, this season of Nigerian Idol has been nothing short of spectacular, showcasing incredible talent and delivering unforgettable moments. TECNO played a vital role in this journey, empowering all the contestants with their latest and most innovative CAMON device, the CAMON 30. As the grand prize winner, Chima has also been awarded an entire suite of TECNO eco products, including the TECNO PHANTOM V fold, the TECNO True 1 buds, the…
To further showcase its acknowledgment and endorsement of the Nigerian-born, Africa-wide technology distribution company, TD Africa, a delegation of Robert Bosch GmbH, popularly known as BOSCH, has paid a courtesy visit to the tech distribution giant at its Victoria Island, Lagos, head office. This pivotal visit marks a renewed commitment of the German multinational engineering and technology company to TD Africa as the strategic ally for Bosch business in Nigeria. Mrs. Chioma Chimere, the Coordinating Managing Director of TD Africa, who warmly received the Bosch delegation, said the visit was to further strengthen the existing ties between the two companies…
PalmPay, a leading Africa-focused fintech platform, has been included in the 2024 edition of CNBC and Statista’s prestigious list of the “Top 250 Fintech Companies in the World.” This recognition underscores PalmPay’s rapid growth and significant contributions to advancing financial inclusion. The CNBC/Statista list honours fintech pioneers significantly transforming the financial services industry through technology. More than 2000 companies were evaluated globally based on general and sector-specific KPIs to determine the final selection. In 2024, some of the most influential fintechs in the world were included in the list, including Alipay, Nubank, Monzo, and Revolut. Six other African firms made…
Linda Rottenberg’s visit to Nigeria underscored commitment to Tech Innovation and Entrepreneurship Linda Rottenberg, Endeavor’s Global CEO, recently visited Nigeria from the 6-9 of July 2024, marking a successful series of events that underscored the country’s vibrant tech ecosystem and entrepreneurial spirit. Organized by Endeavor Nigeria, led by the Managing Director and CEO, Ireayomide Oladunjoye, the visit aimed to foster partnerships, promote digital innovation, and support the next generation of tech leaders. In a statement released by Joy Mabia, Marketing and Communications Manager at Endeavor Nigeria, the visit commenced with a meeting between Linda and Olugbenga ‘GB’ Agboola, CEO of…
The ‘Giant in you’ campaign of the FirstBank has again confirmed the common expression that ‘apple doesn’t fall far from the tree’ given the history of the financial brand and its legendary relevance to the growth of enterprises, within and outside Nigeria. In its usual creative conjecture, 13O-year-old FirstBank, has hit the airwaves and other media outlets with various visuals to articulate its new campaign ‘The Giant in You’. Breaking down the central message, ‘there is a giant in you’ the campaign stylishly reminds the bank customer that ‘FirstBank Puts You First so you can’ before giving the match order,…
At long last, relief is here for the skincare enthusiasts in Nigeria! Konga Health, Nigeria’s premier digital healthcare distribution company, has sealed an exclusive partnership with CeraVe, a leading global skincare brand under the L’Oréal umbrella, to launch its product in the country. L’Oréal is the world leader in beauty: makeup, cosmetics, haircare and perfume in terms of quality, efficacy and safety. Through Konga Health, a technology-driven healthcare solutions company focused on revolutionizing the healthcare value chain and a member of the Konga Group, this exclusive collaboration will debut with the renowned CeraVe line, offering unbeatable prices and free delivery…