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Nigeria Earned $1.2bn from Telecom Licenses, Says Obasanjo

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The Federal Government generated around $1.2 billion from telecom license fees during the early stages of mobile technology in Nigeria, with major operators like MTN, Globacom, Econet (now Airtel), and Etisalat (now 9mobile) contributing to the sum.

These fees were instrumental in laying the foundation for the country’s telecom industry, which officially began in 2000.

The sector has since become a key driver of Nigeria’s economic growth.

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo highlighted this achievement during a book launch held in Lagos on Tuesday.

He reflected on how the licensing of these operators marked a pivotal moment in Nigeria’s technological and economic development, allowing the country to leap into the era of mobile communication.

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Obasanjo acknowledged the critical role these funds played in shaping the telecom industry, which has become one of the most significant sectors in the nation’s economy today.

The successful auction of these telecom licenses provided the capital necessary to build the infrastructure and networks that have connected millions of Nigerians, driving economic activity and fostering innovation across various industries.


 

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Bitcoin and Dollar Rise Again With Donald Trump’s Win In Election

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The US Dollar and Bitcoin rise again as Trump reportedly wins the presidential election with 279 Electoral College votes against Kamala Harris’s 22. Major investors have now returned and do no longer need to be cautious.

Investors now anticipate Trump’s policies economically, Dollar has now strengthen again and is now against Euro and Pound which were gaining benefits over Dollar being weak. With Trump’s win, crypto and Bitcoin have strongly risen and are set with expectations higher prices and a boost in U.S savings returns.


 

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USD Weakens Amid The Upcoming US Presidential Election

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The Upcoming United State Presidential has caused USD to be weak due to the investors being cautious of the outcome. Meanwhile other countries are gaining strength in their currency and benefitting from this weakness. Euro and GBP keeps rising and gaining against USD.

Gold prices still remain stables despite the recent deadline and the Australian inflation keeps rising. Markets are now watching the political movement to serve as guidance.


 

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Dr. Aguoru States The Use Of Card Pins Online Has A High Security Risk

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Security Expert, Dr. Kingsley Aguoru has advised the Central Bank of Nigerian (CBN) and Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to stop the use of online transactions through Card Pins as it results to a security risk.

He emphasized the risks we can be exposed to, phishing and cyber threats, he states that the use of one-time passwords can serve as an aid in this to better the security.

The expert shares that pins are only safe when in use for ATM and Pos but not online, due to cyber risks. He expressed that information can be leaked from the continuous use of sharing pins online.


 

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