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  • Huawei hosts financial service industry gala in Lagos

    Huawei hosts financial service industry gala in Lagos

    Leading global provider of information and communications technology (ICT), infrastructure, and smart devices, Huawei has hosted a Financial Service Industry Gala in Lagos, bringing together key stakeholders from Nigeria’s banking, regulatory, technology, and economic policy communities to discuss the role of digital infrastructure in the financial services sector.

    The event, held in Lagos, featured senior Huawei executives who outlined the company’s strategy for supporting financial institutions through digital transformation.

    In his opening address, the Chief Executive Officer of Huawei Nigeria, Chris Lu, said the company is focused on redefining how technology supports modern financial services, noting that digital systems are now central to institutional competitiveness and operational efficiency.

    The Chief Executive Officer of Huawei Global Digital Finance, Jason Cao, described Nigeria as a strategic and fast-growing market for digital technology. He said Huawei’s sustained investment in the country is aimed at supporting long-term growth by providing solutions that help financial institutions respond to evolving customer expectations and regulatory demands.

    A major highlight of the gala was the launch of Huawei’s local cloud infrastructure in Nigeria by Roc Bai, Managing Director of Huawei Cloud Nigeria. He unveiled the Huawei Local Cloud and Huawei Cloud Stack 8.6, explaining that the platforms provide secure infrastructure, data localisation, and advanced cloud capabilities tailored to the needs of Nigerian financial institutions and enterprises.

    Huawei’s Director of Financial Services Industry, Glarie Gao, expressed appreciation to customers and partners for their continued support, expressing optimism about achieving greater milestones in the next phase of the company’s growth.

    Beyond technology, discussions at the gala also examined Nigeria’s broader macroeconomic environment. Olusegun Zaccheaus, Partner and Economist at PwC, presented an overview of the country’s economic outlook, stressing that technology has moved beyond being a business enabler to becoming a core component of business models, driving productivity, innovation, and growth.

    A presentation by a representative of the Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria outlined the stages of economic reform and assessed Nigeria’s current position. The speaker explained that following policy changes such as fuel subsidy removal and exchange rate liberalization, Nigeria has moved into what was described as the inflection and stabilization phases of reform. While these reforms initially led to rising inflation and other macroeconomic pressures, recent indicators suggest gradual improvement.

    The presentation noted that inflation had declined to about 16 percent by October, while exchange rate stability had improved, offering greater predictability for investors and businesses. Improved government revenue performance was also highlighted, alongside expectations of further fiscal gains in 2026.

    Nonetheless, the speaker cautioned that inflation remains elevated and that high interest rates continue to constrain business borrowing.

    Looking ahead, the analysis identified debt sustainability, election-year fiscal pressures, geopolitical developments, domestic security, and capital market growth as key factors likely to shape Nigeria’s economic performance in 2026. Economic growth of between 4 and 4.2 percent was projected, driven by sustained reforms and increased capital market activity, particularly if major enterprises are listed.

    Several sessions at the gala also addressed artificial intelligence and its expanding role in financial services and daily life, with speakers highlighting its potential to improve efficiency, data analysis, and customer service.

    The event concluded with the presentation of Best Trainee Awards to outstanding participants from financial institutions. The award recipients were UBA, Access Bank, Fidelity Bank, GTBank, and NIBSS.

  • First Lady, Huawei urge women to lead Nigeria’s digital future

    First Lady, Huawei urge women to lead Nigeria’s digital future

    The First Lady of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu CON, has charged Nigerian women to take advantage of digital technology to transform their lives, businesses, and communities, saying that women must become key drivers of the nation’s digital future.

    She made the call in Abuja during the closing ceremony of the Women in Tech Empowerment Training Programme, an initiative of the Renewed Hope Initiative (RHI) in collaboration with Huawei Nigeria.

    The First Lady said the programme, held between April and October 2024, successfully equipped 300 women from across the six geopolitical zones with practical technological skills to expand their enterprises and participate meaningfully in the digital economy.

    “This training programme is a digital empowerment initiative by the Renewed Hope Initiative in collaboration with Huawei Technologies, aimed at equipping female entrepreneurs with practical technological skills to scale up their businesses, participate meaningfully in the digital economy, and become champions of digital transformation in their communities,” Senator Tinubu said.

    She explained that participants were drawn from diverse sectors including agriculture, fashion, catering, retail, event management, and technology services, reflecting the strength and diversity of Nigerian women, adding that “when women are equipped with the right tools and knowledge, they become agents of change in their families, communities, and the nation at large.”

    The First Lady commended Huawei Technologies for partnering with the Renewed Hope Initiative to implement the project, and expressed appreciation for the company’s contribution toward empowering Nigerian women despite the size and diversity of the country and called for more collaboration.

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    The Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Huawei Nigeria, Mr. Chris Lu, reaffirmed the company’s commitment to advancing digital inclusion and empowering women through technology.

    He said that when women thrive in tech, nations become stronger and more innovative.

    He said the programme, launched a year ago, was designed to bridge the gender gap in Nigeria’s technology ecosystem by equipping women with essential digital skills and tools to become creators, innovators, and leaders in the digital economy.

    “Empowering women with digital skills is not just a matter of inclusion but a necessity for national development. We know that when women rise, nations thrive,” Lu said.

    According to him, the Women in Tech Empowerment Programme has, over the past year, brought together women from the six geopolitical zones of Nigeria to learn, innovate, and embrace new possibilities in the technology sector.

    “From Cloud Computing to Artificial Intelligence, from 5G to Digital Transformation, all the female entrepreneurs have learned and incorporated these skills into their personal businesses,” he said.

    The Huawei boss praised the First Lady’s visionary leadership, describing her as a driving force for inclusion and empowerment through the Renewed Hope Initiative. He said Senator Tinubu’s dedication to education, digital literacy, and economic empowerment had significantly advanced women’s participation in the nation’s tech landscape.

    “With the visionary leadership of Her Excellency, the First Lady of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, together with Huawei’s mission to bring digital to every person, home, and organization, we have unlocked doors of opportunity for women to become creators, innovators, and leaders in technology,” Lu added.

    Mr. Lu expressed appreciation to Mrs. Tinubu and the Renewed Hope Initiative for their partnership in driving the Federal Government’s vision of a technologically empowered Nigeria.

    “Your unwavering support has made this initiative not just a success, but a true legacy,” he said.

    He congratulated the 300 beneficiaries of the training, urging them to become ambassadors of digital empowerment and to apply their newly acquired skills in transforming their businesses and communities.

    “You are not just graduates of a training programme; you are all ambassadors of digital empowerment, and you carry with you the torch of innovation and the promise of change. Please go forth and light up your communities, your workplaces, and your businesses with your new skills and confidence,” he said.

    Mr. Lu said the closing ceremony was not merely an end but the beginning of a larger movement promoting inclusion, innovation, and empowerment for women in Nigeria’s digital ecosystem.

    “Today, we’re not just celebrating the completion of a programme but the beginning of a powerful movement — one that champions inclusion, innovation, and empowerment for women in the digital era,” he said.

    He urged the participants to continue building on the knowledge acquired during the training and to serve as catalysts for change within their local communities.

    “Let us remember that Renewed Hope is not just a slogan but a reality we are all building together — a reality where women lead in innovation, where technology bridges opportunities, and where every Nigerian woman can dream, learn, and lead without limits,” he noted.

    In his goodwill message, the Director-General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi, urged beneficiaries of the Women in Tech Empowerment Programme to use their new digital skills to create products, expand businesses, and mentor other women in their communities.

    Abdullahi described the programme as a “triangle of hope” anchored on the leadership of the First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, the technical partnership of Huawei Technologies Nigeria Limited, and President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda.

    “When you empower a man, you empower an individual. But when you empower a woman, you empower a nation,” he said, commending the First Lady for promoting inclusivity and capacity development through the Renewed Hope Initiative.

    Abdullahi said the training, which equipped 300 women from Nigeria’s six geopolitical zones, aligns with the national digital economy policy and President Tinubu’s Agenda 7 — focused on accelerating growth through industrialization, innovation, and digitalization.

    He noted that NITDA’s Strategic Roadmap aims to make every Nigerian digitally literate and capable of building homegrown technologies. “The global marketplace is now on your smartphone, your website, and your social media. Use your knowledge to create and sell to the world,” he said.

    The DG urged participants to see their certificates as tools for impact, not trophies, and to mentor others. “Train one woman, mentor a girl. In empowering others, we build a prosperous nation,” he said, calling the beneficiaries “living symbols of the Renewed Hope vision.”

  • ‘Why hospitality sector should embrace high-quality hotel network solution’

    ‘Why hospitality sector should embrace high-quality hotel network solution’

    Nigeria’s Infrastructure and Technology is transforming its economy. In 2022, it contributed over 20% to the national GDP. As the hospitality sector position itself for long-term development, stakeholders have been urged to embrace digital technologies, including artificial intelligence, cloud dashboards, integrated cybersecurity, IOT integration in order to enhance guest experiences, improve operational efficiency, and increase revenue. 

    This position was highlighted at the Huawei Smart Hotel Solutions Conference of Nigeria held at Lagos Continental Hotel in Lagos, recently. 

    The conference, which gathered industry leaders to discuss technological innovation within the hospitality industry, offered Huawei the opportunity to showcase how its purpose-built smart hotels solutions help partners of all sizes accelerate their digital and intelligent transformation in response to today’s rapid technology advancement.

    In his opening remarks, the Director, Commercial and Distribution Sales Department, Vito Zhao emphasized that the industry has demonstrated resilience, contributing more to Africa’s hospitality markets. 

    Zhao highlighted the need for High-density Wi-Fi environment optimization, intent driven policy enforcement including centralized network management NCE- Campus offered by Huawei enhance smart guest room, predictive network operation for intelligent transformation of the country’s hospitality industry. 

    He said: “This conference is a significant event which marks a timely moment for the hospitality sector in Nigeria. Huawei is here to reshape and reposition the hospitality sector in Nigeria by implementing Energy efficient IT infrastructure for sustainable hospitality.

    Zhao stressed that Nigeria has all it takes to become Africa’s hospitality and tourism leader, pointing to Huawei’s innovative solutions.

    He said: “The benefit of our solutions are transformative. We are focused on delivering exceptional best experience for guests, building a smarter and safer hotel. 

    “Huawei is focused on improving guest loyalty through High-speed Wi-Fi experience and digitalization, premium bandwidth optimization, reduce operational cost with centralized MSP Management platforms.

    “The adoption of Wi-Fi 7 coupled with an AI-driven network platform such as NCE-Campus is no longer luxury for hotels, it is a digital necessity that drives efficiency and operational intelligence. 

    The Director-General, Hotel Managers Conference Africa, Olugbenga Sunday in his welcome speech described the conference as a pivotal moment in the hospitality industry. 

    Sunday said: “Today’s hotel guests are fundamentally different from what we had 5 years ago. They are smartphones savvy with seamless connectivity. 

    “Guests now book rooms through apps; modern travelers are not just seeking for place to sleep, they are seeking a place that meets their needs. 

    “Smart hospitality isn’t about adding technology, it’s about orchestrating experiences through intelligent network infrastructure. 

    “Empowering the hospitality sector with tools, solutions are very important, and that’s why Huawei wants to revolutionize our hotel services with cutting edge technology. We are talking about artificial intelligence, cloud, cybersecurity that protects both guests and businesses. 

    “Nigeria hospitality sector is experiencing remarkable growth across various states. Huawei is investing in infrastructural development especially with how technology reduce operational costs and enhance customers satisfaction. 

    “We build partnership. We understand that this industry has its own challenges, but these solutions are scalable and can help in digital transformation.”

    Sunday urged industry leaders to take the next step in their various digital transformation journey because the future of hospitality is intelligence, connected and guest-centric. 

    Also at the event, Huawei representatives — CTO, Huawei Southern Africa Region, Matamela Aubrey Mashau, and Senior Solutions Architect, Huawei Nigeria Rep Office, Olayemi Joseph spoke on Huawei Xinghe high-quality hotel network solution featuring with Channel State Information (CSI) which senses a person’s activity in hotel room to intelligently control the room light/TV/AC etc. This feature elevates the hotel room from traditional to a smart room. 

    Another feature is the newly announced anti-peeping technology which enables hoteliers ensure the privacy of each guest, making their stay 100% secure. The event also witnessed the launch of the integrated CCTV/FTTR full fiber solution for smart hotels. 

    Similarly, partners in their various presentations unanimously outlined Huawei’s innovative solutions as a key driver of Nigeria’s hospitality growth aimed at improving service quality, increase efficiency, and generating more revenue.

    The event also witnessed the launch of the fully-upgraded Xinghe intelligent Network products and solutions. 

    One of the highlights of the conference was the exhibition from different booths with different technological solutions designed to provide reliable, secure, and high-performance network connectivity for hotels. It uses technologies like interactive boards, all scenarios Wi-Fi 7 for full wireless coverage, switches, and firewalls.

  • T2, Huawei strike core network modernisation deal

    T2, Huawei strike core network modernisation deal

    Nigeria’s fourth mobile network operator (MNO), T2 has signed a strategic partnership with Huawei, a global leader in Information and Communications Technology (ICT), to modernize its core network infrastructure.

    This agreement is coming as T2 posted its first gain of the year in July adding 290,601 new subscribers in the month, spurred by its recent infrastructure sharing deal with the largest MNO in the country, MTN Nigeria.

    This came as the first monthly subscriber gain in nearly a year for the carrier that had experienced steady decline in its customer base over the years due to obsolete network equipment that took a toll on its service quality.

    For July, T2 also emerged as the only operator out of the four MNOs that gained subscribers in a month that saw MTN, Airtel, and Globacom shed weight.

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    The T2-Huawei infrastructure modernization deal signals the start of a sweeping transformation, one that underscores T2’s renewed ambition to reclaim its position as a leading, innovative force in the industry.

    It comes at a pivotal time, as the company transitions to a refreshed corporate and consumer identity, setting the stage for a new era of growth and competitiveness.

    The partnership will draw on Huawei’s world-renowned technological expertise to completely overhaul T2’s core infrastructure, enhancing its capacity, resilience, and security. But this initiative goes far beyond a technical upgrade, it is the cornerstone of a multi-phase, company-wide investment strategy aimed at building a future-ready network, designed to meet and exceed the evolving expectations of Nigerian consumers.

    During a high-level signing ceremony held in Lagos, senior execs from both companies gathered to mark the beginning of this transformational journey.

    Representing T2 were its Chief Executive Officer, Obafemi Banigbe; Chief Operating Officer, John Vasikaran; Chief Technical & Information Officer, Ayodeji Adedeji; Vice President, Corporate Services, Ifeloju Alakija,; and Vice President, Brands and Communication, Seni Ogunkola.

    The global original equipment manufacturer, Huawei, was represented by the CEO, Huawei Nigeria Carrier Business, Jiang Junyong.

    “This agreement is more than a contract — it’s a catalyst. Huawei has been a trusted partner throughout our journey, and this next chapter reaffirms our shared commitment to innovation, reliability, and excellence. With Huawei by our side, we’re not just upgrading our network, we’re future-proofing it,” Banigbe said.

    The core modernization project is part of T2’s four-phase strategic roadmap: Stabilisation, Modernisation, Transformation, and Growth. This structured approach signals a deliberate and focused effort to restore the company’s competitive edge and build a more agile, customer-centric network.

    Echoing Banigbe’s vision, Junyong emphasized the strength of the alliance, saying Huawei is proud to support T2’s bold transformation journey.

    “This partnership reflects our shared commitment to innovation and excellence. We’re bringing world-class solutions to help T2 build a resilient, high-performance core network that will support next-generation services and long-term growth,” Junyong said.

    With this collaboration, T2 is poised to significantly expand its network coverage, capacity, and resilience nationwide. More importantly, it marks the first of several bold initiatives aimed at restoring the company’s market leadership, revitalizing its service portfolio, and delivering a digital experience that truly resonates with modern Nigerian consumers.

    The core network modernization is expected to reach completion in the coming months, firmly anchoring T2’s resurgence in a fast-moving, tech-driven future.

    During the period under review, active mobile subscriptions dipped to 169.1 million from 171.5 million recorded in June this year.

    The decline was driven by the losses recorded by the three MNOs but most significantly by Airtel, which lost 2.4 million subscriptions in the month.

    The telco’s active subscriptions plunged to 56.5 million in July from 58.9 million it recorded in June.

    MTN also lost 106,345 subscribers in the month, which brought its database to 89.1 million in July, while Globacom’s subscriptions declined by 143,701 to 20.7 million.

    MTN remained the dominant player in the market with 52.70per cent of the market share, while maintained the second position with 33.42per cent share.

    Globacom’s market share stood at 12.26per cent, while 9mobile’s maintained its distant 4th position despite the gains recorded with 1.61per cent of the market share.

    With the decline in actively connected lines recorded by the operators, the country’s teledensity, which measures the number of active telephone connections per 100 inhabitants living within an area, also declined to 78.11per cent in July from 79.22per cent recorded in June.

    According to NCC, the teledensity is calculated based on a population estimate of 216 million.

    It would be recalled that on July 3rd, 9mobile (as it then was known) and MTN Nigeria officially announced a national roaming deal approved by the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC). The deal allows customers of 9mobile will be able to access network service anywhere MTN’s network is available across the country.

    Prior to the deal, the operator had suffered huge subscriber loss as its network deteriorated due to lack of funds to build infrastructure.

    With the national roaming deal, 9mobile subscribers will now be able to make calls, send SMS, and access data through MTN Nigeria’s infrastructure in areas where 9mobile’s network doesn’t exist or is unreliable, enabling the telco’s sustainability.

    Instead of building out its own infrastructure, which is capital-intensive, 9mobile can now plug directly into MTN’s far-reaching network.

    The deal and that of Huawei will certainly mark a game-changer for T2 as they will allow the MNO to leap toward broader network coverage and digital inclusion across the country.

  • Inside Huawei’s Lagos Innovation Hub

    Inside Huawei’s Lagos Innovation Hub

    Participants of the MTN Nigeria sponsored Media Innovation Programme (MIP-4) at the School of Media and Communication (SMC), Pan-Atlantic University recently visited Huawei’s 5G innovation hub in Lagos on a study tour. Assistant News Editor, Precious Igbonwelundu, reports that the immersive experience showcased a first-hand view of the infrastructure powering Nigeria’s digital economy.

    From the moment you walk in, you’re invited to experience technology not as abstract, but as local and practical solutions to multifaceted socio-economic, security and governance challenges plaguing the Nigerian society. Interactive displays show real-time dashboards of smart cities; technology powered agro-businesses and immersive AI solutions.

    Welcome to the Huawei Innovation hub in Lagos, where demo corners highlight how cloud storage and solar-powered connectivity can support rural healthcare systems.

    Situated by the towering Intercontinental Hotel in Victoria Island, the innovation hub spanning 4,000 square metres boasts over 850 engineers who work shifts for the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) to support key sectors including telecoms, finance, power, and transportation.

    Though a humid afternoon in Lagos, the air inside the centre buzzed with cool, quiet energy that conveyed subtle, strategic and intentional messages: this is the nexus for co-creation, capacity building and technology incubation.

    As soon as participants of the MIP-4 programme arrived at the centre, they were ushered into the demo area by a female Huawei representative in Nigeria, Ivy, who led the team to first sign against their names on large yellow board before proceeding to give a brief presentation of the evolution of OEM from a technology provider to a collaborator for national digital transformation.

    A remarkable feature of the centre is its connection to Huawei’s AI-ready local cloud infrastructure, which was launched in Nigeria in late 2024 and the Tier 3+ certified data center which supports more than 30 local cloud services and addresses the critical issues of data sovereignty and latency.

    Also witnessed was the improved router and antenna technology, as well as Huawei’s AI-powered video software, which generates personalised high-definition video clips within a minute using 5G technology.

    After a brief tour of the hub and exhibition of some of the services already being rendered across sectors in Nigeria, participants were marched into a lecture hall where Mr. Gavin Geng Xiaoyan, Director of Solution Sales\CTO, Huawei, made a presentation on the transformative potential of 5G and cloud infrastructure. He also spoke on the firm’s operations in the country and future projections.

    “Trust for reliability and speed is why Huawei localised cloud services in Nigeria…This centre is designed to be a space where technology meets the specific needs of Nigeria,” he said.

    Xiaoyan said the hub was powering services such as cloud computing, artificial intelligence, smart energy, and digital infrastructure, all tailored to local industry verticals such as education, agriculture, energy, public services, and finance.

    Gains for Nigeria

    In a country where sensitive data from banking records to citizen identification have long been hosted offshore, the arrival of a secure, scalable local cloud opens new possibilities. Fintechs, edtechs, and health-tech startups now have the infrastructure to scale securely without incurring the heavy costs of building their own backend systems or relying on foreign providers.

    Huawei’s engineers at the hub demonstrate these capabilities with clarity. Visitors can interact with live use cases, from real-time analytics for microfinance firms to IoT-powered smart classrooms for rural education and solar-powered sustainable electricity for local communities, internally displaced persons camps, to boost the economy.

    Panels simulate how base stations and rural health centers can run on hybrid energy systems combining solar and lithium battery storage.

    “You cannot separate connectivity from energy. In off-grid communities, no matter how advanced your tech is, without power it means nothing.

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    “This energy-tech integration underscores Huawei’s dual focus: digital inclusion and energy resilience. By deploying solar-powered ICT hubs and integrating clean power with data infrastructure, the company is helping lay the groundwork for sustainable connectivity in Nigeria’s most underserved areas,” said a member of Huawei staff during a demo of the smart energy solutions.

    Closely linked to the centre’s infrastructure is Huawei’s talent development mission which has seen over 20,000 Nigerian youths trained in ICT skills through the Huawei ICT Academy and Seeds for the Future programmes in the past few years.

    Perhaps, the most defining trait of the innovation centre is its design for co-creation as designated spaces for solution workshops, training sessions, and co-design consultations were visible. This enables start-ups, government agencies, private companies, and academic researchers to bring their problems or ideas to the table for solutions to be created in a joint environment.

    With this collaborative spirit drawing interests from reputable institutions of learning and innovation hubs, the company said it is open for partnership with government agencies like the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) and the Ministry of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy to align innovations with national priorities.

    The Huawei Innovation Centre in Lagos represents more than just an investment; it’s a signal that the next chapter of Nigeria’s digital transformation won’t be written by foreign firms building distant solutions, but by indigenous minds solving local problems with world-class infrastructure.

    The event wrapped up with a certificate presentation to the participants and a dinner hosted by MTN’s Chief Services and Sustainability Officer, Tobechukwu Okigbo.

    He charged the fellows to use their voices to bridge the knowledge gap between telecom providers and the Nigerian public, especially around the challenges and responsibilities that come with operating a modern digital network.

  • Cybersecurity: Users’ digital safety will never be compromised – Huawei

    Cybersecurity: Users’ digital safety will never be compromised – Huawei

    Huawei has restated its firm stance on cybersecurity, declaring that protecting users’ digital safety will never be compromised in favour of commercial interests.

    The assurance was given by Osita Iweze, Deputy Managing Director of Huawei Nigeria and Head of Cybersecurity and Privacy Protection, during the National Cybersecurity Conference organised by NITDA in Abuja on Thursday.

    In his presentation titled Building a Secure and Resilient ICT Infrastructure for Nigeria’s Digital Future, Iweze highlighted Huawei’s strategy of embedding security features directly into its products and services.

     “Cybersecurity is not an afterthought at Huawei—it is a foundation. Our commitment to it outweighs all commercial considerations,” he said.

    He emphasized that Cyber Security and Privacy are cornerstones of Huawei’s digital mission with network security and Privacy protection being Being key development strategy. This foundational strategy was elevated in 2018 to the highest corporate guideline.

    Huawei’s Global Cyber Security and Privacy Officer, GSPO, Mr. Sean Yang Xiaonin, reports directly to Huawei’s Board of Directors ensuring that Cyber Security and Privacy initiatives are incorporated at all levels of the corporate and business process

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    Iweze stated that Huawei has developed an end-to-end cybersecurity assurance system involving all departments and employees, aligned with international standards such as ISO 28000 and C-TPAT.

    The company invests 5% of its research and development (R&D) budget into security innovation and follows the principle: Assume nothing, Believe no one, Check everything.

    Huawei also advocates for industry-wide collaboration, engaging with government bodies, academic institutions, and industry stakeholders to develop technical capabilities, share threat intelligence, and foster a secure digital environment.

    It works with ecosystem partners on rule-making, capability building, and joint innovation aimed at securing Nigeria’s digital future.

    He said with over 30 years of global operations, Huawei has provided secure digital infrastructure to more than 3 billion users in over 170 countries.

    “It has also secured more than 600 cybersecurity and privacy certifications, with deployments across key industries including finance, education, transport, and government.

    Notable deployments include Access Bank in Nigeria, the Ministry of Education in Azerbaijan, and SONATRACH in Algeria.

    Huawei reiterated its respect for privacy and commitment to transparency.

    According to Iweze, differentiated privacy protection measures are built based on the specific needs of customers, consumers, and employees.

     “Huawei’s vision is a secure, intelligent future for Nigeria and the world. And we believe that begins with trust,” Iweze said

  • Huawei donates renewable energy test kits to REA

    Huawei donates renewable energy test kits to REA

    The Rural Electrification Agency (REA) yesterday received 18 equipment for testing the standards of renewable energy components from the Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.

    The handover meeting of tools for the World-Class Mini-Grid Standardization and Simulation equipment, between REA and Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd was held in Abuja.

    Huawei is a Chinese multinational corporation and technology company headquartered in Longgang, Shenzhen.

    According to the Huawei Nigeria Board Director, Zhang Jing, the tools which are worth $15,000 were given to the REA free of charge.

    He said the 18 equipment or project which make up the  REA Mini Grid Testing lab is a key outcome of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s vision and visit to China to bring electricity to more people in remote areas.

    The mini grids systems, he said, will help improve Nigeria’s power infrastructure – ensuring renewable energy across the country are reliable and efficient.

    He explained that they have been designed to handle different environmental challenges and withstand extreme weather conditions.

    Speaking, the REA Managing Director, Engr. Abba Aliyu recalled that the hand over ceremony of the REA Mini-Grid Standardization and Simulation Series was a key outcome of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu September 2024 visit to China to bring electricity to more people in the remote areas.

    He said “Sometime in September 2024, Mr. President Poland visited China, part of the China-Nigeria and China-Africa initiative. Key highlight of that visit is a memorandum of understanding that was signed under the leadership of Minister of Power between the Rural Electrification Agency and Huawei.

     “The MOU was signed for Huawei to support the REA in developing a world-class mini-grid standardization and simulation center.

    “I am happy to say that today we are witnessing the fulfilling of all the commitments signed under that memorandum of understanding.”

    The REA boss said the importance of this grid standardization and simulation center cannot be over-emphasized.

    Aliyu said Nigeria is working towards positioning itself as the renewable hub of Africa.

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    He added that to achieve that, Nigeria would require to catalyze private sector investment in the manufacturing assembly of all the renewable equipment in the country.

    He lamented that one key thing that may hinder that is the availability of substandard or used equipment that keep coming into Nigeria.

    Meanwhile, Aliyu said the private sector will require the assurance and the confidence that if they put in their money and build a manufacturing outfit in the manufacturing of photovoltaic panels or assembly, they would not be competing with people that import second-hand or substandard PV panels.

    To address that, he said REA sought the support of Huawei and the Chinese government for the development of the simulation and standardization center.

    He stressed that the center will help REA to sieve out all substandard and second-hand equipment, be it the PV panels or batteries.

    Continuing, he said “A total of about 18 equipments have been provided under this MOU partnership by Huawei. We have oxylicon, power analyzer, multimedia, electronic load, AFCI generator, DC power, pyranometer, handler pyranometer, battery analyzer, micrometer, screw gauge, vernier caliper, tool kit, computers, idea hub, and printers.”

    He said some of these equipment that Huawei provides to REA are first of their kind in this country.

    Commending the relief the lab will be to REA, he said gone are the days solar panels were moved up and down for testing.

    Aliyu noted added that the centre can now simulate the condition of the equipment remotely irrespective of their location and condition.

    “But with this simulation center, which has been done to some of the equipment that has been donated to us by Huawei, we were able to simulate different green light conditions, different humidity, different temperature, that shows the different conditions of various environments we have in the country,” he said.

  • Huawei hands over 18 testing equipment to REA for renewable energy standards

    Huawei hands over 18 testing equipment to REA for renewable energy standards

    The Rural Electrification Agency (REA) on Sunday received 18 equipment for testing the standards of renewable energy components from the Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.

    The handover meeting of tools for the World-Class Mini-Grid Standardization and Simulation equipment, between REA and Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd was held in Abuja.

    Huawei is a Chinese multinational corporation and technology company headquartered in Longgang, Shenzhen.

    According to the Huawei Nigeria Board Director, Zhang Jing, the tools which worth $15,000 were given to the REA free of charge.

    He said the 18 equipment or project which make up the REA Mini Grid Testing lab is a key outcome of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s vision and visit to China to bring electricity to more people in remote areas.

    The mini grids systems, he said, will help improve Nigeria’s power infrastructure – ensuring renewable energy across the country are reliable and efficient. 

    He explained that they have been designed to handle different environmental challenges and withstand extreme weather conditions.

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    Speaking, the REA Managing Director, Engr. Abba Aliyu recalled that the hand over ceremony of the REA Mini-Grid Standardization and Simulation Series was a key outcome of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu September 2024 visit to China to bring electricity to more people in the remote areas. 

    He said, “Sometime in September 2024, Mr. President Poland visited China, part of the China-Nigeria and China-Africa initiative. Key highlight of that visit is a memorandum of understanding that was signed under the leadership of Minister of Power between the Rural Electrification Agency and Huawei.

     “The MOU was signed for Huawei to support the REA in developing a world-class mini-grid standardization and simulation center.

    “I am happy to say that today we are witnessing the fulfilling of all the commitments signed under that memorandum of understanding.”

    The REA boss said the importance of this grid standardization and simulation center cannot be over-emphasized.

    Aliyu said Nigeria is working towards positioning itself as the renewable hub of Africa. 

    He added that to achieve that, Nigeria would require to catalyze private sector investment in the manufacturing assembly of all the renewable equipment in the country. 

    He lamented that one key thing that may hinder that is the availability of substandard or used equipment that keep coming into Nigeria.

    Meanwhile, Aliyu said the private sector will require the assurance and the confidence that if they put in their money and build a manufacturing outfit in the manufacturing of photovoltaic panels or assembly, they would not be competing with people that import second-hand or substandard PV panels. 

    To address that, he said REA sought the support of Huawei and the Chinese government for the development of the simulation and standardization center. 

    He stressed that the center will help REA to sieve out all substandard and second-hand equipment, be it the PV panels or batteries.

    Continuing, he said, “A total of about 18 equipments have been provided under this MOU partnership by Huawei. We have oxylicon, power analyzer, multimedia, electronic load, AFCI generator, DC power, pyranometer, handler pyranometer, battery analyzer, micrometer, screw gauge, vernier caliper, tool kit, computers, idea hub, and printers.”

    He said some of these equipment that Huawei provides to REA are first of their kind in this country. 

    Commending the relief the lab will be to REA, he said gone are the days solar panels were moved up and down for testing.

    Aliyu noted added that the centre can now simulate the condition of the equipment remotely irrespective of their location and condition.

    “But with this simulation center, which has been done to some of the equipment that has been donated to us by Huawei, we were able to simulate different green light conditions, different humidity, different temperature, that shows the different conditions of various environments we have in the country,” he said. 

  • Fed Govt, Glo, Huawei bridge digital divide with pilot project in Abuja village

    Fed Govt, Glo, Huawei bridge digital divide with pilot project in Abuja village

    The Federal Government’s initiative to bring digital access to more than 7,000 remote Nigerian communities has taken off.

    The government launched the initiative’s pilot project at Isuanin Kura in the Ibwa 2 community of Gwagwalada, near Abuja.

    The project, a collaboration between the Federal Ministry of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Globacom, and Huawei Nigeria Enterprises, will provide 2G/3G/4G services, free public Wi-Fi, digital healthcare, and remote learning to over 12,000 residents.

    The Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Dr. Bosun Tijani, inaugurated the project.

    The minister praised Globacom and Huawei for supporting President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s goal of addressing the significant connectivity that has eluded over 20 million Nigerians.

    He said: “Where you live should not determine your access to opportunity.”

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    Tijani emphasised the ministry’s commitment to leveraging innovation to ensure that every Nigerian can thrive in the digital age, regardless of their location.

    Globacom’s Group Chief Technical Director Sanjib Roy said the company worked with the ministry and Huawei to bring up the site by providing the Microwave backhaul link and access to Globacom’s full core network resources and manage the operation of the site to ensure uninterrupted voice and data services for the community.

    “The Smart Education facility allows for young students within the community to receive education remotely, with the teachers being in Abuja or any other part of the world, while  Healthcare delivery has been revolutionised through connected medical equipment that enables remote consultations between patients in Ibwa and doctors and specialists in urban-locations,” Roy said.

    The site and all the equipment are powered by solar, thereby ensuring a clean environment and uninterrupted power supply, he said.

    The project’s effectiveness was demonstrated during the launch.

    The leader of the Isuanin Kura, Ibwa 2 Community, Chief Abubakar Bamaiyi, had a live medical consultation with a doctor in Abuja. Simultaneously, students at the local school were observed receiving an online video lesson from a teacher in Lagos, utilising equipment supplied by Huawei.

    Globacom’s Head of Division for the Northwest, Mr. Kazeem Kaka, reinforced the company’s long-standing commitment to democratising communication.

    “Since 2003, we have remained at the forefront of efforts to lower the barriers to connectivity—making telephony, internet, and data services more accessible and affordable for all Nigerians. Today’s launch reinforces that commitment,” he said.

    The Managing Director of Huawei Nigerian Enterprises, Mr. Terrens Wu, expressed pride in his company’s participation in bringing connectivity, learning, and healthcare to rural communities through digital technology.

    Huawei also donated 120 affordable smartphones to the community to further enhance access to telephony.

  • Huawei donates ICT lab to LASUSTECH to drive innovation

    Huawei donates ICT lab to LASUSTECH to drive innovation

    Huawei Nigeria has donated a state-of-the-art Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Laboratory to Lagos State University of Science and Technology (LASUSTECH), in a strategic move aimed at fostering innovation, research, and practical skill development among students.

    The facility, located within the Petroleum Technology Development Fund (PTDF) Building at the university’s main campus in Ikorodu, is expected to strengthen the institution’s drive to become a leading technology hub in Africa.

    The commissioning ceremony drew key figures from government, academia, and the technology sector, underscoring the significance of the project in bridging the gap between theoretical learning and practical application for students pursuing careers in ICT.

    LASUSTECH Vice Chancellor, Professor Olumuyiwa Odusanya, described the unveiling as a defining moment in LASUSTECH’s developmental trajectory, calling it “a day of joy” and a landmark in the university’s pursuit of innovation.

    He said, “This innovation laboratory being commissioned today is a testament to our town and gown initiative as outlined in our IMPACT strategy. We are thankful to Huawei Nigeria for this significant investment in our future. We owe them a debt of gratitude and do not take this contribution lightly.”

    Prof. Odusanya attributed the collaboration to the strategic foresight of the Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, whose official visit to China laid the foundation for the partnership.

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    He further praised the Lagos State Ministry of Innovation, Science and Technology, under the leadership of the Commissioner, Olatunbosun Alake, for facilitating the project.

    The vice chancellor appealed to Huawei to expand its support by considering the development of a Data Centre and additional tech-driven initiatives.

    He also urged students to leverage funding and research opportunities available through the Lagos State Science Research and Innovation Council (LASRIC), which he chairs.

    General Manager of Huawei Nigeria, Andrew Chen, affirmed the company’s commitment to empowering Nigerian students with globally relevant skills.

    “We are proud to partner with LASUSTECH. Our hope is that, with the skills acquired in this lab, many students will be employable not just locally, but internationally even by Huawei,” he said.

    Highlighting the broader vision behind the initiative, Olatunbosun Alake emphasised the necessity of technological empowerment in modern education.

    He encouraged students to embrace the facility wholeheartedly, adding that: “Nothing good comes easy, but this lab is a game-changer. Make use of it, develop programmes, and take ownership of your learning. You won’t be in the university forever.”

    The Commissioner emphasised that the lab represents more than an institutional advancement; it is a strategic asset for Lagos State’s long-term innovation agenda.

    He commissioned the facility alongside the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry, Engineer Mrs. Ibilola Kasumu, and other senior officials.