MTN Group and MTN Nigeria have expressed delight at participating in the 11th Nigeria-South Africa Bi-National Commission (BNC) held in Cape Town on Tuesday, December 3, 2024.
MTN said the strong bonds between the two countries were reinforced and plans were made to accelerate cooperation at the event.
The MTN delegation – led by Group President and CEO, Ralph Mupita, MTN Nigeria Chairman, Dr Ernest Ndukwe, and MTN Nigeria CEO, Karl Olutokun Toriola – also expressed honour to engage with President Bola Tinubu on the sidelines of the meeting, which was hosted by South Africa’s Minister of Trade, Industry and Competition, Parks Tau.
The company, in a statement on Thursday, December 5, said: “MTN Nigeria is an important MTN subsidiary, accounting for some 27% of all MTN subscribers and some 23% of Group service revenue.
“MTN has long established itself as a company that is a proud supporter of the Nigerian economy, remaining committed to contributing to the nation’s progress across several fronts.
“We believe in the Bi-National Commission’s objectives and the pivotal role of the digital economy in driving inclusive growth in Nigeria. We look forward to continuing our support for economic development initiatives.”
