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Starcomms Rallies Shareholders For Capcom $210m Merger Deal

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Starcomms Nigeria Plc, the only telecommunications operator listed on the Nigerian Stock exchange (NSE) is rallying its shareholders ahead of its December 28, 2012 court-ordered annual general meeting (AGM) to accept the $210 million proposed transaction that will lead to the merger of Starcomms, Multi-Links and MTS, three Code Division Multiple Access (CDMA) operators into one company called Capcom.
At a briefing to intimate the media about the ongoing efforts to resolve all outstanding issues, top executives of Starcomms and Capcom said the deal would lead to emergence of Capcom as the first operator to deploy Long Term Evolution (LTE), a fourth generation (4G) technology pathway with capacity for high speed data, voice and internet services for consumers in Nigeria.
The deal will lead to Starcomms relinquishing 90.5 per cent of its shares to the new investor, Capcom. Starcomms is posting to its shareholders documentation relating to Capcom’s proposed investment into the company. The transaction will be effected through a scheme of arrangement and a private placement, both of which have been approved by the Board of Directors of Starcomms. Speaking about the transaction, Olusola Oladokun, Interim CEO of Starcomms Plc said “Starcomms has experienced significant challenges over the past two years, at the heart of which have been the changing competitive and operational dynamics of the Nigerian telecommunications industry, especially in the voice business. As a result, the Board of Directors has been considering a number of options to re-position the Company for growth.
“After careful consideration, we believe that the investment by Capcom, which will provide the capital required for continued operations as well as enabling investment in new technology, combined with the injection of new spectrum and the CDMA assets of Multi-links, creates the best possible platform for Starcomm’s future.We strongly recommend – and look forward to – the transaction being approved by our Shareholders.”
He said as result of the challenges, Starcomms faces a severe liquidity crisis, which prompted the Board of Directors to consider options available to introduce new capital into the company, stressing that without this new capital the company will fail as a going concern and shareholder value will be lost.  He said Starcomms has reduced outstanding financial debt from N31.9 billion in Q1 2010 to N15.1 billion as at Q3 2012.
Giving more insight into the deal, Capcom’s CEO designate for Starcomms post transaction completion, Demola Elesho said the aggregation of spectrum allocations from Multi-Links and MTS, which is a contiguous 20MHz of spectrum in the 1900MHz range, the largest allocation of any telecoms provider in Nigeria will enable Starcomms to deliver a complete range of mobile broadband services using new generation IP-enabled, high speed broadband 4G/LTE technology.
Capcom is expected to start operations early next year and launch LET within 6-12 months. The court ordered meeting and the 2011 AGM of the company are scheduled to take place on December 28th2012 to enable Shareholders to vote on the scheme and to pass special resolutions giving effect to the private placement and approving the transaction upon which, following final regulatory approvals, Capcom will assume control of Starcomms.

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Konga Partners Samsung to Offer Shoppers Free Delivery & Installation on Electronics Products

This development is bound to add an extra kick and special flavour to the Samsung Brand Day, an exclusive one-day sale of Samsung products on the Konga website scheduled for Tuesday, June 13, 2023.

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Konga, Nigeria’s leading composite giant has partnered with Samsung, a multinational manufacturing conglomerate to offer shoppers free delivery and installation as well as free installation kits when they purchase any of the Samsung Consumer Electronics products on Konga.

This exciting offer is part of activities for the month-long Konga Mid-year Shopping Festival, a hugely popular annual sales fiesta, which kicked off on the 30th of May and ends on 30th of June, 2023.

Through this incentive, shoppers on the Konga platform can now have their Samsung Electronics products delivered at no cost, in addition to having certified technicians handle the installation at their residence free of charge. This offer covers items such as Samsung TVs UHD 65′ & above and QLED 55′ & above; all Samsung Air Conditioners; Samsung Washing Machines Front Loaders 6kg & above and Samsung Refrigerators Double Door (300Ltrs & above), Side by Side, French Doors and Be-Spoke. Furthermore, customers will receive free installation kits for Samsung TVs and Residential Air Conditioners as part of this offer.

Also adding to the excitement is the option of same day delivery for all ordered items through KongaNow, an unprecedented initiative pioneered by Konga in May 2013. KongaNow addresses the twin problems of fake products and delayed deliveries by ensuring that verified products are delivered to shoppers within one to six hours, provided orders are placed before 2pm. Any item labelled KongaNow on the Konga website is entitled to same day delivery in Lagos and Abuja. Shoppers in other cities will also enjoy fast-tracked delivery, although with slight delays owing to logistics reasons.

This development is bound to add an extra kick and special flavour to the Samsung Brand Day, an exclusive one-day sale of Samsung products on the Konga website scheduled for Tuesday, June 13, 2023.  For the Samsung Brand Day, shoppers are set to enjoy special pricing and discounted deals on various Samsung products cutting across its Mobile Phone range and accessories as well as Consumer Electronics such as TV sets, AirConditioners, Refrigerators and Washing Machines, among others. The exclusive Samsung Day sale will kick off in the dawn hours of Tuesday, June 13 on the website – www.konga.com, with early bird shoppers expected to take advantage of the limited quantities on offer.

The 2023 edition of the Konga Mid-Year Shopping Festival, launched last year by the e-Commerce giant, has continued to attract huge interest and excitement among bargain-hungry shoppers, with Konga offering best prices and special deals for genuine products from a wide range of leading manufacturers across categories, enabling shoppers save big on their purchases.

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Samsung Launches New Galaxy A24 LTE In Nigeria

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Samsung Electronics Nigeria said the newest edition of the popular Galaxy A series will give telephone users more options to stay connected and enjoy a remarkable mobile experience.

The electronics giant said the new Galaxy A24 LTE comes packed with amazing features and a clear mission to redefine awesome through a brilliant display, a brand-new design and a camera that shoots sharp and steady.

It said the device comes with a large storage capacity that allows you to safely keep your important documents, music, apps, downloads and collection of all your life’s special moments captured in pictures and video.

The Galaxy A24 LTE boasts the latest software in Samsung’s One UI 5.1, built-in memory of 4 or 6GB of memory and 128GB storage that is expandable by up to 1TB with MicroSD1.

According to the company, the device comes with Galaxy’s signature design language that is inspired by Samsung’s flagship line. From the back of the phone, the improved design sports a glossy finish and prism pattern back cover with a refined and polished camera deck.

The optimized ratio between the corner and the camera modules gives the phone a sophisticated look while the no camera housing is straight out of the apex Galaxy S series design playbook.

The phone’s sleek and premium design is complemented by its exquisite flat body pattern. Moreover, you can stand out with one of the phone’s three beautiful colors that include black, silver and light green.

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TD Africa Expands Access To Ring Home Security Solutions in Nigeria

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TD Africa, Sub-Saharan Africa’s leading distributor of tech and lifestyle products, has announced an agreement to distribute select Ring devices in Nigeria.

The agreements revealed at meeting with its resellers on Thursday night in Lagos, TD Africa stated that it will leverage its growing network of channel partners and key resellers in extending the reach of Ring’s cutting-edge solutions to millions of potential users across Nigeria.

By offering Ring devices for the first time in Nigeria, TD Africa and Ring can deliver home security solutions that are accessible and effective. Ring provides reliable, easy-to-install DIY home security products that offer customers peace of mind as they protect their homes.

While using devices like the Ring Video Doorbell (2nd generation), homeowners can see, hear and speak to anyone at their front door, from their compatible phone or tablet – even in the dark.

Ring devices provide an extra layer of security, through a variety of features. With Ring Video Doorbells and Security Cameras, users benefit from Motion Detection, Two-Way Talk, Night Vision, and more, all controllable via the Ring app. Plus, Ring has put features in place across all its devices to ensure privacy, security, and user control remain front and centre. Features vary based on the device and may be subject to a Ring Protect subscription.

The coordinating managing director, TD Africa, Mrs. Chioma Chimere disclosed that, “We are delighted to add Ring to a growing list of globally recognised brands we represent in Nigeria. Through this collaboration, we are confident of bringing the Ring range of intelligent home security solutions to the homes of many Nigerians through our nationwide network of channel partners.

 Also speaking vice president– Emerging Markets, Ring, Mohammad Meraj Hoda said, “At Ring, our mission is to make neighbourhoods safer. We reimagined home security with products like Ring Video Doorbell, Floodlight Cam Wired Pro, and Stick Up Cams.

“Now, we’re excited to work with TD Africa to expand our product availability in Nigeria. We look forward to working together to bring our products to residents and continue to provide peace of mind to more customers around the world,” said.

Ring devices, including video doorbells, indoor and outdoor security cameras and a range of accessories, including solar panels, will be available from April 2023 in stores, shopping centres, malls, tech-focused markets and other retail locations in major cities across Nigeria. Customers can also expect in-store events and online specials to introduce this new product offering.

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