By Zika Bobby
Vitel Wireless is shaking up Nigeria’s telecom industry with a bold, tech-first approach that goes beyond traditional calls and data services. The company has launched a range of innovative solutions, including Location Awareness Technology (LAT) embedded directly into SIM cards, a first for Africa.
Vitel Wireless’ Chief Executive Officer, Kenneth Emeka Nwabueze,
said telecom should be more than calls and data. “We’re building a platform that addresses real-world problems and unlocks new opportunities for businesses and individuals alike,” he said.
By leveraging cutting-edge technology, he said Vitel Wireless is poised to redefine the telecom landscape in Nigeria and potentially beyond. “With its innovative approach, the company is set to make a significant impact on the tech ecosystem.”
He said they are also betting on eSIM technology, bringing Nigeria closer to markets like Europe and North America where the feature is already standard. “For frequent travellers, high-net-worth individuals, and mobile-first professionals, this offers convenience and flexibility without juggling multiple SIM cards. The move comes at a time when Nigeria’s telecom sector is valued at over $10 billion, yet many argue innovation has slowed. Legacy operators remain dominant, but demand for enterprise mobility, digital security, and flexible communication tools is only rising.
By positioning itself as both a challenger and an enabler, Vitel Wireless is signaling that telecom in Nigeria can, and should, evolve.
For the Nigerian tech ecosystem, Vitel Wireless’s arrival raises a bigger question: if telecom is the infrastructure of everything digital, from fintech to logistics to consumer apps, what does it mean when a new entrant starts to innovate at the SIM level?
The answer may well be that Nigeria’s next phase of digital transformation will be powered by four digits: 0712.”
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