ADVERTISEMENT

Actor, 9 others unveiled as MTN brand ambassadors

Osuofia and nine others have now been unveiled as the 2016/2017 brand ambassadors for telecommunications giant, MTN.

Nkem Owoh aka Osuofia

The telecommunications company made the announcement today, September 1, 2016.

The general manager of consumer marketing, Mr Richard Iweanoge made the disclosure in a statement in Lagos state.

He listed the other nine ambassadors as follows:

ADVERTISEMENT

Saka, (Hafiz Oyetoro); Nedu (Steve Onu); Adamu Zango Praiz (Praise Adejo); Iyanya (Iyanya Mbuk); Chidinma (Chidinma Ekile); Falz (Folarin Falana); Tekno Miles(Augustine Kelechi) and Skales(Raoul Njeng-Njeng).

Mr Iweanoge disclosed that the unveiling was in line with the company commitment to supporting Nigerian musician, providing alternative platforms from which the artistes receive lucrative value for their intellectual property.

This arrangement was also designed to continually support the development of the entertainment industry, he added.

He said:

"With the significant investment made so far in Nigeria’s music industry, MTN remains and will continue to be one of the biggest supporters of the music industry.

ADVERTISEMENT

"We have a track record of consistently providing the stage for some of Nigeria’s biggest artistes to shine and express themselves. Through our Caller Ring Back Tunes (CRBT), MTN is the largest music distributor in Africa.

"Through the platform, we ensured that Nigerian musicians would no longer suffer the scourge of piracy.

"They are able to make good money, as a result of their hard work." he concluded.

MTN Executive, Ms Amina Oyagbola, revealed in the statement that the company was proud to be associated with the growth and development of its ambassadors, whether past or present.

ADVERTISEMENT

Ms Oyagbola also commended them for their contributions to the company's development. adding that MTN would continue to maintain the cordial relationship between them.

Enhance Your Pulse News Experience!

Get rewards worth up to $20 when selected to participate in our exclusive focus group. Your input will help us to make informed decisions that align with your needs and preferences.

I've got feedback!

JOIN OUR PULSE COMMUNITY!

Unblock notifications in browser settings.
ADVERTISEMENT

Eyewitness? Submit your stories now via social or:

Email: eyewitness@pulse.ng

Recommended articles

Actor Kanayo Kanayo raises alarm on the dangers of YouTube skits on Nollywood

Actor Kanayo Kanayo raises alarm on the dangers of YouTube skits on Nollywood

Actress Etinosa Idemudia calls for more women to consider having abortions

Actress Etinosa Idemudia calls for more women to consider having abortions

Fireboy says he doesn't intentionally make Afrobeats

Fireboy says he doesn't intentionally make Afrobeats

Davido partners with United Masters to launch new record label

Davido partners with United Masters to launch new record label

BFA and Co Legal Orchestrates Landmark Deal: Davido launches Nine+ Records with UnitedMasters

BFA and Co Legal Orchestrates Landmark Deal: Davido launches Nine+ Records with UnitedMasters

Phyna rejects new offers from BBNaija sponsors as meeting ends in deadlock

Phyna rejects new offers from BBNaija sponsors as meeting ends in deadlock

Disney's 'Madu' director is working on a documentary on Chibok girls 'The Harvest'

Disney's 'Madu' director is working on a documentary on Chibok girls 'The Harvest'

Timeline of Nelly & Ashanti's romance to expecting their first child 21 years later

Timeline of Nelly & Ashanti's romance to expecting their first child 21 years later

Ruger & BNXN describe their joint project as 'synergy at its finest'

Ruger & BNXN describe their joint project as 'synergy at its finest'

ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT