Y’elloTide in Full Motion: Leadership, Innovation, and Celebrating What Matters Most
CORPORATE IMPACT & LEADERSHIP
The Christmas edition of From the Y’elloverse is here, and the Y’elloTide continues to rise. This season, we reflect on the milestones achieved, the connections strengthened, and the shared value created across the communities we serve.
Here’s a snapshot of how we’re closing the year on a high note.
The Prestige Experience: Where Excellence Meets Appreciation
Last weekend, The Prestige Experience took center stage at The Royal Box, Victoria Island, Lagos—an exclusive, invitation-only evening curated to honour our valued customers and key government stakeholders.
Guests enjoyed a refined blend of fine dining, African elegance, and world-class entertainment. The evening featured Michelin-inspired cuisine by Chef Stone, striking fashion showcases, and a soul-stirring live performance by Asa.
Anchored by Ebuka Obi-Uchendu and Michelle Dede, with delightful comic moments from Alibaba, the event perfectly embodied the Y’elloTide spirit—thoughtful celebration, authentic connection, and memorable experiences.
As part of our broader Y’elloTide initiatives, the Prestige Experience reinforces our commitment to recognising every customer segment, from high-value partners to the mass market, ensuring that every engagement feels intentional and personal.
Karl Toriola Honoured as CEO of the Year
We are proud to announce that our CEO, Dr. Karl Toriola, has been named CEO of the Year by the Most Influential People of African Descent (MIPAD). He also delivered a compelling keynote address at the awards dinner.
This honour recognises Dr. Toriola’s visionary leadership and steadfast focus on innovation, customer-centricity, and digital transformation. Under his guidance, we have recorded milestones that continue to redefine Nigeria’s telecommunications landscape and strengthen Africa’s connected future.
Beyond individual recognition, this award reflects the collective dedication of our people and our shared pursuit of excellence.
Empowering the Future of Afrobeats
The journey to discovering the next Afrobeats sensation reached an exciting finale as Ayo Benzi emerged winner of MTN Next Afrobeats Star, securing a ₦150 million music deal.
From over 15,000 hopefuls to five exceptional finalists—Ayo Benzi, Dave Cash, Kaeko, Somto O’Laker, and Lucky Yay—the competition showcased talent, discipline, and global readiness.
With mentorship from industry leaders including Sarz, Puffy Tee, P Prime, and Andre Vibez, the finalists shared a combined ₦400 million prize pool, reaffirming our commitment to youth empowerment and creative excellence.
Ending the Year on a Y’ello Note
This festive season comes packed with exciting rewards—from data bundles and special gifts to free interstate rides and festive giveaways via MoMo PSB.
As a special treat, the first five people to reply to this email will receive free tickets to Kizz Daniel’s Lagos concert on December 27, 2025.
The Y’ello season is about celebrating progress, people, and possibility—and the best is yet to come.
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