Nigerian e-commerce platform Konga has kicked off its Berekete Sales promotion, offering significant discounts across a wide range of products. This sales event arrives at a time when consumers are actively seeking value, promising deals on everything from electronics to home goods.
A standout offer in the sale is a substantial price cut on the Starlink Gen 3 satellite internet kit. Previously retailing for ₦590,000, the kit is now available for ₦550,000—a direct saving of ₦40,000 for the customer. This discount makes high-speed, low-latency satellite internet more accessible to Nigerian households and businesses, particularly in underserved or rural areas where traditional broadband infrastructure is lacking. Konga's move solidifies its position as a major retailer for premium tech products in the Nigerian market.
In a parallel development critical for consumer security, the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) is preparing to launch a new cross-sector platform. The regulator has developed the Telecom Identity Risk Management System (TIRMS) portal, a centralized system designed to tackle the risks associated with mobile number recycling.
Number recycling occurs when deactivated phone numbers are reassigned to new subscribers. This practice, while necessary, has created vulnerabilities, allowing fraudsters to potentially gain access to the digital accounts and personal information linked to the previous owner of the number. The TIRMS portal aims to establish a coordinated framework for managing these identity risks, enhancing security for Nigerians across banking, social media, and other digital services.
The NCC's initiative reflects a growing understanding of telecoms infrastructure as foundational to national digital security. By proactively addressing the flaws in number recycling, the regulator seeks to build greater trust in mobile-based services and protect citizens from financial and personal data fraud.
Together, these announcements from Konga and the NCC represent a notable day for Nigeria's tech landscape: one offering immediate tangible benefits through cheaper internet access, and another laying groundwork for long-term, systemic protection against digital fraud.
