The lights dimmed inside the Eko Hotels Convention Centre, Victoria Island, as the audience waited in anticipation.
It wasn’t just another corporate launch, it was the unveiling of a bold new chapter for one of Nigeria’s most resilient telecom brands.
When the curtains lifted, 9mobile revealed its transformed identity, T2, “Tech Meets Tenacity.”
A statement not only about the company’s evolution, but also about Nigeria’s indomitable spirit in the face of change.
Representing Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, the Secretary to the State Government, Barr. ’Bimbola Salu-Hundeyin, captured the moment:
“This initiative resonates with Lagos’ vision of building a connected, competitive, and innovative city. Lagos is proof of what happens when vision meets hard work, and when technology meets tenacity.”
The Governor’s message was clear, Lagos is deliberately shaping itself as Nigeria’s innovation capital, from Smart City projects to digitised healthcare platforms, from LASRIC start-up funding to tech-driven education through Eko Excel. For Sanwo-Olu, 9mobile’s transformation was another milestone in a journey that Lagos is proud to champion.
But the night wasn’t only about Lagos. It was about Nigeria’s future.
“Technology alone is not enough,” Sanwo-Olu stressed. “It requires tenacity, the grit to refine, to improve, and to apply innovation in ways that make our country greater.”
Adding his voice, Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Dr. Bosun Tijani, called the rebrand “a new beginning,” urging T2’s leadership to embrace excellence in service to millions whose livelihoods depend on their network.
For Mr. Obafemi Banigbe, CEO of 9mobile/T2, the brand’s rebirth was more than cosmetic, it was structural.
He announced that the network is evolving into a cloud-native, API-ready operation, built on data-driven solutions.
He also disclosed a national roaming agreement with MTN Nigeria, a move designed to expand coverage and optimise service delivery.
The hall brimmed with industry leaders, innovators, and partners, united by a sense of renewal. The 9mobile choir’s harmonies carried the spirit of resilience, an echo of the company’s journey from challenges to reinvention.
As the evening drew to a close, one message lingered: this was not just 9mobile’s transformation. It was a symbol of Nigeria’s determination to lead in innovation, powered by creativity, resilience, and an unshakable belief in the future.
