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Chapter 405 4G Operator Progress

Adebayor also dropped his smile and adopted a serious expression.

I've been in communication with the Nigerian Communications Commission.

They prefer to issue three 4G licenses, reserving two for established operators MTN and Global Communications.

MTN is from South Africa, and Globe Communications is from Nigeria. These two companies together account for 70% of the mobile communications market.

The third tender was open for bidding, but four companies were competing for it. Their goal was clear: to eliminate some smaller telecommunications companies.

Huang Tianya glanced at them and saw that they were all a bunch of worthless scoundrels; their chances were still quite high.

"By the way, is there any chance of getting the license directly?"

"Yes! I've been doing this for days, but there are many conditions that need to be met."

Adebayor took another document from the drawer, which contained the results of his negotiations with the Nigerian Communications Commission.

They also very much hope that Transsion, a large capital firm, will enter the communications market, but at the same time they fear that Transsion will achieve a complete monopoly.

After all, the mobile phone market is already monopolized, and it also has a presence in the internet market to some extent.

Although it's possible to purchase it for free, Transsion Security is not to be underestimated, which puts them in a difficult position.

There have been several internal struggles regarding the matter of telepathy.

"That's the current situation. They're fighting internally, but after the various factions compromised, they set a condition for us."

"If we can build 2000 4G communication base stations within three years, covering 60% of Nigeria's population, we can be issued an operator license directly!"

Adebayor also compiled the required funding, with the base station costing approximately $5 million.

This doesn't even include operating costs and staff salaries; the total investment over several years could exceed $10 billion.

If it were a typical company, they might hesitate, but what is Huaxin Investment? It's a company with so much money it doesn't know what to do with it.

Moreover, this is the most crucial link in controlling the African market, and this small amount of money must be spent.

"Mr. Shen means it's okay to invest."

Huang Tianya said.

"But since we're going to get involved, let's go all out. We can't just focus on Nigeria; we also need to talk to neighboring countries like Ghana, Kenya, and Mauritius."

Transsion: If we're going to do telecom, we'll be a global operator, not a unilateral effort in one country.

Adebayor nodded; that was indeed what he had discussed, and things were progressing very smoothly.

For example, in Ghana, when 4G licenses were issued in the first quarter of 2014, they had a very good impression of Transsion and believed that Transsion had the ability to provide them with better services. They had already pre-ordered a license.

Kenya is expected to open in Q2 2014, but competition is fierce, with Vodafone Holdings being the largest and most powerful operator in the country, and it is somewhat exclusive.

Transsion Security is currently tackling this tough challenge, and we believe it won't be long before they secure Kenya's 4G operator qualification.

We talked for over an hour, from getting 4G licenses to our future plans in Africa. Huang Tianya also gave Adebayor a thorough explanation.

Adebayo has a good learning ability. He is no longer an employee of Transsion, but an agent for Transsion in Africa.

Huang Tianya sent Shen Fei a message before he left.

"Boss, the 4G license application process is going smoothly..."

"Alright, we can begin the next step of the plan..."

Huang Tianya's face returned to that solemn expression. He understood Shen Fei's next step, after all, Africa was a treasure trove...

It's time to start acquiring those mineral resources.

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As for Adebayo's cover story, that dates back to a few days ago, in early November.

The Time magazine photographers arrived in Las Vegas three days early, even before the journalists.

They considered several shooting angles in Adebayor's office, such as his desk, the area next to his desk, and the conference room, but ultimately chose the view from the window.

The photographer, a Frenchman with a large beard, paced back and forth in Adebayor's office more than a dozen times, repeatedly adjusting the lights and reflectors, while constantly muttering in French.

"This is a good angle." He pointed to the window. "Mr. Adebayo is leaning against the window, with the Lacus skyline behind him!"

The sunlight shines from the side, half bright and half dark, creating a powerful and evocative atmosphere.

Just like you, sir, your life is full of stories!

Adebayor simply smiled and replied, but as he looked at the people in front of him, he also sensed something was amiss.

After all, this wasn't his first time being interviewed by Time magazine, but the first two times he clearly didn't take it this seriously, and there was something fishy about it.

Just as the secretary handed him the list of visitors, he glanced at it and frowned slightly.

"The deputy editor-in-chief is coming in person?"

This deepened his doubts once again. Although Transsion's influence in Africa was growing stronger, which was to be expected, he still felt that something was amiss.

The Frenchman also saw the shock on his face. Indeed, Adebayor had already changed his expression by the time the other man noticed.

"Mr. Adebayor, please don't be surprised, this is an exclusive interview with you personally."

After all, as a leading figure of the new generation in Africa, you don't need to be constantly associated with Transsion; that would cause most people to overlook your personal abilities.

"Personally?"

"That's right! Time magazine is doing a new long feature article, and you're the first one.

I can give you a heads-up: the title is "The Steve Jobs of Africa." We want to focus on your personal vision for the African technology industry.

You are a leading figure in Africa's technology industry and should not be mentioned merely as a representative of Transsion; that is unfair to you.

Adebayo deliberately showed a hint of anger on his face after hearing this, but quickly a smile appeared on his face as well.

The performance was excellent.

He took the idea of ​​both anticipation and the inability to agree due to his duty to the extreme.

"It's just an interview with Mr. Adebayor, it's fine."

"Yes, it was just an interview!"

The rest of the photographer team echoed this sentiment.

Seeing their "support," Adebayor's lips slowly curled up slightly, and he finally nodded.

Those people nodded subtly; the plan had succeeded.

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But after they left, Adebayor tapped the table lightly, his eyes fixed on the name of Time magazine's deputy editor on the list.

Richard Hoffman.

He had heard of this name before; it was the real mastermind behind the magazine.

The fact that this person personally flew to Lax to interview him is itself a gesture, an overly arrogant one.

But he doesn't deserve that kind of treatment right now, especially after today's conversation...

"Interesting." Adebayo put the list back on the table, a faint smile appearing on his lips.

Since they want to play, let's play along and have some fun.