Konga, a member of the Zinox Group, has partnered with the Defence Headquarters to launch the Defence Discount Scheme (DDS), a technology-enabled initiative aimed at catering to the welfare of serving and retired personnel of the Nigerian Armed Forces. The scheme, set to go live on October 1, 2026, will offer military personnel and their families exclusive access to a wide range of products at discounted rates through Konga's online platform.
The launch event, held in Abuja, was attended by senior military leadership, including the Chief of Defence Staff, General Olufemi Oluyede, and other principal officers of the army, navy, and air force. Representatives of Konga and Zinox, including Onochie Eche-Chukwuma and Mr. Kingsley Asonye, were also present. The Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator Dr. George Akume, who was the Special Guest of Honour, commended the initiative, describing it as a welcome contribution to the Federal Government's comprehensive welfare framework.
The Defence Discount Scheme is a natural extension of Konga's mission to democratize access to quality goods and services for all Nigerians. The platform will offer an extensive range of categories, including Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG), mobile phones, food and beverages, cars, and renewable energy products. This holistic approach ensures that the welfare of military personnel and their families is comprehensively addressed, easing financial pressures and enhancing their quality of life.
The platform has been seamlessly integrated with the Defence Headquarters for authentication and verification purposes, ensuring that only eligible personnel can access the exclusive discounts. A live demonstration of the online discount scheme was conducted during the event, providing a step-by-step overview of how serving military personnel would access and utilize the platform through Konga.
This initiative is a testament to Konga's and the Zinox Group's enduring legacy of leveraging technology to transform lives and democratize access to essential goods and services across Nigeria. For about three decades, the businesses in Zinox Group have been at the forefront of Nigeria's digital revolution, and their impact extends far beyond the boardroom.
Konga, since its acquisition by Zinox Group in 2018, has evolved into Africa's first true omnichannel platform, combining digital retail with physical presence. The Defence Discount Scheme is a natural extension of this legacy, demonstrating that technology, when deployed purposefully, can be a powerful tool for social good.
Key points
- The Defence Discount Scheme will provide military personnel and their families with exclusive access to a wide range of products at discounted rates through Konga's online platform.
- The platform has been integrated with the Defence Headquarters for authentication and verification purposes, ensuring that only eligible personnel can access the exclusive discounts.
- This initiative is a testament to Konga's and the Zinox Group's commitment to leveraging technology to transform lives and democratize access to essential goods and services across Nigeria.
