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Jobs/Vacancies / Seeking For IT Partners In Our USSD Business by itekzone: 3:04pm On Jan 09, 2017
We are seeking for Partner Synergy in the following 8 States in Nigeria - Lagos, Ibadan, Abuja, Enugu, Port Harcourt, Edo, Delta, Imo, Akwa Ibom, Benue.

We have the Enterprise Shared USSD platform which cut across all networks. Our architecture covers Reverse Billing and Subscription USSD for projects with good monthly subscriptions.

We are simply looking for partners that will start and close a sale. Connect us with client and collect N70,000.00 instantly per closed sale.
Hand over the client to us and we handle setup and support client to the end! ***Partnership Offer Ends Jan 28th, 2017***

****Fast Track Virtual Training for All Qualified Partners.

Qualified Partners must have the following:
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 A good office location to have meetings with clients and close sales
 Ability to source clients and generate positive leads
 An IT Certification
 Vast Knowledge in IT and USSD Technology
 Good Communication and Presentation Skills
 Ability to Motivate Your Team and Set Targets
 Ability to Generate at least 8 Sales Per Month (N560,000.00 POTENTIAL FREE Commission!!!)

Send email of interest to ussd@infotekps.com
Religion / Re: Only Tithe-Payers Are Qualified To Receive Blessings - Oyedepo (Video) by itekzone: 1:56pm On Dec 20, 2016
You can be rich without being blessed, but you cannot be blessed without being rich. Remember, blessings do not only mean money and material possessions. Have you heard the saying..."health is wealth"? Ask Steve Jobs

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Phones / Re: Any Bulk Sms Company In Abuja? by itekzone: 10:45am On Jun 08, 2016
Buy Bulk SMS in Abuja. Very affordable. We are the leading Bulk SMS Provider in Nigeria. Register today and get FREE SMS Credits. Visit www.voiceandtext.com

Technology Market / Buy Bulk SMS In Nigeria. Register and Get Free SMS by itekzone: 3:06pm On Apr 29, 2016
Buy Bulk SMS in Nigeria. SMS Your Way (aka Voice and Text) offers you the opportunity to send single or bulk sms in Nigeria at the cheapest prices. We offer voice sms as well. The cost of sending single bulksms with your phone in Nigeria to various networks can be expensive. We offer you a platform at a fixed low rate where you can push out your bulk sms messages.

You can also schedule your bulk sms to send when you are offline. Some of our features are Customized Sender Id, Scheduler, Instant Delivery, Instant Delivery Report, Address Book, covers 550+ networks worldwide, API integration, sms does not expire, bulk sms and voice sms reselling, and much more. Churches, Politicians, Offices, Businesses, Individuals or people outside Nigeria can benefit from this bulksms solution.

We also have a database of GSM numbers that can be purchased and used for your bulksms campaigns and new business awareness and new arrival bulk sms alerts.

Buy N10k worth of bulk sms today and get 200 FREE SMS units.

Try us today. Register an sms account at http://www.voiceandtext.com

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Technology Market / Bulk SMS In Nigeria - Voice And Text by itekzone: 8:30am On Apr 06, 2016
Affordable Rates

Reseller Available

API Available

Fast Delivery

Instant Delivery Report

Use Your ATM To Buy Credit

Upload Contacts

One Unit = 1 Page SMS (no hidden deductions)

Sign Up Today!

Visit: www.voiceandtext.com

Like our Facebook Page at www.facebook.com/bulksms.in.nigeria

08094947473, 08132878945
Nairaland / General / Re: #NBMAwards2015: Nairaland Nominated In The Nigerian Broadcasters Media Award by itekzone: 10:26pm On Feb 05, 2016
Text Nbma contestant number to 33811

"Nmba" is wrong!

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Business / 4,001 Business, Sales & Personal Letters by itekzone: 2:37pm On Jan 26, 2016
Software Format:

Create professional letters with the largest and best-selling collection of ready-to-use letters available. Choose the perfect letter, learn from must-know tips and steps, or use choice sentences and phrases to:



* Start your letter courteously
* Compose your letter with style
* Express yourself appropriately
* Sound polished and professional
* Close your letter effectively
* …and much, much more!

Use 4,001 Business, Sales & Personal Letters today and write quality letters for home, work, school and business! The fastest and easiest way to write letters. Guaranteed.



Works with Windows Operating Systems

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Business / 4,001 Business, Sales & Personal Letters by itekzone: 1:34pm On Jan 26, 2016
Software Format:

Create professional letters with the largest and best-selling collection of ready-to-use letters available. Choose the perfect letter, learn from must-know tips and steps, or use choice sentences and phrases to:



* Start your letter courteously
* Compose your letter with style
* Express yourself appropriately
* Sound polished and professional
* Close your letter effectively
* …and much, much more!

Use 4,001 Business, Sales & Personal Letters today and write quality letters for home, work, school and business! The fastest and easiest way to write letters. Guaranteed.



Works with Windows Operating Systems

Click here: http://www.eshopandsell.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=66&products_id=198&zenid=2c6htt8qeolh4123f8pmq1jg71

Business / USSD Codes Now Available In Nigeria by itekzone: 2:36pm On Jan 19, 2016
What Is USSD?
Unstructured Supplementary Service Data (USSD) is a protocol used by GSM cellular telephones to communicate with the service provider's computers. USSD can be used for WAP browsing, prepaid callback services, mobile-money services, location-based content services, menu-based information services, and as part of configuring the phone on the network. e.g *510#


Who Can Use USSD?
Hospitals Restaurants
Insurance Companies
Airline Companies (Flight Information)
Hotels Sports Betting
Churches Mosques
Schools
Health Care Organizations
VIO & FRSC
Immigration & Customs
Police and Security Agencies
NGOs
Government Organisations
Private Companies
Transport and Logistic Companies
Television Stations
Music Industries
Job Search
Sports News
Local & International News
Weather Alerts & Traffic Alerts
Informational Directories
Market Place
Mobile Money Operators
Content Providers
Satellite Dish Companies like DSTV, Star Times e.t.c


Visit www.infotekps.com/ussd.html for details
Business / Bulk SMS Business In Nigeria. Beware of Hidden Charges!! by itekzone: 10:56am On Nov 12, 2015
Why Pay 90kobo, 50 kobo, 30 kobo or even N1 per SMS when they will deduct extra 1.80 units which is equivalent to additional N1.80 per sms?

At SMS Your Way, we charge you a flat fee as low as N1.35 per sms.

1 SMS = 1 UNIT

No strings attached and No Hidden Charges.

Become a reseller at voice and text.

visit us at www.voiceandtext.com and register today and get FREE SMS CREDITS
Science/Technology / Bulk SMS In Nigeria - www.voiceandtext.com by itekzone: 2:43pm On Aug 19, 2015

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lHTN-ryJzn4

Visit our website for bulk sms pricing

ONE (1) BULK SMS CREDIT, 1.5 UNITS DEDUCTED

Register at http://www.voiceandtext.com

Phone: 08132878945, 08094947473

Monday - Friday; 8am - 6pm

Our office is located in Abuja

Support by Email is open 24/7

Pay with your ATM 24/7 and get instant crediting

FREE SMS on Fridays when you buy N10k worth or more

Closed on weekends (make sure you have enough sms credits)
Jobs/Vacancies / Seasoned PHP Programmer/developer Needed In Abuja by itekzone: 2:38pm On Aug 02, 2015
Seasoned PHP Programmer With Experience Needed.

Project Duration Already in Progress: 30days

Coding Hours: In Office Premises Weekdays

Pay: Negotiable

Start Date; August 6th, 2015

Email recent web apps and other verifiable online jobs to info@infotekps.com

Acceptable Enquiry Times: Mon- Friday, 9am - 5pm

Phone Number: 08094947473
Jobs/Vacancies / Job Title: Marketing Executive (female) - Abuja by itekzone: 4:21pm On Jul 14, 2015
Job Opportunity at InfoTek Perspective Services

InfoTek Perspective Services Limited is a leading Value Added Service (VAS) provider in Africa with bias in IT Value Added Services, ePayment systems, Internet Service Provider, Web Development, Cisco Networking, POS systems, Data Warehousing, eCommerce Solutions, and Telecommunications business sectors decided to team up with InfoTek.

Job Title: Marketing Executive (female)

Location: Abuja (Durumi District)

Job Field: Information Technology

Position Description:
To work directly with the CEO to fulfil his/her role. Selling IT products, services and merchandise to customers and meeting customer needs in a friendly and professional manner.

Minimum Qualification:
OND or HND or BSc Holder.
Age Range: 22 – 29yrs
Gender: Female
Good Listener, Computer Literate, Possesses good customer service skills
Punctual, Dedicated and Hardworking
Teachable Character with practical knowledge of Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word

Key Responsibilities:
Phone Receptionist and attendant,
Increase Sales daily
Attend Corporate Meetings (if any)
Company Secretary – reporting and administration
Field Marketing – Twice a week
Reviewing your own sales performance, aiming to meet or exceed targets
Gain a clear understanding of customers' businesses and requirements;
Making accurate, rapid cost calculations and providing customers with quotations
Ensures office cleanliness
Resolving customer complaints by investigating problems and develop solutions
Interacts with Customers to know their needs
Forecast IT Sales and Trends
Inventory management
Administration/Reporting:
Maintain record of, and update information regarding sales, company documents, leads, appointments, marketing surveys, prospective clients follow up list, and weekly and monthly report of sales. Maintain a register of correspondence from Regulator and other stakeholders; monitoring and follow up to ensure that all requirements are met / complied with.


Hours of Operation:
Monday – Friday with the exception of major holidays. Office hours: 8am – 6pm. Saturday s are seldom.


Remunerations:
Base Marketing Salary plus attractive commissions on sales
Bonuses
Paid Leave
Sick Leave
Room for self-improvement



APPLY HERE
Send CV with Cover Letter to info@infotekps.com or infotekps24@gmail.com
Selected candidates will be invited for interview.




OUR WEBSITES: [/b]www.infotekps.com & www.shortcodenigeria.com






[b]********** Vacancy closes July 31st, 2015************
Technology Market / Smile Nigeria - Super Fast Internet In Abuja by itekzone: 6:09pm On Apr 17, 2015
10GB and Above Data Plan are good for 12Months

SPEED • QUALITY • RELIABILITY

Our superfast 4G LTE internet service is affordable, high quality and reliable. We have a variety of packages to choose from and whether you need single- or multi-user access, all of our devices are simple to use.

Data Bundles
Smile’s offering is simple. Our customers only pay for what they use. Smile offers a variety of data bundles designed to suit every type of user.

Smile lets you move between packages when it suits you. And, when you’re almost out of airtime, you’ll receive a notification so you can recharge before you run out.

MySmile
With Smile, you can manage your own account through your personalised MySmile portal.

We keep you connected even when your data runs out

Our 10GB, 20GB, 50GB, 100GB, and 200GB expires in 12months

Visit us in Abuja at:
Kaura Modern Mall, Banking Hall 'A', 1st Floor, Durumi District (opposite Prince and Princess Estate)
Phone: 08094947473

Technology Market / Direct Route Bulk SMS In Nigeria by itekzone: 5:49pm On Apr 17, 2015
Direct Route Bulk SMS in Nigeria

Offers you the opportunity to send single or bulk sms online. The cost of sending single sms with your phone in Nigeria to various networks can be expensive. We offer you a platform at a fixed low rate where you can push out your bulk sms messages. You can also schedule your bulksms to send when you are offline. Some of our features are Customized Sender Id, Scheduler, Instant Delivery, Instant Delivery Report, Address Book, covers 550+ networks worldwide, API integration, Resellership, and much more..
Churches, Politicians, Offices, Businesses, Individuals or people outside Nigeria can benefit from this bulksms solution. Bulk sms resellership is also available for entrepreneurs and business owners. We also have a database of GSM numbers that can be purchased and used for your bulksms campaigns and new business awareness.

Here are our bulk sms rates:

500 - 10,000 bulksms units : N1.60k per sms

10,001 - 50,000 bulksms units : N1.50k per sms

50,001 - 500,000 bulksms units : N1.40k per sms

500,001 - 5 Million bulksms units: N1.30k per sms

Above 5 Million bulksms units: Please Call

ONE (1) BULK SMS CREDIT, ONE (1) UNIT DEDUCTED

http://smsnigeria.infotekps.com/

0813.287.8945 or 0809.494.7473

Jobs/Vacancies / Programmer/developer Needed In Abuja by itekzone: 10:35pm On Mar 30, 2015
Freelance Seasoned PHP/MySQL programmer is needed

ASP.Net/ SQL Server

CSS

Javascript experience

Mobile App Development Skills


3yrs plus experience in programming

Abuja Resident

Under 28yrs Old

Punctual, Dedicated and with Integrity

Ability to study existing code and build on it

Ability to heed to and follow instructions

Renumeration: based on timely finished project.

Degree in Computer Science or IT related fields

Valid IT Certification is a plus

Send CV to info@infotekps.com (emails only)

Vacancy closes April 30th, 2014
Adverts / Re: SIM Card Hosting In Nigeria by itekzone: 8:14am On Oct 07, 2013
Visit: http://infotekps.com/simhost.html for complete pricing.
Technology Market / Infotek Now Offers Toll Free/reverse Billing Short Codes by itekzone: 5:03pm On Sep 24, 2013
Toll-Free SMS environment is offered by InfoTek Perspective Services (Industry leader in this segment) which allows you to receive SMS from your customers and prospects without letting them incur any cost.

As 90% of Nigerian mobile users are pre-paid customers and out of them 80% generally have less than NGN150.00 as an average balance in their pre-paid account which always discourages them to send any SMS to query or as a feedback on a premium SMS Short Code which generally charges NGN30.00, NGN50.00, and NGN100.00 per SMS.

Many surveys has showed that customers are more interested in communicating on a toll-free channel rather than on a toll channel like a premium or non-premium (regular billing plan) short codes.


Our proposed solution will feature:
SMPP or HTTP connection to Application Server; HTTP API will be provided for receive/send SMS integration

Short range number for aggregation to ensure network versatility and acceptance

Number aggregation to ensure coverage over all GSM networks – MTN, Glo, Etisalat, Airtel

Toll-free/ reverse billing for all messages sent from the general public regardless of GSM network terminator. General public will not be billed for sms sent.

Acknowledgement response/Delivery Report procedure will be stated in the API. Instant SMS Report details will be forwarded to your application for management.

Visit our website to contact us for more details

www.infotekps.com
Health / Re: 16-Year-Old Girl With Lipodystrophy That Makes Her Look 60 by itekzone: 6:28pm On Jun 24, 2013
This life..na wao o. Ladies, regardless of your condition, there is always a man to love you.
Technology Market / Affordable Bulk SMS In Nigeria As Low As 80kobo Per Sms by itekzone: 9:30am On Jun 14, 2013
Our Features include the following:

Single/Bulk SMS

Customized Sender ID (GUARANTEED SENDER ID DISPLAY)

Schedule SMS Up To 12Months, Birthdays, Anniversaries, e.t.c

Address Book, Group Contact

Checks Duplicate Numbers, Hence Saving Your Credits From Wasting

HLR Lookup to Determine Network Status

Instant Delivery Report (GUARANTEED DELIVERY)

Pay Online with you ATM Card

Reseller Program Available

www.infoteksms.com

Email: info@infotekps.com
Technology Market / Become A Short Code Reseller Today by itekzone: 12:02pm On May 28, 2013
Become A Short Code Reseller Today! Build your own white label application interface with our API. This offer is only available in Nigeria.

Buy 25 keywords at N10,000.00 each plus one time Setup Fee of N70,000.00 (Total price N320,000.00). Buy 50 keywords at N8,000.00 each plus one time Setup Fee (Total price is N470,000.00). Keywords can only be purchased in batches of 10, 25 or 50. You don't have to have pre-existing clients in order to do a bulk purchase. We keep track of your purchases and your keywords are deducted as you request. Setup keywords cannot be reversed. However, the tariff can be changed from N30, N50, or N100 at any time you choose.

Monthly access fee is N15,000.00 regardless of the amount of keywords purchased. You can charge your clients any amount you want. Your monthly access fee is due 30days after account setup.

Registered Resellers Can Re-order in these batches:
10 keywords = N12,000.00 each
25 keywords = N10,000.00 each
50 keywords = N8,000.00 each

How Do I Sign Up? Visit http://shortcodenigeria.com/reseller.html

Note: We prohibit the use of our short code for Politcal or Pornographical reasons.
Technology Market / Become A Shortcode Reseller In Nigeria by itekzone: 9:35am On May 02, 2013
Become A Short Code Reseller Today! Build your own white label application interface with our API. This offer is only available in Nigeria.

Buy 25 keywords at N10,000.00 each plus one time Setup Fee of N70,000.00 (Total price N320,000.00). Buy 50 keywords at N8,000.00 each plus one time Setup Fee (Total price is N470,000.00). Keywords can only be purchased in batches of 25 or 50. You don't have to have pre-existing clients in order to do a bulk purchase. We keep track of your purchases and your keywords are deducted as you request. Setup keywords cannot be reversed. However, the tariff can be changed from N30, N50, or N100 at any time you choose.

Monthly access fee is N15,000.00 regardless of the amount of keywords purchased. You can charge your clients any amount you want. Your monthly access fee is due 30days after account setup..

How Do I Sign Up?

Download our API and study on how to build your application interface with your programming team. You can only test your application with a LIVE reseller account.

Fill the reseller form and email it to info@infotekps.com.

Make payment to GTBank, InfoTek Perspective Services, 000 393 8903 and text teller to 0813.287.8945

Setup takes three (3) working days. You can start testing your application after your account has been activated.

Contact Us for the revenue paychart. Remember, the amount on the chart is how much you will be paid per sms. No other deductions. txtNation will pay you directly. Revenue payments are made every 120 days and you must have a minimum guarantee of N125,000.00 in order to be paid. Minimum guaranteed rolls over to the next payment cycle.

Note: We prohibit the use of our short code for Politcal or Pornographical reasons.

Website: www.shortcodenigeria.com/reseller.html

Phone: 0813.287.8945
Email: info@infotekps.com
Science/Technology / Affordable Short Codes In Nigeria by itekzone: 3:05pm On Oct 17, 2012
We have two types of Short Codes in Nigeria. We have the Dedicated and Shared.

::Shared Short Codes::
Shared short codes are a low-cost and easy setup solution for a all clients. With these short codes, you share a short code number with other customers and keywords is used to differentiate one client from another. Client can purchase as many keywords as they want. Keywords can also be used to reinforce the brand name, as the mobile user would have to type the special keyword in order to interact with the client's brand.


::Dedicated Short Codes::
Dedicated short codes are for clients who intend to provide a range of different mobile services, expect a high monthly volume of messages or want to offer more complex 2-way services. Messages to the short codes are MO billed i.e. the user is charged once they send a message to the short code. Clients can choose their dedicated number and tariff from a range of our short codes.

Short Code can be used for the following:

SMS Competitions
SMS Voting
Text 2 Win promo
Info Messaging Services
SMS Quiz and Trivia Questions
Prize draws
Charity SMS donations
Redeemable mobile SMS vouchers
Website API Integration services and much more...


SHARED SHORT CODE SETUP DETAILS
 Setup is N92,000.00
 Monthly Access fee is N7,000.00 (Payment Starts after 1st Month of Setup)
 Setup Duration is 3 working days
 Setup comes with one (1) keyword. Additional keywords will cost N15,000.00. However, we have FREE Unlimited Sub-Keywords
 After setup, you will be given username and password to login into your txtNation cPanel and monitor live sms statistics

Dedicated is N400,000.00 setup and N70,000.00 monthly access fee. Dedicated takes 8weeks to complete.

For more details, visit www.shortcodenigeria.com or call 0813.287.8945
Phone/Internet Market / Voice Sms/robo Call In Nigeria by itekzone: 12:02am On Oct 13, 2012
Voice SMS/Robo Call Solutions
Now, we have launched the voice sms services that will help you to send sms to multiple users through voice sms. Voice sms are pre-recorded audios which are sent to any mobile or landline numbers across the world. Voice sms is fully customizable. the audio which will be sending as voice sms.

Here are some cool features about voice sms/robo call.

It broadcast your voice message instantly. No Answer, No Charges

Covers ALL Nigerian Networks.

Add human touch to your message.

Schedule your voice campaign at predefined date and time.

Personal touch – Voice sms has great emotions; hence a more personal way of communicating. Remote Voice Recording is available.

Reach out to large target audience.

One way voice communication with group of people non-intrusively through sms.

It's extremely helpful for marketers who want to promote their products.

Even illiterate person can understand the Voice sms.
Voice sms helps you to enhance your business. You can share your information to customer, clients or with your friends and any other group. It is the way where you can express your emotions, your happiness to the person you want. You can let your customer to know about your events. You can send wishes to your friends through voice sms. It's an inexpensive way to be in touch with your friends and family and even a safe way to send the message.


Visit us for more details: http://infotekps.com/voicesms.html
Adverts / SIM Card Hosting In Nigeria by itekzone: 11:55pm On Oct 12, 2012
SIM Hosting Solutions
What is SIM Hosting?

SIM Hosting is a service where by your SIM Card is located in our data centre and running 24x7 without having your own computer / server or GSM device.

Your will be given a Web Application to access your incoming SMS and outgoing SMS remotely anytime anywhere through internet connections.



Why SIM Hosting?

Minimum setup and maintenance cost for multiple SIM cards.
Enjoy lowest SMS rates in the market.
24x7 up and running system provided.
2-ways SMS - Send and receive SMS to your own numbers.
Escape spam filtering system from Telco.


How Can It Really Help Us?

Do mobile marketing or promotion campaign.
Perform personalized SMS broadcasting.
Deliver time-critical enterprise information to mobile employees.
Integrate with your existing system to give SMS features, SMS alert, CRM or ERP.
Make your mobile phone as remote control of your PC.
Use as SMS Reminder / SMS Alert System.
Use as Customer Helpdesk System.
Keep alerted when there is an important email received.
Very much time saving compare to typing SMS using hand phone.
Update your customers for new contact number by sending business to them.

Visit: http://infotekps.com/simhost.html
Religion / Re: Pastor Bakare Attacks Patience Jonathan by itekzone: 12:57pm On Aug 06, 2012
Hey guys, he is a just a pastor that has interest and passion about the leadership status of Nigeria. He could have been an Engineer, Doctor, or any other professions. The calling on his life is not a respecter of position. We all have different callings and gift sets. Use yours and together we all will have a transparent and developed Nigeria. Remember, most legislators do attend churches and they do hear him. All of us are leaders - sent to fulfill a purpose. Let us not criticize him. Let us listen more and talk less and at the same time observe and investigate in order to ascertain the truth.

Remember, we are not outsiders looking in, we are all in the same boat called Nigeria and by the special grace of God, our boat will NOT sink. So let all hands be on deck.

Good Leadership is not a POSITION, but a FUNCTION

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Phones / Re: Reputable Short Code Service Provider In Nigeria by itekzone: 9:01pm On Jul 30, 2012
Visit www.infotekps.com
They are the local representative of txtNation in Nigeria
Contact Sam at 08132878945
Autos / 1990/91 Nissan Maxima V6, 3.0 Liter Auto Engine N650k by itekzone: 12:44pm On Mar 13, 2012
Color: Gold
V6, Auto
AC is Excellent
Fuel Effecient
Cruise Control
Power Doors and Windows
Cloth Seat
CD Player
New Gear Box
Excellent Engine
Sun Roof
Alloy Wheel
Rear Spoiler
N650k or Best Offer

Call 0813 287 8945
Location: Abuja

Well Maintained

Politics / Angolan Deportee Dies In The Plane. Security Firm G4s Could Be Charged by itekzone: 11:22am On Oct 19, 2011
Scotland Yard is considering bringing a corporate manslaughter charge against the world's largest private security firm over the death of an Angolan deportee.

Detectives investigating the death of Jimmy Mubenga, who collapsed while being deported on a commercial flight from Heathrow, have interviewed whistleblowers from G4S, the company hired by the government to deport foreign nationals.

They are considering whether the company could be held responsible for his death under rarely used legislation that came into force three years ago.

Passengers on British Airways flight 77 told police they saw three G4S guards heavily restraining Mubenga, who they said had been complaining of breathing difficulties before he collapsed. The guards were later arrested in connection with the death and, following interviews this week, were bailed until 4 May. They could face manslaughter charges.

However, sources with knowledge of the case have said police are also considering passing a file to the Crown Prosecution Service recommending a corporate manslaughter charge against G4S. The first and only company to be convicted under the Corporate Manslaughter and Corporate Homicide Act 2007 was found guilty last month. Cotswold Geotechnical Holdings was fined £385,000 for the death of Alexander Wright, 27, a geologist who suffocated when he became trapped in a collapsed trench.

Under the legislation, prosecutors need to prove a person's death was caused by a gross breach of duty of care by a company. They also need to convince a jury that the actions of a company's "senior management" were a substantial element in that breach.

A prosecution of this kind against G4S, which receives more than £600m from the government for services including the running of four prisons, three immigration removal centres and 675 court and police cells, would be highly damaging to the Home Office. G4S is the second-largest private employer in the world and boasts a £7bn turnover.

Police have recently interviewed three G4S whistleblowers, who last month told parliament that the company repeatedly ignored warnings from staff that potentially lethal force was being used against deportees. They said executives were warned about one technique nicknamed "carpet karaoke'', which involved bending deportees over in aircraft seats to silence them. The whistleblowers, who include a G4S charter operations manager who said he warned seniors they risked "playing Russian roulette with detainees' lives", are known to be cooperating with police and providing detailed paperwork they say corrobarates their claims.

Detectives are also seeking to track down other individuals from G4S known to have concerns about safety standards and training at the company.

Heathrow CID opened the inquiry into the death of Mubenga, 46, hours after he collapsed on the aircraft as it prepared for departure to Luanda on 12 October. The flight was delayed for 24 hours and passengers were transferred to a nearby hotel overnight. The following day, the passengers were interviewed by police but, owing to their imminent departure, only spent around 40 minutes each speaking to detectives.

Days later, the Metropolitan police's homicide unit took over the case after the Guardian independently tracked down passengers who said Mubenga had complained he was unable to breathe for several minutes before his collapse. The unit arrested three guards, aged 35, 48 and 49, and questioned them under caution.

Police have tried to trace other passengers for more in-depth interviews.

Four G4S whistleblowers last month submitted evidence to the Commons home affairs select committee. The evidence, obtained by the Guardian, alleged serious failings by G4S. It also contradicted some of what senior G4S officials told MPs at a hearing after Mubenga's death.

Keith Vaz, who Labour MP who chairs the committee, said the possibility that whistleblower evidence could assist the police investigation represented "progress". His committee has yet to decide whether to recall the G4S officials or hold further evidence sessions.

"I am not surprised that the police have decided to take the matter forward given the circumstances surrounding this case," he said. "I am sure the members of the home affairs committee will want to look further into this case during their inquiry into the deportation of detainees."

Committee member Julian Huppert, a Lib Dem MP, said police interest in the parliamentary testimony showed "how strong the committee process is". "I am glad the home affair select committee hearing has led to this outcome," he said.

G4S said in a statement: "As this is the subject of an on-going investigation, we are unable to comment as this time. We can confirm that G4S has received no approach at this time from the authorities in relation to the company's position and potential liabilities."

Autos / Free Weekly Vin Number Check - 5 Per Week by itekzone: 4:03pm On Sep 05, 2011
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