Ufone signs on Wasim Akram as Brand Ambassador

Islamabad – May 2012 (PR): Wasim Akram has once again joined Ufone as its brand ambassador.  It is important to mention here that he was part of the initial team when Ufone was launched.   Wasim Akram is a world famous celebrity and is one of the greatest heroes of Pakistan. He started his career as a fast bowler; then he went on to become a commentator, a recognized coach at country's premier National Cricket Academy and last but not the least a successful television anchor. To mark the renewal of Wasim's tenure with Ufone, a brilliantly executed television commercial has been aired and it is wonderful to see Wasim Akram exude confidence, class and style coupled with success.   Wasim was associated with Ufone when it was at an infancy stage. Majority can easily recall the initial campaigns in which Wasim Akram was seen in an advertisement where the legendary cricketer visits a Ufone office. It is heartening to note both Ufone and Wasim Akram have transformed themselves as icons in their respective fields over a time period. Akbar Khan Chief Marketing Officer at Ufone said, 'Seeing Wasim Akram return to Ufone is indeed a pleasure and privilege'. 'We are pleased to have a celebrity with such a diverse profile associated with Ufone and we are proud to call Wasim one of our own', he added. Subscribers using other networks can simply dial 033 1236 1236 from their mobile phone to join Ufone's network. About Ufone: Ufone is an Etisalat Group Company with its presence in all the major cities of Pakistan along with a comprehensive coverage across all major towns, villages and tehsil headquarters of the country. The company employs more than 3,850 people and operates with a network of more than 375 franchises and 22 company-owned customer service centers along with a distribution network of 150,000 outlets nationwide.   Ends…