Nigeria

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has approved a 50% tariff increase for telecom operators, raising the cost of data and airtime for Nigerian subscribers. The adjustment, effective immediately, aims to address operational cost challenges faced by...
In a landmark move to safeguard the interests of telecommunications consumers, the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) and the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to foster regulatory collaboration....

Why NCC approved Exchange Telecom’s disconnection by MTN

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has approved the disconnection of Exchange Telecommunications Limited (Exchange) from MTN Nigeria over a N281.7 million interconnect debt, following...

Stakeholders call for improved telecom services amid Nigeria’s growing digital demands

As Nigeria’s digital economy continues to expand, stakeholders have called on telecommunication companies to prioritize robust and inclusive services to meet the growing demand...

ATCIS Backs CBN and NCC Directive to Resolve N250 Billion USSD Debt Dispute

The Association of Telephones, Cable TV, and Internet Subscribers of Nigeria (ATCIS) has expressed strong support for the recent directive jointly issued by the...

NCC CEO stresses corporate governance as a catalyst for growth in Nigeria’s telecom sector

Dr Aminu Maida, CEO of the NCC, made this remark at the 2024 Annual Corporate Governance Conference held recently in Lagos. He articulated the industry’s...

NCC’s Maida highlights the role of corporate governance in transforming Nigeria’s telecom sector

NCC’s Maida highlights the role of corporate governance in transforming Nigeria’s telecom sector The Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), Dr. Aminu...

NCC mandates licensees to update contact information for seamless communication

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has directed all licensees to ensure their contact information is updated promptly, emphasizing that any changes must be reported...

Judiciary must embrace digital transformation, says NCC boss

Lagos, Nigeria — The judiciary has been urged to actively participate in the ongoing digital revolution to ensure justice delivery remains effective in an...

Prof. U.G Danbatta: A Visionary Leader of Nigeria’s Telecom Industry

By Sanusi Abdullahi Kiru In the ever-evolving landscape of Nigeria's telecommunications industry, there are individuals who leave an indelible mark, reshaping the sector for the...

Murjanu Ringim: The Unsung Heroine of Layla Othman’s latest intervention

By Yakubu Musa Since yesterday, when I shared the video of a giant effort of Layla Othman, my timeline has been inundated with her praises....

Nigeria’s Telecom Sector: A Beacon of Hope amidst Challenges

By Johnson Ademola In the midst of political tumult and upheaval, there is a tale of remarkable progress emerging from Nigeria's telecom landscape. It's a...

Nigeria’s telecom contribution to GDP rises to 16%

The telecom sector's contribution to Nigeria's Gross Domestic Product (GDP) has shown significant growth, reaching 16 percent in the second quarter of 2023. This...

NCC, CBN, resolved 120 billion naira USSD debt impasse

The lingering matter of the N120 billion debt owed by banks for the use of Unstructured Supplementary Service Data (USSD) provided by telecom operators...

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