NCC Suspends Licensing Of Mobile Virtual Network Operator, 2 Others
Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has temporarily suspended the issuance of licences for Mobile Virtual Network Operator (MVNO) and two categories.
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MTN, Airtel, 9mobile, Glo’s Mobile Subscriptions Drop By 5.4 Million, As NCC Enforces Mandatory NIN-SIM Linkage
Four major telecomm operators in Nigeria - MTN, Airtel, Globacom and 9mobile - have recorded a decline of 5,409,429 active mobile subscriptions within the first quarter of 2024.
Rising Cost: ALTON Seeks Upward Review Of Telcos’ Service Tariffs
Gbenga Adebayo, Chairman of the Association of Licensed Telecoms Companies of Nigeria (ALTON), has called for an upward review of tariff charges for services offered by network providers. Speaking during the Nigeria
NCC, BPSR Join Forces On Digitization Of Govt Processes
Executive Vice Chairman of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), Prof. Umar Danbatta, and the Director-General, Bureau of Public Service Reforms (BPSR), Dr. Dasuki Arabi have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to
Embrace Emerging Technologies To Gain Competitive Advantage, Danbatta Advises Businesses
Executive Vice Chairman of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), Prof Umar Garba Danbatta, has advised businesses to adjust their operations and embrace disruptive technologies which have been adopted across the globe for
NCC Threatens Sanction Against Sellers Of Unapproved Phones, Laptops
Cellphone sellers have been warned by the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) that they could face arrest if caught selling non-type approved devices to customers. According to the Deputy Director of the Consumer
NCC Issues New Customer Guidelines To Network Providers, To Deactivate Unused Phone Lines
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has issued new guidelines to the telecommunications companies operating within the country. According to the NCC, any line that has an inactive Revenue Generating Event (RGE) for
Danbatta Woos Investors At GITEX Africa On Nigeria’s Broadband Future
Executive Vice Chairman (EVC) of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), Prof. Umar Danbatta, has called on international telecom companies and potential investors to take advantage of the opportunities presented by Nigeria’s population
NCC Empowers Over 2000 Nigerian Youths With Skills For Digital Entrepreneurship
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has through its programme tagged, Digital Job Creation for Youths (DJCY), empowered over 2,000 youths from the Six Geopolitical Zones of the country with ICT skills. This
NCC Disowns Fake LinkedIn Account Of Danbatta
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has described as fake, a LinkedIn account attributed to its Executive Vice Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Prof Umar Garba Danbatta. In a statement released on Tuesday,
Internet Subscription In Nigeria Increases To 156 Million
Highlights – Internet subscriptions across mobile, fixed, and VOIP networks in Nigeria rose to 156.9 million in February 2023, with a 0.48% increase from the previous month. – Mobile networks continue to
We Don’t Control Social Media Platforms – NCC
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) says it does not monitor social media content but collaborates with stakeholders to create awareness and promote access to better service delivery. NCC’s position on the matter
NCC Advises Nigerians To Enable Two-factor Authentication For WhatsApp Security
The Nigerian Communications Commission’s Computer Security Incident Response Team (NCC-CSIRT) has recommended that users of the popular messaging app, WhatsApp, set up Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) to avoid falling victim to account takeover
NCC Renews Commitment to Industry Collaboration, Inclusiveness
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has said it would continue to consult stakeholders on issues affecting telecommunication services deployments and developments, in line with its culture of inclusiveness, collaboration and partnership as
Network Infrastructure: NCC Tasks MTN, Airtel, Glo, Others On Sustainable Energy
Amid global concerns on climate change, the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has charged MTN, GLO, Airtel, 9Mobile and other mobile network operators to come up with innovations in sustainable energy while deploying
Airtel Africa, NCC Disagree On 5G Network Auction
Airtel Africa took steps to avoid the 3.5GHz spectrums auction for 5G deployment in Nigeria, but the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) blocked the move, Prime Business Africa reports. The telecommunications company had
Nigerian Gov’t Grants Mafab Communications 5-month Extension To Roll Out 5G Network
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has extended Mafab Communications’ 5G rollout timeframe, as the company announces it will miss the August 2022 deadline. Recall that the NCC had given MTN Nigeria and
NCC Appoints New Director Of Public Affairs
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has appointed Information and Communications Technology (ICT) journalist and public relations practitioner, Reuben Mouka, as Director of Public Affairs. Prior to his appointment, Mouka was the head of media and
NCC Blocks 40% Tariff Hike In Telecom Services, Says No Approval
Following reports on call and SMS tariff increase by Mobile Telecommunications Network Operators in Nigeria in the past few days, the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has allayed the fears of subscribers stating
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