The Minister of Digital Economy, Bosun Tijani, has firmly denied allegations that the government instructed telecom companies to interfere with network services amidst the ongoing nationwide protests.
Users of major networks such as MTN and Airtel have reported experiencing unusually slow internet speeds, leading to widespread speculation that the government may have ordered telecom operators to disrupt services in an attempt to hinder the protests. However, speaking on Channels TV, Tijani refuted these claims, stating unequivocally that no such directive was issued. “There’s no instruction to tamper with (phone) networks,” Tijani said.
This denial comes on the heels of Tijani’s condemnation of the looting of the National Communication Commission (NCC) building in Kano State last Thursday. The Minister expressed concern that the destruction of the NCC building would significantly setback the federal government’s efforts to promote youth employment through technology.
The ongoing protests have sparked various reactions and measures across the nation, with the government maintaining that it is committed to ensuring the stability and functionality of digital communications.
