L-R: Deputy Director, Manufacturing Services, Engineering Directorate, NASENI, Dr. Salawu Morufu; Director, Manufacturing Services Department, Engineering Directorate, NASENI, Engr. Dr. Olayode Olasupo; Director, Information, New Media & Protocol, NASENI, Mr. Segun Ayeoyenikan; Research Director, NASENI, Engr. Prof. Abdulmalik Onuwe; Prof. Abass Alade, Department of Chemical Engineering, LAUTECH; Research Director and representative of […]
To enhance transparency and protect consumers, the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has announced a new directive requiring telecommunications operators to streamline their tariff plans, bundles, and promotional offers. Issued on July 29, 2024, the directive, titled “Guidance on the Simplification of Tariffs in the Nigerian Communications Sector,” aims to provide […]
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has refuted reports circulating online claiming that it approved new tariffs for mobile network operators. On Saturday, several blogs published alarming headlines, such as “Nigerians to Pay More for Calls as NCC Approves New Tariff Plans for Telcos,” “Nigerians to Pay More for Calls as […]
The Nigerian stock market has recently been affected by the global stock market turmoil that began last Friday and has now reached the Nigerian Exchange (NGX). Midday trading on the NGX showed a 0.27% decline in the All-Share Index, with telecommunications giant MTN Nigeria experiencing a significant drop. MTN’s shares […]
The African Public Relations Association (APRA) has announced its strong solidarity with the government and people of Nigeria as the nation faces protests over rising living costs, now in their second day. APRA emphasizes the need for sincere and continuous dialogue to swiftly address the issues that have led to […]
Despite urgent appeals and warnings from the Federal Government, National Assembly, state governments, security agencies, and organized private sector groups, the #EndBadGovernanceInNigeria# protests have caused significant disruptions to business operations across major cities. Many businesses, including MSMEs, manufacturing firms, ICT centers, petrol stations, and other key players, opted to remain […]
WhatsApp, a messaging service in Nigeria, is considering suspending its operations in the country in response to recent regulatory actions. This potential suspension comes after the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) imposed a hefty $220 million fine on Meta Platforms, WhatsApp’s parent company, for alleged violations of data […]
The Sultan of Sokoto and President of the Nigeria Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA), Alhaji Muhammad Sa’adu Abubakar III, and the President of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), Archbishop Daniel Okoh, have called on Nigerian youths to cease their demonstrations. The leaders issued their statement on Friday in […]
9mobile, Nigeria’s fourth-largest telecommunications company, has issued an apology to its customers following significant service disruptions across various parts of the country. The disruptions, caused by multiple fibre cuts and damage to network infrastructure, left many users unable to connect and communicate effectively. In a statement, 9mobile acknowledged the inconvenience […]
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 […]