Tinuade Oguntuyi, a leading expert in IT and Network Infrastructure, predicts a dramatic shift in Nigeria’s telecommunications sector, with more telecom companies evolving into technology-driven enterprises, or “Techcos,” in 2025. This transformation will see telecoms integrating advanced technologies such as cloud computing, cybersecurity, data analytics, and machine learning (ML), becoming […]
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The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has approved tariff adjustment requests from telecommunications operators, granting a maximum increase of 50% in response to current market conditions. This decision, made under Section 108 of the Nigerian Communications Act, 2003 (NCA), reflects the NCC’s mandate to regulate and approve tariff rates while balancing […]
MTN Nigeria has received approval from the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) for the renewal and alignment of its 800MHz spectrum licences, ensuring sustained connectivity and improved service delivery for millions of customers. The renewal covers two licences within the 800MHz spectrum. The first licence (Channel 1) has been extended for […]
The National Association of Telecommunication Subscribers (NATCOMS) has voiced its opposition to the planned strike by the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) in response to the recent 50% increase in telecom tariffs. Addressing the matter on Thursday, NATCOMS President, Mr. Deolu Ogunbanjo, described the proposed strike as counterproductive, warning it could […]
MTN Nigeria has started the new year with a bold and impactful initiative, launching its “Go Make A Difference (Go M.A.D.)” campaign at an intimate event held at MTN Plaza, Lagos. The campaign is a call to action for Nigerians to take deliberate steps to inspire change and foster community […]
The Oyo State Government has entered into a partnership with telecommunications and digital solutions company, Globacom, to introduce innovative traffic management solutions across the state. The collaboration aims to enhance road safety, improve traffic flow, and modernize urban mobility by leveraging Globacom’s expertise in digital technology. During the launch of […]
The West Africa Telecommunications Regulators Assembly (WATRA) recently welcomed the Caribbean Telecommunications Union (CTU), led by its Secretary General, Mr. Rodney Taylor, on a courtesy visit to its Abuja Secretariat. The high-level meeting marked a significant step toward fostering strategic ties between the two regions, aimed at addressing shared challenges […]
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has approved tariff adjustment requests from telecommunications network operators in response to rising operational costs. The adjustment, capped at a maximum of 50% of current tariffs, falls significantly below the over 100% increase sought by some operators. The NCC, empowered by Section 108 of the […]
The Nigerian government has approved a 60% increase in telecom tariffs, a decision that has been awaited by service providers for over a decade. Dr. Bosun Tijani, the Minister of Communications, Innovation, and the Digital Economy, confirmed the changes during a recent announcement. The new rates will see the cost […]
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has approved the disconnection of nine banks from the Unstructured Supplementary Service Data (USSD) platform over unresolved debts owed to Mobile Network Operators (MNOs). In a statement released by the NCC’s Director of Public Affairs, Mr. Reuben Mouka, the affected banks were given until Monday, […]