The Citizens Watch Africa (CWA) has expressed appreciation for the efforts of Dr. Aminu Maida, the Executive Vice Chairman/CEO of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), in enhancing the nation’s telecommunications sector during his tenure. Dave Ogbole, the convener of the group, praised Maida’s introduction of commendable reforms during a media […]

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has issued guidance to telecommunications users, advising them to employ robust passwords to deter unauthorized access to their mobile devices. This recommendation was communicated via the NCC’s official Facebook page. Cybersecurity remains a significant challenge within Nigeria’s digital landscape, yet the NCC asserts that with […]

The Nigerian Communications Commission is calling upon industry stakeholders to engage with the updated draft regulatory instruments by submitting written feedback and participating in Public Inquiries scheduled to take place in Abuja. In accordance with its responsibilities under the Nigerian Communications Act 2003 (the Act), the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) […]

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) is committed to fostering an environment conducive to industry stakeholders and ensuring that telecom subscribers can safeguard themselves from cyber threats while benefiting from the provided services. Regularly, the NCC shares valuable insights with Nigerian telecom subscribers, offering guidance on maintaining safety in the digital […]

The initial deadline of April 15, 2024, for compliance with the National Identification Number (NIN) requirement has been extended. The disconnection process, which commenced in February, unfolded in three phases. The first phase took effect on February 28, 2024, targeting subscribers who hadn’t submitted their NIN by that date. Subsequently, […]

Dr. Reuben Muoka, the Director of Public Affairs at the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), has been recognized with the esteemed NIPR ‘Distinguished Spokesperson in Technology Award’. The award was presented at the NIPR National Spokesperson Summit, a significant platform fostering dialogue, innovation, and collaboration to advance public relations practices in […]

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has made a significant announcement, revealing a groundbreaking monthly data consumption of 721,522 terabytes in January 2024, marking a historic high in the country’s data usage trends. Data retrieved from the regulator’s website on Tuesday unveiled this remarkable achievement, surpassing the previous record set in […]