Established in 2004, the MTN Nigeria Foundation has consistently played a pivotal role in improving the quality of life for Nigerians through focused and impactful corporate social investment initiatives. Backed by MTN Nigeria’s long-standing commitment to national development, the Foundation is funded through the allocation of one percent […]
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L-R: Member, Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) Board, Princess Oforitsenere Emiko; Member, NCC Board, Engr. Ikechukwu Ugwuegede; Head, Digital Bridge Institute (DBI), Lagos Campus, Mr. Akin Ogunlade; Member, NCC Board, Hon. Chris Okorie; Chairman, NCC Board, Chief Idris Olorunnimbe; Executive Vice-Chairman/CEO, NCC, Dr. Aminu Maida; and Executive Commissioner, Stakeholder Management, NCC, […]
MTN Group has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting Nigeria’s economic transformation through a strong and sustainable telecommunications sector following a high-level engagement with the Federal Government earlier this week. The discussion brought together MTN Group President and CEO, Ralph Mupita, MTN Nigeria CEO, Karl Toriola, and the Minister of Communications, […]
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has released its Q4 2025 Network Performance Reports, revealing steady improvements in network quality nationwide and underscoring the regulator’s push for transparent, data-driven oversight of the telecoms sector. The reports, produced in collaboration with global network intelligence firm Ookla, provide independent insights into […]
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has introduced an administrative fee of ₦250,000 for companies applying for an Interim Service Authorisation (ISA), a temporary approval that enables telecommunications operators to test new services before launching them commercially. The fee is contained in the Commission’s newly unveiled General Authorisation Framework, […]
MTN Group has announced the appointment of its Chief Information Officer, Shoyinka Shodunke, as the new IT Core Design and Delivery Executive, marking a significant leadership milestone within the Group. Shodunke brings a wealth of experience to the role, having held several senior technology and leadership positions across Africa. His […]
Before a video streams without buffering, before a payment alert drops in seconds and before a rural clinic connects to specialist care online, there is an invisible system doing the heavy lifting. That system is spectrum, the silent engine behind Nigeria’s digital life. This week, the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) […]
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has taken another major step toward strengthening Nigeria’s digital infrastructure with the release of a draft Spectrum Roadmap for 2026–2030 and new guidelines that open up the lower 6GHz and 60GHz frequency bands. The roadmap, unveiled in Abuja, signals the regulator’s plan to prepare […]
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) is reaching out to industry players, experts, and the public for input on Satellite Direct-to-Device (D2D) connectivity, a technology poised to reshape how Nigerians access communication services. Through a newly released Consultation Paper, the Commission aims to gather insights on the opportunities, risks, and […]
Globacom has introduced a fresh dose of excitement to its digital services with the rollout of Travel Saga, a new action-packed mobile game created exclusively for Glo subscribers. Built around a rich storyline and role-playing elements, Travel Saga delivers fast, intense gameplay that mirrors the thrill of popular […]