By Seun Ibiyemi The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) has arrested suspected illegal National Identification Number (NIN) enrolment operators in Gwagwalada and other locations as part of efforts to curb unauthorised enrolment, illegal data modification and extortion. The Commission also seized equipment allegedly used by the operators during an enforcement exercise conducted by its Inspectorate…
Airtel Africa has reaffirmed its commitment to enhancing customer experience for its 183.5 million subscribers through continued investment in network infrastructure, advanced technologies and strategic partnerships aimed at expanding coverage and capacity across the continent. The telecommunications company disclosed this as it commenced activities for Customer Service Week 2026, with Chief Executive Officer, Sunil Taldar,…
By David Oluwatosin The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), in collaboration with the Association of Licensed Telecommunications Operators of Nigeria (ALTON), has commenced the rollout of a zero-rated data access initiative that will provide eligible learners with up to 100 megabytes of free data daily to access approved educational platforms. The initiative, which took effect on…
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has called for increased investment in telecommunications infrastructure as Nigeria’s rapidly growing data consumption puts additional pressure on networks and digital infrastructure. NCC Executive Vice-Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Dr Aminu Maida, made the call on Tuesday at the maiden Nigeria Digital Connectivity Investment Forum organised by the commission in…
By Seun Ibiyemi The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has launched an investigation into global technology companies, including Meta, X and Generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) platforms, over allegations that their business practices are undermining Nigeria’s news industry through the unauthorised use of media content. The investigation follows a directive by President Bola Ahmed…
By Seun Ibiyemi More than half of Nigeria’s population is now connected to the internet through broadband services, according to the latest industry statistics released by the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC). The data shows that the country’s broadband penetration has risen to 55.67 per cent, while total active telecommunications subscriptions increased to 188 million, reflecting…
By Seun Ibiyemi eTranzact International Plc has expanded its financial inclusion drive in Ogun State with the deployment of more than 1,000 agents and thousands of PocketMoni terminals across communities in Obafemi Owode Local Government Area. The company disclosed this in a statement issued on Wednesday, noting that the onboarding of agents and deployment of…
By Seun Ibiyemi The Association of Licensed Telecommunications Operators of Nigeria (ALTON) has thrown its weight behind the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) directive requiring financial institutions to host payment transaction data within the country, describing the policy as a major step toward reducing foreign exchange exposure and strengthening Nigeria’s digital economy. Chairman of ALTON,…
…As NCC boss set to lead broadband policy forum By Shola Adeoye The Association of Telecommunications Companies of Nigeria has expressed concern over persistent challenges slowing the rollout of fibre broadband infrastructure across Nigeria, warning that the obstacles could undermine the country’s digital transformation ambitions. The association said the issues surrounding fibre-to-the-home (FTTH) deployment have…
..Says compliance remains partial By Wale Afolabi The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has expressed concern over the failure of telecommunications tower companies (TowerCos) to fully comply with a regulatory directive requiring them to reinvest fines imposed on them into critical telecommunications infrastructure upgrades. The concern was raised following the Commission’s 109th Board Meeting, where members…
