Nigerian Communications Satellite (NIGCOMSAT) partners with Eutelsat to deploy Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite services across Nigeria, aiming to boost nationwide connectivity. The partnership, announced by Aisha Bantam, Head of Corporate Affairs at NIGCOMSAT, is set to improve internet access for government agencies, businesses, and rural communities, providing high-speed, low-latency communication solutions. LEO satellites, which […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) grants approval to mobile network operators (MNOs) to disconnect the Unstructured Supplementary Service Data (USSD) codes of nine commercial banks due to unpaid debts. The banks affected include First City Monument Bank (FCMB), Zenith Bank, Sterling Bank, Jaiz Bank, UBA, Polaris Bank, Unity Bank, Fidelity Bank, and Wema Bank. This […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

Telecommunications operators in Nigeria achieved a milestone in 2023, recording a revenue of N5.3 trillion from various service offerings. This revelation came through the Nigerian Communications Commission’s (NCC) 2023 year-end performance report titled ‘2023 Subscriber/Network Performance Report,’ released yesterday. Breaking down the figures, the report highlighted earnings across multiple segments: GSM operators led with N4 […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has announced plans to name 18 banks that have failed to settle their collective N200 billion debt for using Mobile Network Operators’ (MNOs) Unstructured Supplementary Service Data (USSD) platforms. The announcement, expected this week, is part of measures to address the long-standing payment dispute between banks and telecom operators. According […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has scheduled a stakeholders’ meeting in Abuja to address the proposed 100 per cent tariff hike by telecommunications service providers. The meeting, set for Thursday at 2 pm, aims to bring together consumer groups, telecom operators, and other stakeholders to discuss the potential price adjustment and its implications for the […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

The Minister of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy, Dr. Bosun Tijani, has announced that telecom tariffs in Nigeria will increase soon, though not by 100%. Speaking after a stakeholders’ meeting with Mobile Network Operators (MNOs) on Wednesday in Abuja, Dr. Tijani stated that consultations and engagements regarding the proposed adjustments are ongoing. MNOs have been […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

The Minister of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy, Bosun Tijani, has announced plans for a moderate increase in telecom tariffs, refuting claims of a 100 per cent hike as proposed by operators. Speaking to journalists on Wednesday after a stakeholders’ meeting in Abuja, Tijani stated the need for balanced regulations to sustain the telecommunications sector’s […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

The Federal Government is addressing critical challenges affecting the sustainability of Nigeria’s telecommunications sector to ensure affordable and widespread connectivity for all citizens. The Minister of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy, Dr. Bosun Tijani, receives an interim report from KPMG, outlining recommendations to address pressing issues, including tariff adjustments proposed by telecom operators. Dr. Tijani […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

Airtel Nigeria has proposed a tariff adjustment following a 300 per cent surge in operational costs over the past 18 to 24 months, a move the telecom giant says is critical for the long-term sustainability of the sector. The company’s Chief Executive Officer, Dinesh Balsingh, made this known in a note shared on Monday, highlighting […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

Airtel Nigeria supports the call for a review of telecom tariffs, citing operational costs that have surged by over 300% in the past two years. The telecom giant highlights the critical need to align tariffs with current economic realities to sustain high-quality services and advance Nigeria’s digital development. Dinesh Balsingh, CEO of Airtel Nigeria, explains […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

 The impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI) is a growing concern across various spheres of life, from family discussions to workplace debates. Initially, technology was criticised for fostering isolation and distractions, with individuals often glued to their phones, oblivious to their immediate environment. However, the stakes have escalated with the rapid advancement of AI, especially post-COVID-19. […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

MTN Nigeria Plc has regained its position above the N4 trillion market value mark on the Nigerian Exchange, buoyed by a 10.54% price gain during last week’s brief trading session. Data from the local bourse shows the telecom giant’s share price rose from N175.5 to N194, driven by increased investor demand amid optimism over its […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

Telecommunications operators in Nigeria have issued a stark warning about potential service disruptions if tariffs are not adjusted to reflect the surging costs of operations. The Chairman of the Association of Licensed Telecommunications Operators of Nigeria (ALTON), Gbenga Adebayo, raised the alarm in a statement on Monday, describing the telecom industry as being under immense […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) and the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) have directed deposit money banks (DMBs) and mobile network operators (MNOs) to resolve the protracted N250 billion Unstructured Supplementary Service Data (USSD) debt within six months. A joint circular dated December 20, 2024, signed by Oladimeji Taiwo, acting director of payments system management […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

The World Bank raises Nigeria’s target for the Digital Identity for Development (ID4D) project, increasing the number of National Identification Numbers (NIN) to be issued from 148 million to 180 million. This adjustment follows Nigeria’s significant progress in expanding its digital identity system, even though the original target for June 2024 has not been met. […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

Nigeria’s mobile subscription base rises to 157.3 million in October 2024, up from 154.6 million in September. This growth signals a recovery after several months of decline, with MTN and Airtel driving the increase in subscriber numbers. The recovery follows a comprehensive audit by the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) and the implementation of the National […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

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MTN Nigeria Plc has announced the appointment of three new directors to its board, aiming to leverage their extensive expertise to drive strategic growth and enhance operations.  The appointments, disclosed in a regulatory filing on the Nigerian Exchange, include Mrs. Eyitope Kola-Oyeneyin and Mr. Odumezuo Nwuneli as Independent Non-Executive Directors, and Mr. Tim Pennington as […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

Nigeria’s communication sector records the lowest inflation rate of 2.3% year-on-year in November 2024, reflecting stability in prices despite the broader economy’s challenges. This marks a slight decrease from October’s 2.5%, according to the latest data from the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS). In contrast, overall inflation reaches a 26-year high of 34.6%, driven by […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

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