Technology
Nigeria Unveils Major Digital Infrastructure Push with NITDA–IDCA Partnership
In a move to accelerate Nigeria’s transition into a fully integrated digital economy, the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) and the International Data Center Authority (IDCA) have entered into a strategic partnership to drive large-scale digital infrastructure development. The strategic partnership is aimed at positioning Nigeria as a leading…
Read More »CBN, NCC Seal Pact to Combat Fraud, Fortify Digital Economy
In a decisive push to curb fraud and strengthen consumer protection, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) and the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) have formalised a strategic alliance to tighten oversight across Nigeria’s fast-expanding digital and payment ecosystems. The two regulators signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to enhance collaboration…
Read More »Major Network Outages Hit MTN Subscribers Across Several States
Subscribers of MTN Nigeria are experiencing significant service disruptions following a fibre cut affecting multiple locations in Abia, Rivers, and the Federal Capital Territory. According to the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) Major Outages Portal, the affected areas include Aba North and Aba South in Abia, Umuahia North, Obio-Akpor and Opobo/Nkoro…
Read More »NDPC Probes Alleged Data Breach Involving Remita, Sterling Bank
The Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) has launched an investigation into an alleged data breach involving Remita Payment Services Ltd., Sterling Bank, and other entities, as part of efforts to safeguard personal data and strengthen compliance within Nigeria’s digital ecosystem. In a statement issued on Sunday by its Head of…
Read More »NCC Orders Telcos to Compensate Subscribers Over Poor Network Service
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has directed major Mobile Network Operators, including MTN, Airtel, and Glo, to compensate subscribers experiencing substandard network service in areas where quality benchmarks are not met. The commission in a statement on Sunday signed by the Head of Public Affairs Department, Nnenna Ukoha, disclosed that…
Read More »NCC Committed to Regional Digital Integration – Maida
30th January, 2026gThe Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), in line with its commitment to collaboration and regional integration, has reaffirmed its dedication to strengthening partnerships among telecommunications regulators within the West African sub-region. The Executive Vice Chairman of NCC, Dr. Aminu Maida re-affirmed the commitment when the Commission hosted a high-level…
Read More »NCC Urges Nigerians to Know Their Data Rights, Warns Against Digital Exploitation
The Executive Vice-Chairman of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), Dr Aminu Maida, has called on Nigerians to understand and assert their data rights, warning that ignorance leaves citizens vulnerable to exploitation in the digital economy. Maida who made the call during the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between…
Read More »NCC Secures Top Three Spot in BPSR 2025 Website Performance Ranking
The Bureau of Public Service Reforms (BPSR) has named the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) among the top three Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) of the Federal Government with the best website performance for 2025. This comes barely three weeks after the telecom regulator was recognised as one of the top…
Read More »NCC Addresses Service Disruptions Affecting Telecom Subscribers in Abuja
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has acknowledged the Quality of Service (QoS) challenges currently affecting telecommunications subscribers in Abuja. In a statement signed by the Head of Public Affairs, Mrs. Nnenna Ukoha, the Commission said it is engaging key stakeholders and licensees to resolve the disruptions. According to the NCC,…
Read More »FG removes 5% telecom tax on voice, data services
The Federal Government of Nigeria has removed the 5% excise tax on telecommunications services in Nigeria, a move expected to ease cost pressures for millions of mobile users. The tax, which was intended to apply to both voice calls and data, had drawn widespread criticism from industry players and consumer…
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