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NCC Invites Public Input as It Reviews 25-Year-Old National Telecom Policy

February 26, 2026February 26, 2026 Khadijat Shidali Ajechi

The Nigerian Communications Commission has launched a formal review of Nigeria’s National Telecommunications Policy (NTP) 2000 and is calling on stakeholders across the industry to submit written contributions before March 20, 2026. The Commission announced that submissions should be addressed to its Executive Vice Chairman/CEO or sent via the designated email channel, marking the first phase of a statutory public consultation process required under the Nigerian Communications Act. The policy review follows the inauguration of a Ministerial Steering Committee and Ministerial Technical Committee by the Minister of Communications, Innovation and…

NCC Issues Ultimatum to Telecos: Report Data Breaches in 48 Hours or Face Consequences

February 26, 2026February 26, 2026 Khadijat Shidali Ajechi

The Nigerian Communications Commission has ordered telecom operators to notify subscribers within 48 hours of detecting any data breach, tightening regulations to curb the rising abuse of personal information in Nigeria. The directive, contained in the revised Internet Code of Practice 2026, mandates Mobile Network Operators and Internet Service Providers to immediately inform affected customers through text messages, emails, or other effective communication channels once a breach is discovered. Beyond alerting customers, operators must also report the incident to the Commission within the same 48-hour window. Where full details are…

Wike’s Performance Boosted APC in FCT Despite Not Being a Party Member – Basiru

February 26, 2026February 26, 2026 Khadijat Shidali Ajechi

In a striking political twist, FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has been credited with boosting APC’s local government wins despite not being a party member, with APC National Secretary, Ajibola Basiru praising Wike’s governance and strategic initiatives for swaying voter support. Speaking on TVC’s Beyond the Headlines, Basiru highlighted that Wike’s management and infrastructural initiatives across the Federal Capital Territory over the past two and a half years directly contributed to the party’s electoral success. Basiru described the minister’s achievements as “sterling,” noting that development was evident not just in urban…

Broadband, Digital Inclusion Are Nigeria’s Only Path to a Tech-Driven Future – NCC

February 25, 2026February 25, 2026 Khadijat Shidali Ajechi

Aminu Maida, Executive Vice Chairman of the Nigerian Communications Commission, has declared that broadband expansion, digital inclusion, and universal access are the pillars that will determine Nigeria’s digital future. Speaking at the Enugu Tech Festival 2026, Maida described connectivity as the backbone of the country’s emerging digital economy and warned that opportunities mean little without deliberate investment in skills and capacity building. He urged young innovators to prepare themselves for a digital-first world, stressing that those who combine purpose with preparation will dominate the next wave of economic growth. According…

Digital Rights Call: NCC Demands Free Education Access for Nigerian Youth

February 25, 2026February 25, 2026 Khadijat Shidali Ajechi

Lagos: President of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), Dr Idris Ibikunle Olorunnimbe, has called on telecom operators to prioritize digital access for education and the creative industry, warning that profit motives should not block national development. Speaking to a delegation led by ALTON Chairman Gbenga Adebayo, Olorunnimbe said zero-rated access to learning platforms is an investment in Nigeria’s future, not a loss. “When young Nigerians access digital learning, their earning potential grows, the economy benefits, and profits follow in broader ways,” he stressed. The NCC chairman also urged operators to…

FCT Minister Wipes Out 485 Land Allocations in Bwari, AMAC, Kuje Over Fake Documents

February 24, 2026February 24, 2026 Khadijat Shidali Ajechi

The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has nullified 485 area council land allocations in Abuja after they failed official verification checks. The cancellations were approved by FCT Minister Nyesom Wike and announced through a public notice issued by the FCTA’s land administration and Abuja Geographic Information Systems (AGIS). The notice confirmed that the affected applications were flagged as fake. “This is to inform the public, particularly applicants who submitted Area Council land documents for regularisation, that applications failing the necessary official checks have been cancelled,” the notice read. The nullified…

ALTON Commends NCC Over ₦300bn USSD Debt Clearance, Tariff Review

February 23, 2026February 23, 2026 Khadijat Shidali Ajechi

The Association of Licensed Telecommunications Operators of Nigeria (ALTON) has praised the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) for enforcing the payment of nearly ₦300 billion in outstanding USSD debts owed by banks to telecom operators. ALTON Chairman, Gbenga Adebayo, said the intervention resolved a four-year dispute that had posed risks to Nigeria’s digital financial ecosystem. He credited the NCC’s Executive Vice Chairman, Aminu Maida, for stabilising the sector through structured engagement and migration to end-user billing. The association also welcomed the recent telecom tariff review, describing it as necessary to address…

“FCT Results Settled the Doubt” – Oshiomhole Hails Wike’s Political Strength

February 23, 2026February 23, 2026 Khadijat Shidali Ajechi

Senator Adams Oshiomhole has declared that the outcome of the Federal Capital Territory local government elections has put to rest any doubts about the political weight of FCT Minister Nyesom Wike, describing his performance as extraordinary. Speaking during the distribution of 54 construction equipment to the 18 local government areas in Edo State, Oshiomhole said the results in Abuja underscored Wike’s growing influence in the nation’s capital. According to him, the elections showed clear voter alignment, noting that even in areas where Wike’s political interests did not emerge victorious, the…

“Nigeria’s Networks Ready for Real-Time Election Results” – NCC, INEC Confirm Ahead of 2027 Polls

February 23, 2026February 23, 2026 Khadijat Shidali Ajechi

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) and the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) have assured that the nation’s telecommunications infrastructure is fully capable of supporting the real-time electronic transmission of election results in the 2027 general elections. According to both agencies, 93 percent of polling units across the country already have mobile network coverage, making it technically feasible to transmit results electronically. INEC emphasized, however, that while the technology exists, the deployment depends on a clear legal framework to guide the process. In a joint assessment with major telecom operators, INEC…

“It’s Disappointing to See Such Low Turnout” – Ireti Kingibe on Saturday Polls

February 22, 2026February 22, 2026 Khadijat Shidali Ajechi

Senator Ireti Kingibe has openly expressed disappointment over the poor voter turnout recorded during the FCT Area Council elections, describing the situation as a serious setback for grassroots democracy. The lawmaker, who represents the Federal Capital Territory, spoke to journalists after casting her vote in Maitama on Saturday. She said residents largely stayed away from polling units despite the importance of the election. Kingibe described the low participation as alarming and shameful, stressing that local government elections directly affect community development. She noted that council chairmen control significant public funds…