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NCC Announces Final Deadline for NIN-SIM Linkage Compliance: September 14, 2024

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The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has issued a directive to all Mobile Network Operators (MNOs) to complete the mandatory verification and linkage of Subscriber Identification Modules (SIMs) to National Identity Numbers (NINs) by September 14, 2024. This directive was announced in a statement signed by Mr. Reuben Muoka, Director of Public Affairs at NCC, on Wednesday. The NCC emphasized that this initiative aims to ensure full compliance with the Federal Government’s 2020 policy on NIN-SIM linkage. The commission also noted significant progress in implementing this policy, which is critical for…

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Nigeria Showcases Digital Social Investments at APRA 2024

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Various digital social investments in Nigeria, through the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) were on showcase at the just-concluded 35th annual conference of the African Public Relations Association (APRA) in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire. Through a presentation by the Head of Media Management Relations at the NCC, Dr. Omoniyi Ibietan, who later emerged as the Secretary-General of APRA after an election at the event which took place from 13th to 17th May, 2024, participants had a glean into some of the digital social investments and infrastructure expansion happening in Nigeria, through regulatory…

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Nigeria Sees Steady Increase In Active Voice And Internet Subscriptions, Drop in Tele density

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Nigeria has witnessed a steady increase in active voice and internet subscriptions, including a drop in teledensity as contained in the latest telecommunications statistical indicators released by the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), which have been adjusted to reflect the latest population growth figures and align with international best practices. The adjustment which is reflected in the telecom industry statistical reports of September, October, and November 2023 published on the Commission’s website, was predicated upon the Nigerian Population Commission (NPC)’s projection of Nigeria’s population at 216,783,381, as of 2022, replacing the…

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Nigerian Communications Commission Halts Phased Disconnection of MTN and Glo Following Resolution of Interconnection Debt Dispute

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On January 17, 2024, the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) announced a suspension of the phased disconnection of Glo by MTN, originally scheduled to begin on January 18, 2024. This decision comes after the NCC published a Pre-Disconnection Notice on January 8, 2024, informing subscribers of the impending disconnection due to a long-standing interconnection debt dispute between MTN Nigerian Communications Plc. (MTN) and Globacom Limited (Glo). The NCC, in granting approval for the phased disconnection, expressed awareness of the potential impact on consumers. The Commission actively engaged both parties in ongoing…

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Nigeria to Host Africa Internet Governance Forum 2023, Welcoming 54 Nations and Key Stakeholders

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Nigeria is poised to serve as the host country for the 2023 Africa Internet Governance Forum (AfIGF 2023), welcoming representatives from 54 African nations and various continental Internet governance stakeholders. This 12th edition of the annual forum, organized by the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) on behalf of the Federal Government, will convene at the prestigious Transcorp Hilton Hotel in Abuja from September 18th to 21st, 2023. The theme for this year’s event is “Transforming Africa’s Digital Landscape: Empowering Inclusion, Security, and Innovation.” The AfIGF 2023 event will serve as a…

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NCC Highlights Indigenous Telecom Successes at NTICE 2023 Exhibition

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The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) is gearing up to showcase the significant strides achieved in advancing indigenous content within the telecommunications sector at the second edition of the Nigerian Telecommunications Indigenous Content Expo (NTICE 2023). Scheduled to take place from August 22 to 24, 2023, at the Landmark Centre, Victoria Island, Lagos, the expo will serve as a platform to demonstrate the Commission’s dedication to promoting local innovation. Themed “Harnessing Indigenous Content for Economic Growth: Networking to Boost Investment,” the event is poised to bring together stakeholders for a successful…

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