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CBN, NCC propose 30-minute refund for failed transactions

The Central Bank of Nigeria and the Nigerian Communications Commission have jointly proposed a strict 30-minute timeline for refunding subscribers in cases of failed airtime and data purchase transactions. This proposal forms part of the “Exposure Draft of the Joint CBN–NCC Framework for Resolution of Failed Airtime and Data Purchase Transactions” released on Monday. The […]

has presented its 2024 Regulatory Impact Assessment, a comprehensive review aimed at overhauling existing telecom regulations
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CBN, NCC partner to curb airtime, data transaction failure

The Central Bank of Nigeria and the Nigerian Communications Commission have proposed routine joint audits of banks, telecom operators and other ecosystem players under a new national framework to curb persistent failures in airtime and data purchase transactions. The plan is outlined in an exposure draft jointly issued by both regulators on February 5, 2026, […]

has presented its 2024 Regulatory Impact Assessment, a comprehensive review aimed at overhauling existing telecom regulations
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NCC begins review of nearly 30-year-old telecom policy

The Nigerian Communications Commission has begun a review of the National Telecommunications Policy 2000, nearly three decades after its adoption, saying rapid technological advances and changing market conditions have overtaken the existing framework. The Commission announced the move on Monday with the release of a consultation paper inviting stakeholders to submit input on the proposed […]

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Urban Nigerians enjoy 40% faster internet than rural areas — NCC

Urban residents in Nigeria enjoy faster internet than rural users, according to a new report by the Nigerian Communications Commission, even as nationwide connectivity shows modest improvements. The report analysed 377,135 network tests using geospatial mapping. It found that urban download speeds average 20.5 megabits per second, compared to 11 Mbps in rural areas, a […]

has presented its 2024 Regulatory Impact Assessment, a comprehensive review aimed at overhauling existing telecom regulations
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NCC unveils new spectrum roadmap to boost broadband capacity

The Nigerian Communications Commission (has introduced a new spectrum roadmap to boost Nigeria’s broadband capacity in response to rising data consumption. The Commission presented the draft Spectrum Roadmap for 2026–2030, alongside fresh guidelines for opening the lower 6GHz and 60GHz spectrum bands, at an event in Abuja. The move is intended to attract investment and […]

has presented its 2024 Regulatory Impact Assessment, a comprehensive review aimed at overhauling existing telecom regulations
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NCC pushes satellite D2D connectivity to close coverage gaps

The Nigerian Communications Commission is advocating for the adoption of Satellite Direct-to-Device connectivity to address persistent coverage gaps affecting an estimated 23.3 million Nigerians who remain underserved by mobile networks. In a consultation paper published on its website, the regulator highlighted the key reasons for embracing satellite-enabled direct mobile connectivity. The paper indicates that the […]

has presented its 2024 Regulatory Impact Assessment, a comprehensive review aimed at overhauling existing telecom regulations
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NCC engages PwC to review competition in telecoms sector

The Nigerian Communications Commission has appointed PricewaterhouseCoopers to conduct an extensive assessment of competition in Nigeria’s telecommunications sector amid rising concerns about market dominance and the long-term viability of fair competition. This disclosure was made on Tuesday at a stakeholders’ forum on the Study of Competition in the Nigerian Telecommunications Industry held in Lagos. The […]

has presented its 2024 Regulatory Impact Assessment, a comprehensive review aimed at overhauling existing telecom regulations
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Mobile data demand surges 140% across Nigeria – NCC

The Nigerian Communications Commission reports that monthly mobile data consumption surged by approximately 140 per cent, increasing from around 518,000 terabytes in January 2023 to more than 1.23 million terabytes by November 2025. In its New Year message, the commission cautioned that this growing demand is putting additional strain on network infrastructure. The NCC also […]

Nigeria’s leading internet service providers are experiencing a steady decline in subscriber numbers, as new data from the Nigerian Communications Commission
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NCC vows tougher consumer protection in telecoms sector

Nigeria’s telecommunications regulator has said it will take a firmer approach to consumer protection in 2026, as ongoing service disruptions and network congestion continue to frustrate subscribers despite renewed investment and rising broadband penetration. The Nigerian Communications Commission said telecom operators expanded network infrastructure in 2025, pushing broadband penetration beyond the 50 per cent mark […]

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NCC unveils satellite strategy to expand mobile network coverage

The Nigerian Communications Commission is steering a major policy shift toward satellite-enabled mobile connectivity, prioritizing Direct-to-Device satellite services as a cornerstone for expanding network coverage from 2025 to 2030. This focus is outlined in the Commission’s draft Spectrum Roadmap for the Communications Sector (2025–2030). The move follows closely on the heels of Airtel Africa’s strategic […]

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Broadband penetration hits 50% first time ever – NCC

Nigeria’s broadband penetration surpassed 50 per cent for the first time in November 2025, marking a milestone in the expansion of high-speed internet access nationwide. This was disclosed in the latest telecommunications data released by the Nigerian Communications Commission. However, the achievement falls short of the 70 per cent target outlined in the National Broadband […]

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NCC ranks second in federal MDA website performance

The Nigerian Communications Commission has been ranked among the top three ministries, departments and agencies of the Federal Government for 2025 by the Bureau of Public Service Reforms. This was disclosed in a statement issued on Tuesday. According to the statement, the commission emerged as one of the best-performing MDAs after being honoured with the […]

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