By Onwe Wisdom The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has given directive to telecom operators for the disconnection of telephone subscribers who failed to linked their National Identification Numbers (NIN) to their SIM…
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Press Statement Re: PRE-DISCONNECTION NOTICE
On January 8, 2024 the Nigerian Communications Commission published a Pre-Disconnection Notice informing subscribers of the approval granted to MTN Nigerian Communications Plc. (MTN) to commence the phased disconnection of Globacom Limited…
WRC-23: Nigeria Joins Rest of World to Sign Updated Radio Regulations to Deepen Global Connectivity
At the conclusion of the World Radiocommunications Conference (WRC) 2023, Nigeria joined the rest of the World to sign unto the Final Act WRC-23, which constitutes a record of the decisions taken…
Transparency shall be our bedrock in telecom regulation – Maida
By Onwe Wisdom … Visits Minister to discuss priority areas The Executive Vice Chairman of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), Dr. Aminu Maida, has pledged that transparency will form the bedrock…
Nigerians Elected into Leadership Position in WRC, Maida Excited at Nigeria’s Success at World Radio Communications Conference 2023
By Onwe Wisdom The leadership of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) is excited about Nigeria’s impressive performance at the ongoing International Telecommunications Union (ITU)’s World Radio Communications (WRC) Conference 2023, holding in…
NCC to give closer attention to managing competition in the telecom industry, says Maida
Executive Vice Chairman (EVC) of the Nigeria Communications Commission, Dr. Aminu Maida, says the commission will give closer attention to managing the competition in the telecom industry, noting that competition is…
NCC CEO, Maida meets with Meta for increased internet connectivity investments in Nigeria
The Executive Vice Chairman/Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), Dr. Aminu Maida, recently met with a delegation from Meta at the commission’s headquarters Abuja to discuss increased investments…
DG-NITDA, Kashifu Inuwa Unveiled NIJA Chat
The DG-NITDA, Kashifu Inuwa, today unveiled and expressed joy over the latest invention of NIJA Chat by iCELL, which he said will help build Nigeria’s public digital infrastructure and boost the nation’s…
Excellent quality of service non-negotiable in telecom industry – Maida
The Executive Vice Chairman/Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), Dr. Aminu Maida has said that quality of service in the telecommunications sector is non-negotiable as he called for industry…
NCC EVC, Maida Lauds the critical role of ICT in combating financial crimes
By Onwe Wisdom The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has said effective application of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) is critical in combating financial crimes by enabling real-time surveillance, regulatory compliance, and secure…
Halilu Targets First Quarter 2024 To Put NASENI Products In Nigeria Market
Agency to Commercialise Products Via Technology Transfers Secures $200m Deal with REA on Renewable Energy Attracts Lots of Private Sector Requests By Onwe Wisdom The Executive Vice Chairman of the National Agency…
NCC boss describes robust fin-tech as a critical driver of financial inclusion
The Executive Vice Chairman and Chief Executive officer (EVC/CEO) of the Nigeria Communications Commission (NCC), Dr. Aminu Maida, has described the Financial Technology (FinTech) industry as a critical driver of financial inclusion…
NCC: N30 million prize to be shared equally among winners of NCC’s talent hunt
By Onwe Wisdom Three companies, Solaris, Knownow, Specxs out of 81 companies that contested at the Nigerian Communication Commission’s inspired technology innovation talent hunt competition, shared the N30 million prize money equally….
Cement Techonolgy: Ohanaeze Condems House Of Representatives Investigation
Abah Joshua Ohanaeze Ndigbo, the apex socio-cultural organization representing the Igbo people in Nigeria has strongly condemned the suspension and investigation of Cement and Cement Technology by the House of Representatives…
NCC:New Boss, Maida Commits to President Tinubu’s Vision on Digital Economy
The new Executive Vice Chairman (EVC) of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), Dr. Aminu Maida, has said he would align the Commission’s regulatory focus to achieve the promises of President…
Nigeria Calls for Open, Secure Internet
The Nigerian government has subscribed to a free and secure Internet for Africa, which is capable of bridging the digital divide and creating innovative opportunities within the continent. Minister of Communications, Innovation…
NCC gives ample time for more prospective and viable startups entries into the 2023 Talent Hunt
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has extended the deadline for submission of applications and entries into the 2023 Talent Hunt through Hackathon to Saturday, September 30, 2023 according to press release signed…
Danbatta commends Swedish Government, Ericsson for Sustained, Remarkable Partnership
The Executive Vice Chairman and Chief Executive Officer (EVC/CEO) of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), Prof. Umar Garba Danbatta, has commended the Swedish Government and Ericsson for their commitment and consistency…
We’re Implementing Requisite Reforms to Strengthen Telecoms Sector, Says NCC
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has said it remains committed to its regulatory role of continually implementing requisite reforms to strengthen the communications sector in Nigeria. The Executive Commissioner, Stakeholder Management…
Emergency Communication Centres: Fulfilling Needful Job Opportunities for Nigerian Youths
Beyond providing essential emergency response services to the Nigerian public, the Emergency Communications Centres (ECC), being implemented by the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) now provide employment placements for many Nigerian youth and…