The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has proposed a regulatory amendment requiring telecom operators to provide subscribers with a minimum of 14 days’ notice before deactivating SIM cards due to inactivity or post-paid churn.

FG to Partner CCC on National Crisis Communication Hub to Combat Misinformation The Federal Government has signalled its readiness to adopt a more assertive, technology-driven approach to managing national emergencies and countering disinformation in Nigeria’s rapidly evolving digital landscape. The Minister of Information and National Orientation,...

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) and the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) have proposed regular joint audits of banks, telecom operators.

Telcos to Invest N1.4trn in Network Expansion - NCC   Nigeria’s mobile-phone operators plan to step up spending on network infrastructure this year, promising to invest more than the over $1bn (N1.4tn) ploughed into the sector in 2025, the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has said. The commitment...

Telcos, Banks Get March Ultimatum on Airtime Refunds   Banks and telecommunications operators in Nigeria have been given a March 1, 2026, deadline to fully implement a new refund framework aimed at resolving persistent consumer complaints over failed airtime and data transactions. The deadline follows the conclusion...

Stakeholders Endorse Digital Economy Bill, Call for Role Clarity   Stakeholders across Nigeria’s digital and technology ecosystem have expressed support for the proposed National Digital Economy and E-Governance Bill 2025, describing it as a vital step toward establishing a comprehensive legal framework that will strengthen digital...