Under the administration of President Tinubu, the federal government has appointed Idris Olorunnimbe as the chairman of Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC). The announcement came alongside the constitution of the boards of the NCC and the Universal Service Provision Fund (USPF), both under the Ministry of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy. […]
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By Niniola Olawale Stakeholders from government, industry and security gathered at the Critical National Information Infrastructure (CNII) and Sustainability Conference 2025 to debate urgent measures for protecting Nigeria’s telecommunications networks. The conference, held under the theme “Critical National Infrastructure and Industry Sustainability,” drew representatives from the Association of Licensed Telecommunications […]
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the appointment of Idris Olorunnimbe as the new Chairman of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC). The President also confirmed that Dr. Aminu Maida will continue in his role as Executive Vice Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the Commission. In addition to the chairman […]
Phase3 Telecom is reinforcing its role as a leading enabler of Africa’s digital economy by targeting underserved corridors, strengthening data localisation, and supporting low-latency cloud infrastructure across the continent. Speaking on the company’s vision, Craig Lowe, Chief Growth Officer at Phase3, noted that Africa is leapfrogging legacy systems, with mobile […]
The Great Ife (Ikeja) Cooperative Multipurpose Society Ltd has elected a new management team to lead the affairs of the society for the next two financial years 2025 to 2027. This follows the outcome of the first elective Annual General Meeting of the Society, which took place on Sunday, August […]
Farwill Consult has continued its drive to promote eco-tourism in Nigeria, organising another landmark tour that brought 175 cooperative leaders from Lagos to the famous Olumirin Waterfalls in Erin-Ijesha, Osun State. The trip was designed to connect participants with one of Nigeria’s most remarkable natural landmarks, while fostering cultural appreciation, […]
Importers and fleet brokers across Nigeria have staged protests against the Nigeria Customs Service’s (NCS) new four per cent Free-on-Board (FOB) levy, warning it will drive up costs, stifle trade, and worsen economic hardship. The levy, introduced this month to replace the seven per cent customs collection charge and one […]
Nigeria’s fourth-largest mobile network operator has officially rebranded from 9mobile to T2, unveiling a new identity and strategy aimed at reclaiming market share and redefining its role in the country’s fast-changing telecoms landscape. The launch, held Friday at the Eko Convention Centre in Lagos, featured a vibrant orange colour scheme […]
Nigeria’s fourth-largest mobile network operator, 9mobile, today unveiled a refreshed brand identity in Lagos, signalling its intent to stage a strong comeback in the country’s competitive telecoms market. The rebrand marks a pivotal phase in the telco’s four-year, $3 billion turnaround plan under new ownership by LH Telecommunication Limited, which […]
The Association of Licensed Telecommunications Operators of Nigeria (ALTON), the umbrella body for mobile network operators, tower companies, and telecommunications infrastructure providers in Nigeria, has expressed deep concern over disruptions to the supply of diesel to cell sites across the country. In a statement on Wednesday, ALTON revealed that members […]