The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has granted Globacom Limited an extension to settle its interconnectivity dispute with MTN Nigeria Communications Limited. Dr. Reuben Mouka, the Director of Public Affairs at NCC, announced this development in a statement on Thursday. Read Also: NCC Warns of Potential Restrictions on Glo Subscribers Dialing MTN […]
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Some telecommunications subscribers in Nigeria are expressing frustration as their phone lines are being barred by telcos, including MTN, Airtel, and Globacom, despite completing the National Identification Number (NIN)-SIM linkage process. The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) directed telcos to implement full network barring on phone lines without submitted or […]
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has announced a potential disruption in calling services between Globacom (Glo) and MTN networks due to unsettled interconnect charges. According to a public notice released by the NCC’s Director of Public Affairs, Reuben Muoka, Globacom may face restrictions in making calls to MTN lines […]
Nigerian Telecommunications Company, Globacom Ltd, has categorically denied reports circulating about its alleged indebtedness to MTN for interconnect charges. According to a reliable source within Globacom, the purported amount owed, standing at N1.6 billion, has been settled without any dispute. The denial follows a public pre-disconnection notice shared on the […]
The Association of Licensed Telecommunications Operators of Nigeria (ALTON) issued a stern notice to subscribers regarding the impending disconnection of services due to non-compliance with the Registration of Communication Subscribers’ Regulations 2022 (SIM-NIN Linkage). Citing the Nigerian Communications Commission’s (NCC) directive dated 15 December 2023, ALTON emphasized the necessity for […]
Dr. Bosun Tijani, the Minister of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy, has revealed that an estimated $2 billion investment is needed for the expansion of fiber optic cables across Nigeria. Dr. Tijani emphasized the potential improvement in service quality for mobile telephony and home internet services with the prioritization […]
The Association of Licensed Telecommunications Operators of Nigeria (ALTON) has raised concerns about the potential impact of forex scarcity on job creation within the telecommunications sector. Read Also: Minister Tijani Unveils Job Creation Plans through Starlink Initiatives During an industry interactive session with the new Executive Vice Chairman and Chief Executive […]
The Senate has granted confirmation to Dr. Aminu Maida as the Executive Vice Chairman of the Nigerian Communication Commission (NCC). The endorsement follows the presentation and adoption of the Committee on Communication’s report by Chairman Bilbis Ikra (APC-Zamfara) during the Committee of the Whole session on Thursday. Chairing the […]
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) emphasized the crucial role of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in fighting financial crimes, advocating for the utilization of real-time surveillance, regulatory compliance, and secure data processing. The commission also emphasized the necessity of collaborative efforts among various stakeholders to address the issue […]
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