The United States, home to many of the world’s most advanced artificial intelligence (AI) models, is now without formal guidelines for AI development after President Donald Trump rescinded the AI safety framework introduced by former President Joe Biden. The framework, which was enacted in October 2023, sought to protect consumer […]
Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC)
Ahmad Farroukh, appointed CEO of Nigerian telecom giant Globacom in October 2024, has resigned after only one month in the role, sources familiar with the situation confirmed. While Globacom has yet to release an official statement or notify employees internally, insiders attribute the sudden departure to unresolved challenges within the […]
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has approved a tariff increase of up to 50% for telecommunications operators in Nigeria. The adjustment comes in response to rising operational costs and evolving market conditions, marking the first tariff review since 2013. The decision, made under the powers granted to the NCC by […]
As part of initiatives to boost the efficiency and productivity of civil servants, enabling them to navigate the digital landscape with ease, the Federal Government of Nigeria has launched a digital literacy training program aimed at equipping federal civil servants with essential skills to effectively utilize digital technologies. The program […]
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) is entering the final phase of its Strategic Vision Plan (SVP) 2023-2025, which is expected to conclude by the end of this year. This plan, which focuses on advancing Nigeria’s telecommunications sector, has played a key role in driving innovation, infrastructure development, and regulatory excellence […]
The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has commended Google, X, Microsoft, and TikTok for their compliance with the Code of Practice for Interactive Computer Service Platforms/Internet Intermediaries. The Code which was issued jointly by the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), National Broadcasting Commission (NBC), and NITDA outlines clear guidelines […]
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has announced plans to introduce new tariff guidelines for telecom operators, scheduled to take effect on December 13, 2024. Dr. Aminu Maida, the Executive Vice Chairman of the NCC, disclosed the development during a briefing in Abuja on Thursday, November 28, 2024. The unveiling, initially […]
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has disclosed that Starlink’s recent hike in subscription prices was carried out without prior approval from the regulatory authority. This was revealed in a statement signed by Reuben Muoka, NCC’s Director of Public Affairs, on October 8, 2024. According to the NCC, Starlink’s unilateral decision […]
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has officially set September 14, 2024, as the final deadline for the mandatory linkage of Subscriber Identification Modules (SIMs) to National Identity Numbers (NINs). The announcement was made in a statement released on Wednesday, August 28, 2024. According to the NCC, over 153 million SIMs […]
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has released updated guidelines for SIM card registration and National Identity Number (NIN) linkage to strengthen security and introduce self-help measures. The newly issued “Business Rules” are aimed at supporting the National Identity Policy for SIM card registration and related activities. A key highlight of […]