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Federal Government Scrutinizes MTN and IHS Infrastructure Deal

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The Federal Government of Nigeria, through the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), has initiated a comprehensive review of the recent infrastructure agreements between MTN Nigeria and IHS Towers. This regulatory intervention comes as the telecommunications sector witnesses a deepening consolidation of its physical assets, raising critical questions regarding market competition, service quality, and the long-term stability […]

Telecom Giants Pivot to Data as Subscriber Growth Hits Plateau

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The Nigerian telecommunications landscape is undergoing a fundamental transformation as the era of rapid subscriber acquisition reaches a plateau, forcing major operators to pivot their focus toward data consumption and digital services. Following years of double-digit growth in active mobile subscriptions, recent data indicates a leveling off, with the market reaching a maturity stage where […]

MTN Group Negotiates Full Acquisition of IHS Towers

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MTN Group, Africa’s largest telecommunications provider, is in advanced discussions to acquire the remaining 75 percent stake in IHS Towers, a move that would consolidate its control over critical passive infrastructure across its operational footprint. The potential transaction, disclosed on February 5, 2026, follows years of complex shareholder dynamics and serves as a strategic pivot […]

Strengthening Telecommunications Through Balanced Media Coverage: Addressing Local Interference and Regulatory Challenges

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Telecommunications has become a fundamental pillar of modern economies, driving communication, trade, national security, and social cohesion. From facilitating everyday conversations to supporting economic growth and enabling digital transformation, the telecommunications sector plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of nations. However, in recent years, this sector has faced significant disruptions that hinder its […]

Anu Collins: Pioneering innovations in telecommunications and networking

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telecommunications

In the ever-evolving world of telecommunications, where connectivity drives economies and transforms lives, a few individuals stand out for their relentless innovation and impact. Anuoluwapo Collins, a Telecommunications, Network, and DevOps Engineer, is one such luminary. With over 12 years of progressive experience in telecommunications and networking and five years of specialization in automation and […]

FEC approves N1.8bn for regulatory systems to checkmate criminals in telecoms sector

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Elumelu, Pantami

*Okays N965.9m for NCoS to purchase 49 vehicles The Federal Executive Council (FEC) on Wednesday approved N1.8 billion for the deployment of regulatory systems in the Nigerian Telecommunications industry to tackle criminal activities. Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, Prof. Isa Pantami, told State House correspondents in Abuja that it was the outcome of the […]

NCC qualifies new firm for 5G Spectrum auction

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5G Spectrum

The Nigerian Communications Commission has announced that three telecommunications firms have qualified for its 5G Spectrum auction. This was announced in a statement released on Thursday by the commission. The companies include MTN Nigeria Plc, Airtel Networks Limited, and a new firm, Mafab Communications Limited. The three qualified bidders met NCC’s criteria for the licensing […]

PTECSSAN to embark on 3-day warning strike over workers welfare

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NGF warns any Strike Action Will Worsen Nigeria’s Economy

Joy Obakeye The Private Telecommunications and Communications Senior Staff of Nigeria (PTECSSAN) has declared 3-day warning strike effective from Wednesday 16th June 2021 over working conditions by employers in the telecommunications industry. This was disclosed in a statement signed by the President and General Secretary of PTECSSAN, comrade Opeyemi Tomori and Comrade Okonu Abdullahi. According […]

Telecom operators to withdraw USSD services to banks over alleged indebtedness

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Telecom

The Association of Licensed Telecommunication Operators of Nigeria (ALTON) on Friday says it members will withdraw USSD services to financial service provider due to huge indebtedness. ALTON said this in a statement on Friday signed by its Chairman, Mr. Gbenga Adebayo, and Head of Operations, Mr. Gbolahan Awonuga made available to the News Agency of […]

Keep faith alive, Glo charges labour on May Day

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Total telecommunications solutions provider, Globacom has urged Nigerian workers to regard this year’s May Day celebration as a time to reaffirm their faith in the creator to see them through as the entire world confronts the coronavirus pandemic. The company in a goodwill message issued on this year’s May Day celebration admonished that, though the […]

Glo makes Valentine Day sweet for telecom subscribers

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Globacom

National Telecommunications Company, Globacom, has unveiled valentine combo offer to make this year’s season of love memorable for Nigerian telecom subscribers. In a new promo tagged Valentine’s Combo Offer, Globacom is offering its subscribers up to a whopping 24GB data to use and share with loved ones on purchasing two smartphones from Gloworld stores. The […]

NCC remits N51.3bn to FG in 3 months

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Ladesope Ladelokun The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) on Monday said it has remitted a total sum of N51.3 billion to the federal government’s Consolidated Revenue Fund (CRF) in the first quarter of 2019. The commission in a statement, obtained yesterday stated that the remittance is in compliance with the Fiscal Responsibility Act of 2007 (FRA […]

MTN Group expects 90% profits hike for 2018 financial year

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A telecommunications company, MTN Group expects to increase profits by as much as 90 per cent in 2018, as the company continues to recover from regulatory challenges in Nigeria. The South African-based company announced it will surpass analyst projection which was curated based on MTN’s dispute with some African regulators. According to a report, Analysts […]

Smartphones will consume more than 21GB data per month by 2024 — Ericsson

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A Smartphone user by the end of 2024 would consume more than 21 gigabyte (GB) of data per month, Telecommunications giant, Ericsson has revealed. Ericsson according to its global mobility report for November 2018 posted on its website disclosed that by 2024, data consumption per month on average would be nearly four times the amount […]

NLC pickets MTN offices nationwide over anti-labour laws

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*Allegation baseless, unfounded- Telecoms firm Members of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) have picketed offices of leading telecommunications firm, MTN, nationwide over alleged non-compliance to labour laws. The NLC officials picketed MTN offices in various parts of the country: Kano, Akwa Ibom, Ilorin and Enugu, alleging non-compliance to labour laws and the refusal of MTN […]

Glo makes list of favourite African brands

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Nigeria’s foremost telecommunications company, Globacom, has been listed as the fourth most admired African brand. This is contained in the current edition of African Business magazine, which published the result of the 2017/2018 Most Admired Brands survey conducted by Brand Africa. The survey was conducted in the two categories of unprompted and prompted. The unprompted […]

Glo sponsored CNN African Voices pushes artistic boundaries

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National Telecommunications Company, Globacom says this week’s edition of CNN African Voices will showcase exemplary performances of two artists and one photographer who are making waves across the continent and beyond. In a press statement released in Lagos on Friday, the company disclosed that the new edition would feature Johanesburg based Tumelo Mosaka, Gala Yousif […]

9mobile: Court sacks interim board

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…as investor warns Glo, Airtel, others The Federal High Court, Ikoyi has nullified the Ex Parte Order earlier issued on 3rd July 2017 approving the appointment of an Interim Board for Emerging Markets Telecommunications Service (EMTS), now 9mobile. The company is the fourth largest telecommunications service operator in Nigeria. Document obtained by DAILY POST shows […]

NCC: Forum on cost-based pricing for retail broadband, data services holds today

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NCC

In line with its agenda to promote accessibility and affordability for broadband penetration , the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) will today, January 16, 2018 host stakeholders in the telecommunications’ industry and the general public to a consultative forum on determination of cost- based pricing for retail Broadband and Data Services in Nigeria. The event, which […]

NCC moves against illegal operators

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NCC

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has warned against illegal telecommunications’ operators. The commission, headed by Executive Vice Chairman, Professor Umar Danbatta, also said it has clamped down on three illegal operators in Lagos, vowing to sustain the operations across the country. The Principal Manager, NCC’s Compliance Monitoring and Enforcement Department, Mr. Chukwuemeka Obi made this […]