The regulatory authority overseeing telecommunications in Nigeria, responsible for setting policies and regulations.
Is the rising cost of data stifling Nigeria’s digital dream?
Obinna Ndukwe experienced a data loss during an online seminar, highlighting the challenges faced by small businesses. Nigerian telcos implemented a 50% increase in data tariffs starting January 2025, affecting many small business owners.
FibreOne loses 42% of subscribers as Starlink, Spectranet also decline in Nigeria
Over 18,000 subscribers lost in Nigeria's ISP market between Q3 2024 and Q1 2025. Spectranet experienced a 2.08% drop in subscribers, while Starlink fell by 9%.
IHS, ATC, get two-month deadline to improve internet quality
The NCC has given ATC a two-month ultimatum to improve internet quality. Widespread complaints from subscribers highlight slow data speeds and frequent disconnections.
Nigerian banks move USSD charges to airtime as telcos push back on unpaid debts
The NCC has decided that customers will bear the cost of USSD services through their airtime. Effective June 3, 2025, USSD banking charges will no longer be deducted from bank accounts.
What MTN’s first ₦1 trillion quarter says about the future of Nigerian telcos
MTN Nigeria reported a record revenue of ₦1.06 trillion in Q1 2025, the highest for any telecom company in a single quarter. The Nigerian Communications Commission approved a tariff increase on voice and data services for the first time in a decade.
