Nigerians Slam MTN CEO Over Unlimited Data Claim
MTN Nigeria faces backlash after CEO Karl Toriola says unlimited mobile data is impossible globally. Consumers demand better service and transparency.
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Why Telecom Subscribers Now Consume More Data: MTN Explains
MTN hosted a Data-on-Trial session to address data depletion complaints. CEO Karl Toriola revealed background app activities and faster networks as key causes.
Tariff Hike Saved Telecoms from Collapse, Says MTN CEO
MTN Nigeria's CEO Karl Toriola says the 2025 telecom tariff increase prevented the industry's collapse, despite ongoing consumer complaints about data depletion and service quality.
Honda MD Blames Forex Volatility, Policy Uncertainty for Auto Stagnation
Honda MD Daisuke Mita cites forex volatility and policy inconsistency as key barriers to Nigeria's auto sector growth, urging government action.
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MTN CEO: Nigeria Data Among World's Cheapest
MTN Nigeria CEO Karl Toriola defends data costs, stating Nigeria remains among the four cheapest globally despite a 50% tariff increase approved in 2025.
MTN commits N1tn to network upgrade, says 100% service impossible
MTN Nigeria pledges N1 trillion for 2026 network upgrades, admits 100% service quality is unrealistic, and addresses data transparency concerns at a stakeholder forum.
Telecom FDI Drops to $7.2m Amid Vandalism, Hurdles
Nigeria's telecom FDI plunged to $7.24m in Q1 2026, down 91% YoY, as vandalism, multiple taxes, and forex volatility deter long-term investment.
China Industrial Bank backs Nigeria rural connectivity project
China Industrial Bank supports Nigeria's Universal Communication Access Project, funding 1,000 telecom towers to connect 20 million Nigerians in rural areas.
Airtel, Glo Restore Borrow Services After FCCPC Suspension
Airtel and Glo resume airtime and data lending after six-week FCCPC suspension, raising questions about consumer protection and regulatory overreach.
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China Bank Supports Nigeria's Rural Telecom Project
The China Industrial Bank will fund at least 1,000 telecom towers in Nigeria under the NUCAP initiative, aiming to connect over 20 million people in rural areas.
MTN Fibre X: No Throttling, Free Setup, Unlimited Data
Discover MTN Fibre X with zero throttling, no setup fees, and unlimited data. Plans from 50 Mbps to 1 Gbps, free installation, and 30-day validity.
4,570 Subscribers Change Networks in Q1 2026
4,570 telephone subscribers changed network operators in Q1 2026 due to poor service quality, using the Mobile Number Portability scheme, NCC data shows.
NRS Appoints Upperlink as E-Invoicing System Integrator
Nigeria Revenue Service authorises Upperlink Limited as system integrator for national e-invoicing platform, supporting businesses in mandatory electronic invoicing compliance.
MTN Always-On Data: Plans, Prices, and How to Subscribe
Discover MTN Always-On data plans: 18.6 GB for ₦5,500 or 45 GB for ₦9,000, valid 30 days. Learn activation via SMS, USSD, app, or website.
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How to Subscribe to MTN Oyato Bundles: Full Guide
Learn how to activate MTN Oyato bundles in South-West Nigeria. Find USSD codes, prices, data and voice allowances, and auto-renewal settings.
ALTON: Airtime Lending for 40m Nigerians to Resume Soon
ALTON expresses confidence that airtime lending services for 40 million Nigerians will be fully restored after Airtel and Globacom resumed services, while MTN seeks further legal clarity.
UBA Celebrates Africa Day Across 20 African Markets
UBA Plc marked Africa Day with celebrations across its 20 African markets, featuring cultural showcases, fashion, music, and food. Group MD Oliver Alawuba emphasized the bank's role as a bridge connecting Africa to itself and the world.
ALTON Hails FCCPC on DEON Suspension as Airtel, Glo Restore Credit
ALTON commends FCCPC for suspending DEON regulations against telecom operators, as Airtel and Glo restore airtime credit for millions of Nigerian subscribers.
Cleric Supports 300 Elderly Persons Monthly in Anambra
Rev. Fr. Emmanuel Obimma provides monthly cash and rice to 300 elderly people in Nkwelle-Ezunaka, Anambra, and plans charity visits to prisons and homes for the less privileged.
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Interswitch Unveils Digital Forecourt with Pay-As-You-Want
Interswitch launched a Digital Forecourt suite with a Pay-As-You-Want feature at the NNPC Retail Summit in Abuja, aiming to transform fuel retail through flexible payments and connected ecosystems.
RCC Unveils Enhanced SIP Trunking and Teams Direct Routing
Routercall Communications (RCC) announces upgraded Global SIP Trunking and new Microsoft Teams Direct Routing, offering borderless communication and cost savings for businesses.
MTN Restarts Airtime, Data Lending After Regulatory Pause
MTN Nigeria plans to reinstate Xtratime service after FCCPC halts lending regulation enforcement, joining Airtel and Glo who have already resumed services.
Importers Pay for Customs Delays, Demurrage – Forwarder
Freight forwarder Seyi Adewale blames customs inefficiencies for rising import costs, citing system downtimes and reduced demurrage-free periods that burden importers.
Telcos May Introduce Data Calculator to Curb Complaints
Nigerian telcos are considering a data calculator tool to help subscribers measure usage and address rising complaints about data depletion.
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ICT Firms Partner for Secure Cloud Communication
Galaxy Backbone and Simba Infrastructure partner to deliver secure, locally hosted cloud communication solutions for public and private sectors in Nigeria.
MTN Nigeria cuts emissions 6.4%, invests N10.1bn in climate plan
MTN Nigeria reduced Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 11% from 2021 levels, with operational emissions down 6.4% in 2025. The company invested N10.1 billion in Project Zero, aiming for net-zero by 2040.
MTN Plans Fibre Investments for 8 Million Homes
MTN Nigeria plans to invest more in fibre to connect eight million homes in three years, shifting from mobile to fixed broadband, says exec Tobe Okigbo.
Nigeria Becoming Africa’s Largest Fintech Hub, Says VC
Vice Chancellor Olu Akinkugbe of James Hope University says Nigeria is rapidly emerging as Africa’s largest fintech hub, with over 430 startups and a sector valued at over $10.6 billion.
MTN Nigeria Explains Poor Network Service Causes
MTN Nigeria cites congestion, rainfall, fibre cuts, and rising data demand as reasons for poor network service. Expanding capacity is delayed by equipment supply issues.
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Airtime Lending Returns as FCCPC Suspends Regulations
Airtel and Glo restore emergency airtime lending after FCCPC suspends DEON Regulations 2025 following a court order. Millions of subscribers relieved as legal battle continues.
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