Telcos Defend USSD Charges, Respond to Data Expiry Complaints
ALTON defends the N6.98 USSD charge, stating telecoms incur costs even during failed banking transactions. Operators review data expiry complaints and clarify rollover policies.
Category : Telecommunications
Sowore Accuses Telecom Cartel of Bleeding Nigerians Dry
Omoyele Sowore calls out MTN, Airtel, Glo, and 9mobile for poor service, data loss, and exploitation, demanding action against the telecom cartel.
Telcos Blame Fibre Cuts as Data Hits 4m TB
Telecom operators explain service disruptions, blaming persistent fibre cuts and vandalism. Nigerians consumed 4 million terabytes of data in Q1 2026.
MultiChoice Shuts Down Showmax, Migrates to DStv Stream
MultiChoice has discontinued Showmax, migrating popular titles to DStv Stream. Existing subscribers get trial access until May 31, 2026.
This Free Telegram App Replaces Your Messy Shopping Notes
Shared lists with real-time sync. No signup needed — just open and shop together.
Recommended
Uber Adds Hotel Booking in Push to Become 'Everything App'
Uber partners with Expedia to offer hotel bookings via its app, expanding beyond rides and food delivery as it moves toward becoming a super app.
Vitel Wireless Partners Opay, Moniepoint for Airtime Access
Vitel Wireless partners Opay and Moniepoint to enable seamless airtime and data purchases, expanding mobile connectivity across Nigeria, especially in rural areas.
Telcos Deny Blame for N6.98 USSD Charges on Failed Transactions
Nigerian telecom operators explain they are not liable for N6.98 charges on failed USSD banking transactions, as regulators review the issue amid public outcry.
FCCPC, NCC Urged to Resolve Airtime Credit Dispute
The FCCPC and NCC have been urged to resolve regulatory disputes affecting Nigeria's airtime credit market, valued at N300-N400 billion annually, impacting businesses and consumers.
MTN Nigeria profit doubles to N355.5bn on data, fintech
MTN Nigeria's Q1 2026 profit after tax surged to N355.5 billion, driven by 56.2% data revenue growth and 77.9% fintech revenue surge, despite regulatory challenges in digital lending.
This Free Telegram App Replaces Your Messy Shopping Notes
Shared lists with real-time sync. No signup needed — just open and shop together.
Recommended
Telcos Seek Regulation to Save N400 Billion Market
Telecommunication operators call for urgent regulatory resolution to prevent a N300-400 billion market disruption, warning of risks to millions of Nigerians and investor confidence.
MTN, Airtel Reassign Old Numbers: Key Facts for Nigerians
ALTON clarifies that phone numbers in Nigeria are government-owned, recycled after inactivity, and new users are not liable for previous owners' activities.
NUPENG President Commits to Workers Welfare and Union Growth
Salimon Oladiti, new NUPENG president, vows to enhance workers' welfare, strengthen the union, and build on predecessors' achievements at the Quadrennial Delegates Conference.
NCC Moves to Make Smartphones More Affordable in Nigeria
The NCC is working to lower smartphone prices in Nigeria as costs surge. Entry-level devices now start above ₦100,000, with plans to introduce cheaper options.
NASFAT disburses N77m zakat to over 210 beneficiaries
NASFAT disbursed over N77 million in zakat to more than 210 beneficiaries across Nigeria, the highest single-round distribution since the initiative began.
This Free Telegram App Replaces Your Messy Shopping Notes
Shared lists with real-time sync. No signup needed — just open and shop together.
Recommended
VivaJets Partners Africa CEO Forum for Connectivity
VivaJets, a Nigerian business aviation firm, will serve as strategic mobility partner at the upcoming Africa CEO Forum in Kigali, aiming to enhance connectivity and intra-African trade.
ECOWAS Urged to Bridge Digital Gap in Cross-Border Insurance
Nigeria calls on ECOWAS to close the digital gap in cross-border motor insurance, warning weak technology delays claims settlement and urging coordinated digital reforms.
15 States Waive RoW Fees for Telecoms, NCC Starts Compensation
NCC announces 15 states waived RoW fees, improving telephony. Subscriber compensation era begins with airtime refunds. FCCPC approves five airtime lenders.
Execution Gaps, Poor Coordination Slow Nigeria's Fibre Drive
Stakeholders warn that persistent coordination failures, fragmented implementation, and weak execution are undermining Nigeria's digital infrastructure expansion, despite government initiatives like Project BRIDGE and the National Dig-Once Policy.
Nigeria Among Countries with Cheapest Broadband Cost
Nigeria has secured the 49th position out of 214 countries in the World Broadband Price League 2026, with an average monthly broadband cost of $23.25, placing it among the most affordable globally according to Broadband Genie's comprehensive analysis.
This Free Telegram App Replaces Your Messy Shopping Notes
Shared lists with real-time sync. No signup needed — just open and shop together.
Recommended
FG Releases Approved Airtime and Data Lending Companies List
The Federal Government, through the FCCPC, has published a list of licensed companies for airtime and data lending. This follows MTN and Airtel's service suspension due to new regulatory compliance requirements.
)
7 Smart Alternatives After MTN, Airtel Stop Airtime Loans
With MTN and Airtel suspending XtraTime and data loan services, Nigerians need practical alternatives to stay connected. Discover seven effective strategies for managing airtime and data without borrowing.
MTN Nigeria Data Complaints Spark Consumer Backlash
MTN Nigeria faces fresh scrutiny as subscribers complain about rapid data depletion, reigniting debates on billing transparency and consumer protection in the telecom sector amid service suspensions.
MTN, Airtel Suspend Airtime and Data Lending Over FCCPC Rules
Nigeria's leading telecom operators MTN and Airtel have suspended their airtime and data lending services following new FCCPC consumer lending regulations, sparking concerns among subscribers.
FCCPC Denies Ban on Airtime and Data Borrowing Services
The FCCPC has refuted claims of banning airtime and data borrowing services, attributing service disruptions to operator compliance decisions under new regulations.
This Free Telegram App Replaces Your Messy Shopping Notes
Shared lists with real-time sync. No signup needed — just open and shop together.
Recommended)
Airtel Suspends Borrowing Services as New Lending Rules Take Effect
Airtel Nigeria has suspended its airtime and data borrowing services following the implementation of new digital lending regulations by Nigerian authorities, affecting millions of prepaid subscribers nationwide.
Airtel Nigeria Suspends Airtime and Data Credit Services
Airtel Nigeria has temporarily suspended its airtime and data credit services for prepaid customers, citing alignment with new regulatory requirements. The company assures uninterrupted standard purchases.
Airtel Nigeria Suspends Airtime, Data Borrowing Services
Airtel Nigeria has temporarily suspended its airtime and data credit services due to new digital lending regulations, following a similar move by MTN Nigeria. The services allowed prepaid subscribers to borrow and repay on their next recharge.
Nigerians Lament FCCPC Ban on Airtime Borrowing
Nigerian telecom subscribers express frustration as the FCCPC suspends the *303# airtime borrowing service, citing regulatory non-compliance. The ban disrupts communication for low-income earners, sparking social media outcry and legal challenges.
)
MTN Suspends Airtime/Data Borrowing Over FCCPC Rules
MTN Nigeria has temporarily halted its XtraTime and XtraByte services in compliance with new FCCPC lending regulations that classify airtime/data borrowing as loans, requiring licensing.
This Free Telegram App Replaces Your Messy Shopping Notes
Shared lists with real-time sync. No signup needed — just open and shop together.
Recommended
MTN Suspends Airtime, Data Lending After FCCPC Directive
MTN Nigeria has temporarily suspended its Xtratime airtime and data lending service in response to new FCCPC regulations, citing compliance requirements but minimal financial impact.
Page 4 of 10
