MTN Group has granted performance shares worth approximately N463.7 million to its Nigeria CEO Karl Toriola as part of a broader equity incentive plan for senior executives. The shares will vest over three years and are tied to specific performance target
The Association of Licensed Set Top Box Manufacturers of Nigeria accuses the National Broadcasting Commission of undermining due process and stalling the digital switch-over project, warning of legal consequences.
Nigeria's $76 billion telecoms sector faces a severe infrastructure theft crisis, with 656 critical power assets stolen in 2025 and vandalism escalating into 2026, causing network outages and financial losses.
The Nigerian Communications Commission has directed telecom operators to automatically compensate subscribers for poor network performance starting April 2026, with retroactive coverage from November 2025.
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The Nigerian Communications Commission has directed major telecom operators like MTN and Airtel to automatically compensate subscribers for poor service quality, effective April 2026, under new consumer protection rules.
The Nigerian Communications Commission has outlined specific eligibility criteria for subscribers to receive compensation for poor quality of service, effective this month, covering voice, data, and SMS failures.
Bharti Airtel has achieved a global milestone with over 650 million mobile subscribers, becoming the world's second-largest telecom operator. In Nigeria, the company expanded its site count to 17,200, enhancing high-speed coverage and infrastructure.
Nigeria's telecommunications sector, a key GDP contributor, faces severe challenges due to chronic power grid failures, hindering 5G expansion and rural connectivity while driving up operational costs.
The Nigerian Communications Commission has mandated telecom operators to compensate subscribers for poor service quality from April, covering voice, data, and SMS failures without requiring applications.
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Despite persistent network instability, Nigeria's 5G penetration has reached 4.06%, driven by 2.3 million new active telephone users. The technology is expanding in urban hubs, though device costs and infrastructure gaps remain challenges.
Bharti Airtel has achieved a global milestone by surpassing 650 million subscribers, making it the world's second-largest telecom operator. This growth is driven by strong performance in India and Africa, with significant fintech integration.
Globacom has sent Easter greetings to Nigeria's Christian community, highlighting the holiday's themes of hope, sacrifice, and faith while reaffirming its commitment to providing seamless connectivity services during the festive period.
The Nigerian Communications Commission reiterates its directive for telecom operators to compensate subscribers for poor service quality, while appealing for patience as infrastructure investments mature.
Recycled SIM cards in Nigeria expose new users to arrests, bank alerts, and legal battles. Experts advise verification and unlinking unused numbers to avoid serious consequences.
Nigeria's telecom regulator mandates direct airtime and data credits for subscribers affected by service failures, shifting from fines to consumer-focused compensation.
Telecom executives are increasingly anxious as 6G development accelerates, with 30% fearing the industry is lagging behind aggressive new rollout targets, including a potential 2028 pre-commercial debut.
Digital economy stakeholders are convening to push for a National Dig-Once Policy to expand Nigeria's fibre-optic network to 125,000km, aiming to enhance connectivity and infrastructure deployment efficiency.
Telecom subscribers in Nigeria are demanding 100% compensation for poor service quality, applauding the NCC's new directive but calling for clearer enforcement and continuous redress processes.
NBC Director General Charles Ebuebu calls for Africa to treat digital broadcasting as strategic economic infrastructure, not just regulatory compliance, to boost trade and investment.
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The Nigerian Communications Commission has directed mobile network operators to provide airtime credits to subscribers experiencing poor network quality, emphasizing consumer rights and accountability.
The Nigerian Communications Commission directs mobile operators to provide airtime compensation to subscribers experiencing substandard network quality, as part of enhanced consumer protection measures.
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The Nigerian Communications Commission directs mobile network operators to provide airtime credits to subscribers experiencing substandard services, aiming to enhance consumer protection and service reliability.
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The International Telecommunication Union reports global internet users reached 6 billion in 2025, but 2.2 billion remain offline, highlighting persistent digital divides in speed, affordability, and skills.
Communications Minister Bosun Tijani emphasizes that Nigeria's telecom investments must translate into economic benefits, urging a focus on digital tools for schools and businesses.
The Nigerian Communications Commission reaffirms its commitment to delivering broadband access to underserved communities, emphasizing Plateau State's strategic role in national digital transformation efforts.