Nigerian mobile operators plan to channel revenue from the proposed 100% tariff increase into significant network infrastructure upgrades and improved service quality. This condition is key as they await final approval for the hike after discussions with the government and…
Nigerian telecommunications companies have requested a 100% tariff increase to cope with rising operational costs, such as inflation and higher service delivery expenses. This was disclosed by the Chief Executive Officer, MTN Nigeria, Karl Toriola, during an interview on Arise…
Telecommunications companies, under the umbrella of The Association of Licensed Telecommunications Operators of Nigeria (ALTON), have warned that their members may begin to reduce services due to the ongoing calls for an increase in tariffs within the sector. The association…
By Blessing Emmanuel The Director General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), Kashifu Inuwa, has urged policymakers to leverage the unique strengths of their states to foster economic prosperity. Inuwa made this call during a capacity-building workshop at…
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has approved the disconnection of Exchange Telecommunications Limited from the network of MTN Nigeria due to the non-settlement of interconnect charges. Exchange Telecommunications is a local and international interconnect carrier.\In a statement by Reuben Muoka,…
MTN Nigeria has officially informed the Nigerian Exchange and the public of its intention to issue Series 15 and 16 Commercial Papers, with a target of N50 billion. This follows the successful issuance of Series 13 and 14 Commercial Papers…
Executive vice-chairman (EV) of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), Aminu Maida says the agency will launch a draft regulatory framework aimed at addressing fraud, spam, and data privacy concerns in the application-to-person (A2P) messaging sector. Maida spoke during a virtual…
Microsoft has begun testing new features for its Phone Link app, which will offer iPhone users a more seamless way to share files between their devices and Windows PCs. The update, currently available to Windows Insiders, introduces a feature that…
The Director General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), Kashifu Inuwa, has urged National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members serving as champions for the Digital Literacy for All (DL4ALL) Initiative to intensify their efforts in educating and sensitising…
Airtel Nigeria has been recognized as the Most Preferred and Admired Telecommunications Brand at the 14th edition of the esteemed Nigerian NewsDirect Awards held at the Lagos Oriental Hotel, Victoria Island on Friday, 6th December 2024. The award ceremony, themed…
