As of June 2020, seven Nigerian states had either slashed or zero-rated RoW charges for Internet infrastructure. Several benefits were listed, including cheaper calls and data, but how soon will they …
Ekiti crashes RoW charges by 96% to improve broadband penetration in state
Before now, the Nigerian federal government’s directive on Right of Way charges for laying of broadband cables has been largely floundered by state governments. Ekiti state sets the pace in adhe…
How increased Right of Way charges could raise data and voice call tariffs
A recent decision by Lagos and 13 other state governments to increase Right of Way (RoW) charges on telecoms may signal a possible increase in voice call and Internet charges going forward in the year…
State governments vs telcos and NCC’s futile intervention
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has made moves to look into the Right of Way (RoW) challenges facing companies within the telecommunications sector. According to Vanguard, NCC Exec…
