Nigeria has approved a trial for two telcos, MTN and 9mobile, for national roaming service. With this in place, users on one network can use the signals from other networks for calls and other mobile …
The impact of the pandemic on telcos and quality of the Internet in Nigeria
Data users increased by 7.5 million, vandalism of telecom infrastructure is on the rise, and Internet speeds have dropped. Here are some impacts of the pandemic so far in Nigeria’s Internet space…
X-raying Danbatta’s 5 year tenure as head of Nigeria’s telecom regulator
The Nigerian Senate recently confirmed the appointment of Professor Umar Garba Danbatta as Executive Vice-Chairman of the NCC. We look back at his last five years in Nigeria’s telecom sector and…
French telecom company, Orange, eyeing entry into Nigeria and SA
France’s largest telecom company, Orange is reportedly eyeing an entry into the Nigerian and South African telecom markets in the coming months, with possible interests in its blossoming payments sect…
Why your data bundle finishes quickly and what you can do about it
If you’ve been using the Internet during the lockdown, you may be wondering why your data does not seem to last, especially on a smartphone and sometimes, your PC. We dive into the issues behind this …
“Tech companies should not wait for regulations to surmount challenges” – Jubril Adeojo, co-Founder, SMEFUNDS Capital Limited
Co-founder of venture capital firm, Jubril Adeojo reveals how companies can scale through hurdles within the limits of existing regulations.…
6 things Airtel’s IPO prospectus tell us about the African telecom market
Airtel’s IPO prospectus gives further perspective on the mobile market across Africa amongst other interesting facts…
NCC to criminalise vandalism of telecom infrastructure
NCC reveals legislative plans to criminalise vandals of telecom facilities and create fibre network access points in all LGAs in Nigeria…
Etisalat’s (9mobile) new Board of Directors: A mix of experience waiting to test new waters
Etisalat has placed a lot of trust on the new board member, but so many uncertainties still surround their ability to effect transformation in the company…
Charting the path towards revamping Nigeria’s telecoms sector
There have been a lot of conversation around the degeneration of the telecommunications sector, despite many indications that the sector has fostered growth…
The fall of data prices in Nigeria and what it means for us
A few days ago, ₦3,000 would have gotten you 6GB of internet data on Globacom’s network. Today, that will fetch you 12GB. That is insanely cool. A month ago, ₦3,500 was enough to buy 4GB on the Airtel…
There are now 216 million connected telephone lines in Nigeria
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has revealed that the number of connected telephone lines in Nigeria rose to 216 million between January and March. That is a 6-million increase from 210 m…
NCC Sets New Rules on SIM Card Retrieval
NCC, Nigeria’s telecoms regulator, has just released a new set of guidelines for SIM card retrievals titled “Guidelines on SIM Replacement in Nigeria”, the rules are purposefully set to curb ill…
Global Investment Is Increasing Dramatically in Africa’s Telecoms Industry
Africa’s telecoms industry is a vital component for the continent’s economic growth, affecting all aspects of the business and social sphere. Dramatic expansion in the telecoms sector has taken …