NCC raises alarm over call masking
By Juliet Umeh The Nigerian Communications Commission, NCC, has raised the alarm over the resurgence of call masking in the country’s telecommunications industry, warning that the practice threatens industry revenues, national security and the integrity of Nigeria’s telecommunications ecosystem. The telecom regulator described call masking as an act of economic sabotage capable of adversely affecting […]
Equinix plans $22 million Data Center in Lagos
Digital infrastructure company, Equinix has declared intention to open a $22 million high performance data center in Lagos, to support global connectivity to West Africa with Equinix Fabric.
Right of Way crisis: Telcos’ operating costs soar to N5.8trn — NCC
The RoW charge — a fee paid by telecom operators to lay fibre-optic cables across public spaces — remains one of the biggest obstacles to broadband expansion in Nigeria.
More stakeholders join telcos to pick holes in new digital economy bill
Telecom Operators in the country have cautioned the National Assembly, NASS, to ensure that grey areas which may kill the transformative ideas behind the new National Digital Economy and E-Governance Bill, 2025 are properly aligned before passing it, else it will scare rather than attract investors into the country.
Digital future: NCC creates digital economy awareness, sensitization platform
By Prince Osuagwu, Hi-Tech Editor The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) is set to host the inaugural edition of the Digital Awareness and Sensitization Fora as a platform to strengthen policy and innovation for a digital future.“ “The fora are to facilitate a conducive environment to build Infrastructure for Innovation and Inclusion and to lay a […]
Coderina university challenge produces 10 student-led innovator teams
Nigeria’s commitment to nurturing a new generation of innovators capable to drive inclusive growth and sustainable development through science, technology, and innovation, STI, is beginning to yield great results as 10 student-led innovator teams have emerged from the Coderina University Challenge, COUCH.
