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NIGCOMSAT-2A, 2B: $2bn satellites may trigger broadcast, broadband boom in 2028

NIGCOMSAT-2A, 2B: $2bn satellites may trigger broadcast, broadband boom in 2028

By Prince Osuagwu, Hi-Tech EditorIf the timeline set by the Nigerian Communications Satellite Limited, NIGCOMSAT, for the deployment of its two new communications satellites remains on course, Nigeria’s broadcast and broadband sectors could be heading for a major capacity boom by 2028. That prospect received a major boost at the weekend after the Federal Executive […]
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Eutelsat expands broadband offering in Africa

Eutelsat expands broadband offering in Africa

Helping to bridge the digital divide gap in Africa, Eutelsat Communications yesterday unveiled the next step in its broadband strategy for Africa with new-generation Satellite that will increase reach and access.

NCC to issue new spectrum licences in 2016

NCC to issue new spectrum licences in 2016

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), on Monday said that it would issue new telecom spectrum licences in 2016, to create robust internet infrastructure in all the 36 states in the country.

MTN bows to pressure, agrees to pay N1.04trn fine

MTN bows to pressure, agrees to pay N1.04trn fine

While pleading for staggered payment model, MTN has finally bowed to pressure as it has accepted to pay the N1.04 trillion fine slammed on it last week by the telecoms regulatory authority, the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC).