‘Content Creators, Social Media, influencers Must Register, Pay Tax’ – CAC

The Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) has alerted all social media content creators, Instagram users, and TikTok users and other social media influencers with a large following to register their enterprises with the commission. This is said to be in compliance with the Company and Allied Matters Act 2020. The directive follows reports that the Federal […]

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FG Extends Deadline for Tecoms Companies to Block SIMs without NIN

NCC Sets Date to Deactivate SIMs not Linked to NIN

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has issued a warning to Nigerians who have not linked their SIMs to their National Identity Numbers (NIN). The NCC said that such SIMs will be deactivated by the end of February. NCC Executive Vice Chairman/Chief Executive Officer, Aminu Maida, disclosed this during a meeting with journalists on Tuesday, Feb. […]

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'Why Some SIM Cards Are Still Barred Despited Linking Them to NIN' - NCC

‘Why Some SIM Cards Are Still Barred Despited Linking Them to NIN’ – NCC

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has explains why some subscribers have their SIM cards barred despite linking them to their National Identification Number (NIN). According to the commission, such subscribers are victims of duplicated National Identification Numbers. The NCC gave the explanation at a media briefing in Lagos, where it addressed complaints from some subscribers who have had […]

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'How to Block Access to Your Bank Account if Your Phone is Stolen' - Delta PPRO

‘How to Block Access to Your Bank Account if Your Phone is Stolen’ – Delta PPRO

Delta State Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Bright Edafe, has announced the steps to take to prevent criminals from accessing their bank accounts in case of mobile phone theft. In a security advisory posted on his official X handle on Thursday, the Delta PPRO urged Nigerians to lock their SIM cards with a pin. According […]

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NCC to Bar Glo Subscribers from Making Calls to MTN Lines

NCC to Bar Glo Subscribers from Making Calls to MTN Lines

The Nigerian Communications Commission has revealed that Globacom subscribers may be unable to make calls to MTN lines soon. NCC said this is due to the non-settlement of interconnect charges. NCC disclosed this on Monday in a public notice signed by Director, Public Affairs Department, Reuben Muoka. It stated that the commission granted partial approval […]

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MTN Alerts Subscribers of Plans to Block SIM Cards without NIN

MTN Alerts Subscribers of Plans to Block SIM Cards without NIN

MTN Nigeria Communications PLC has warned subscribers that it would soon block SIM cards without the National Identity Numbers (NINs). According to telecoms giant, such SIMs will be barred from using the network on or before 28 February, 2024. MTN, in a statement issued by Uto Ukpanah, Company Secretary, said the move is part of an […]

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'Block SIMs without NIN': NCC Orders MTN, Airtel, Other Service Providers

‘Block SIMs without NIN’: NCC Orders MTN, Airtel, Other Service Providers

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has directed MTN Nigeria, Airtel, GLO and other telecommunications firms to fully bar SIMs of phone lines without National Identity Numbers (NIN). Equally affected are those whose NINs have not been verified. This was disclosed in a corporate notice that MTN Nigeria filed with the Nigerian Exchange Limited revealing the […]

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‘Akeresolu’s Signature Has Been Forged Since September’ – Expert (video)

The Head of the Directorate of Research and Strategy of Acts of Positive Transformation Initiatives, Kolawole Johnson, has said the signature of Governor Rotimi Akeredolu of Ondo State has been forged since September. Speaking during an interview with ARISE News on Thursday, Johnson said his Non-Governmental Organisation is worried that the ailing governor’s signature was […]

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Communications Minister Explains Why Network is Bad in Nigeria

The Minister of Communications, Innovations and Digital Economy, Bosun Tijani has given reasons for the poor communication network in the country. He stated that it will cost about $2bn to lay fibre optics cables across Nigeria. Tijani stated this during an appearance on Channels Television’s Politics Today programme on Tuesday. He also said that advanced […]

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‘Our Current Pricing Regime No Longer Sustainable’ – Telecoms Operators

In what would like a hint at an upward tariff review, the Association of Licensed Telecommunications Operators of Nigeria (ALTON) has stated that the current pricing regime is no longer sustainable. Speaking at a stakeholders’ meeting with the Executive Vice Chairman of the Nigerian Communication Commission (NCC), Dr Aminu Maida, on Thursday, November 16, Chairman […]

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