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Let’s embrace NTICE as a symbol of our collective potential – Prof. Umar Garba Danbatta
It gives me a great pleasure to give this address at the second edition of the Nigerian Telecommunications Indigenous Content EXPO (NTICE 2023), the only telecom event in Nigeria that is solely focused on Indigenous Content promotion, development and adaptation. This year’s event themed “Harnessing Indigenous Content for Economic Growth; Networking to boost Investment” commenced…
How NCC is using Emergency Communication Centres to foster Economic Development
While the objective of the Nigerian Communications Commission in setting up Emergency Communications Centres (ECCs) across the country is primarily that of providing emergency communications services to Nigerians, the NCC has triggered further socio-economic development at the base of the economy through the project. Not only has the project come with the added benefits of…
Contextualizing the Network Readiness Index (NRI) for the Nigerian Telecommunications Industry, By Prof. Umar Garba Danbatta
In recent years, the Nigerian telecommunications industry has embarked on a remarkable growth trajectory, solidifying its position as an engine of economic growth. The enhancement of digital access and the expansion of our networks have left an indelible impact on the lives of our citizens. While we celebrate these accomplishments, we are keenly aware that…
NCC to showcase Achievements in Telecoms at NTICE 2023 Expo
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) is set to showcase achievements so far recorded in the promotion of indigenous content in the telecommunications sector at the second edition of the Nigerian Telecommunications Indigenous Content Expo (NTICE 2023), which holds in Lagos from August 22-24, 2023, at Landmark Centre, Victoria Island, Lagos. According to a statement by…
NLNG completes this year’s 2nd workshop on digital skills for journalists
The second edition of the 2023 “NLNG Change Your Story ” workshop, aimed at equipping journalists with cutting-edge digital communication and social media skills has ended in Abuja, with trainees attesting to the impact of the training and the inspiring role continues to play in building and enhancing the capacity of media practitioners The annual…
NCC warns against sale, use of non-type approved devices
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), has warned traders and other stakeholders about the negative consequences of selling and purchasing phones and telecommunications gadgets that are not type approved by the Commission. The certification of telecom devices used in the telecom sector is one of the mandates of the NCC as enshrined in the Nigerian Communications…
“Cyber Politics”: Danbatta Hails Ibietan’s Hard Work, Literary Prowess, Activism
The Executive Vice Chairman of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), Prof. Umar Danbatta, has commended the author of the book on ‘Cyber Politics’, Dr. Omoniyi Ibietan, for its uncommon industry, literary efforts, and activism in trying to make the society better through shared knowledge. The public presentation of the book: “Cyber Politics: Social Media, Social…
MAFAB HAS LAUNCHED 5G SERVICES IN NIGERIA – NCC
The attention of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has been drawn to some misleading comments on social media which falsely claimed that “ MAFAB Communications, one of the companies granted Fifth Generation (5G) licences by the Commission is yet to roll out the service, nearly two years after obtaining a licence, and one year after…
NCC, BPSR to Embark on Digitization of Govt Processes
The Executive Vice Chairman of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), Prof. Umar Danbatta and the Director-General, Bureau of Public Service Reforms (BPSR), Dr. Dasuki Arabi have penned a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to jointly work towards accelerating the digitisation reform process in government. Speaking on this, Danbatta said that collaboration between the two organizations is…
Danbatta Advises Businesses to Adjust with Disruptive Technologies
Executive Vice Chairman of the Nigerian Communications Commission, NCC, Prof Umar Garba Danbatta, has advised businesses to adjust to the potentials of disruptive technologies which have been adopted across the globe for enhanced productivity and sustainability. According to Reuben Muoka, NCC’s Director, Public Affairs, Danbatta told industry leaders and Information and Communication Technology (ICT) innovators, who…