The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) today hosted a virtual Stakeholders Forum as part of its participatory rulemaking process to discuss the licensing framework for a new licence category in the Nigerian telecom sector, the Application-to-Person (A2P) Messaging Licensing Framework, which the Commission is developing. In a speech by the Executive Vice Chairman/CEO, Dr. Aminu Maida,…
Are you dissatisfied with the services rendered by any of the Service Providers? Do you know that you have a right to seek redress? To do so, simply take the following Steps as highlighted below: First complain to your Service Provider either via the Customer Care Helpline of your Service Provider or by physically visiting…
The Nigerian Communications Commission (hereinafter referred to as the Commission) is established under the Nigerian Communications Act, 2003 to create and provide a regulatory framework for the Nigerian Communications Sector and all matters related thereto and for that purpose. In exercise of the powers conferred upon it by Sections 70, 71, 72, 128, particularly Section…
GUIDANCE ON THE SIMPLIFICATION OF TARIFFS IN THE NIGERIAN COMMUNICATIONS SECTOR (AS AMENDED) NOVEMBER, 2024. 1. Introduction This Guidance is pursuant to the regulatory powers of the Nigerian Communications Commission (Commission) under Sections 3, 108 and 109 of the Nigerian Communications Act 2003 (Act) as well as relevant subsidiary legislations empowering the Commission in that…
SECTION A: About The NIN What is NIN? NIN which stands for National Identity Number is the 11-digit number that uniquely identifies you either as a citizen of Nigeria, or as a foreigner legally resident in Nigeria. The NIN is issued upon enrolment by the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC). NIMC is the government agency…
Has the government made any special arrangements for Nigerians living in the diaspora with regard to the NIN registration and subsequent deadline? In 2019, the National Identity Management Commission commenced the diaspora enrolment exercise at designated centres located in Nigeria’s High Commissions abroad. This is aimed at capturing Nigerians living outside the country into the…
The Nigerian Communications Commission, in exercise of the powers conferred upon it by Section 70 of the Nigerian Communications Act, 2003 and all other enabling powers in that behalf, the Commission hereby; a. Make and publish Guidelines on any matters as are necessary for giving full effect to the provisions of the Act and or…
The Nigerian Communications Commission recently released the Nigerian Communications Quality of Service Regulations 2024. Here is the link –Legal_Regulations_Quality_of_Service_Regulation_2024
PUBLIC NOTICE The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) hereby notifies all its licensees about their obligations under the Licensing Regulations 2019 to update any changes in their addresses and other contact details within seven (7) days of such occurrence. This is important for ensuring effective regulatory oversight and maintaining communication with the licensee. Accordingly, the Commission…
The Nigerian Communications Commission recently released a report of the public inquiry on the draft Communications Network Interconnection Regulations (AS AMENDED). Here is the link – Legal-Public_Inquiries_Interconnection_Regulations_202406
