Nigerians are pushing back against the controversial 50% increase in call and data tariffs. Telecom subscribers and advocacy groups are now taking legal action after failed negotiations with the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC). The National Association of Telecommunications Subscribers (NATCOMS) announced plans on Wednesday to sue the telecom regulator. The group cited the NCC’s refusal…
Telecom subscribers have issued an ultimatum to the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), demanding a reversal of the 50% tariff hike to just 10% by Wednesday, January 29, 2025. The National Association of Telecom Subscribers (NATCOMS) and the Association of Telephone, Cable TV, and Internet Subscribers of Nigeria have also criticized the Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC)…
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has approved a 50% tariff hike for phone calls. This adjustment could increase the average call cost to ₦16.5 per minute. Based on 2023 national call traffic data, this increase could generate over ₦6.74tn in 2025. However, this projection excludes potential impacts from free or discounted call promotions. Call Traffic…
Bosun Tijani, Minister of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy, confirmed a new tariff may increase telecom service costs. He stated that the anticipated hike would raise the floor prices of calls, SMS, and data by 30-60 percent. This rise is notably less than the 100 percent increase proposed by telecom operators, which the government considers…
The Minister of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy, Bosun Tijani, has confirmed that telecom tariffs will increase. However, the hike will not reach the 100% proposed by operators. During an interview shared by Channels TV on X (formerly Twitter), Tijani revealed the government’s ongoing review of telecom tariff adjustments. He stated that the Nigerian Communications…
Elon Musk’s Direct To Cell is set to change mobile communication by allowing voice calls on regular smartphones using Starlink’s vast satellite network. This breakthrough is unique in its simplicity—no device modifications are required. As long as your phone supports LTE, it’s ready to connect. This innovation has the potential to reshape how we communicate,…
Young Tech Minds often receive advice from parents with the best intentions. However, their guidance may not always align with personal aspirations. Michael Dell, the founder and CEO of Dell Technologies, shared his experience during the “In Good Company” podcast. His parents hoped he would pursue a career in medicine, but his passion for computers…
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC) has launched the Production Monitoring Command Centre (PMCC), leveraging advanced technology to revolutionize oil and gas operations. This initiative underscores NNPC’s commitment to modernizing hydrocarbon production. Advanced Technology for Comprehensive Oversight Developed by NNPC Upstream Investment Management Services, the PMCC enhances monitoring and operational efficiency across the sector….
