MTN Nigeria Records 9,218 Fibre Cuts and 211 Vandalised Sites in 2025 Amid Network Challenges
MTN Nigeria recorded 9,218 fibre cut incidents and 211 cases of vandalism in 2025, disrupting services despite a strong financial rebound and return to dividend payments.
MTN, Airtel Restore Mobile Money Services in Uganda After Seven-Day Shutdown
MTN and Airtel have restored mobile money services in Uganda after a seven-day shutdown imposed ahead of elections, though social media access remains restricted.
NCC Licenses Six New ISPs as Competition Intensifies in Nigeria’s Internet Market
Nigeria’s telecoms regulator, NCC, has licensed six new Internet Service Providers, raising the total to 231 amid rising competition from mobile operators and Starlink.
FG to Deploy 30km Fibre-Optic Network at OAU to Boost Campus Internet Access
The Federal Government plans to deploy 30 kilometres of fibre-optic infrastructure across Obafemi Awolowo University to improve internet connectivity, research capacity, and digital access for students and staff.
Airport Taxi vs E-Hailing Services: How Bolt Secured a Foothold at Nigerian Airports
As airport taxi operators clash with e-hailing drivers in Nigeria, Bolt has emerged as the only ride-hailing company with an approved airport park, reshaping airport transport dynamics.
NCC Pushes Satellite Direct-to-Device Connectivity to Reach 23.3 Million Underserved Nigerians
Nigeria’s telecoms regulator NCC is considering Satellite Direct-to-Device (D2D) connectivity to close mobile coverage gaps affecting over 23 million Nigerians, citing limits of terrestrial networks and emerging satellite technologies.
Starlink Faces New Rival as NCC Grants Amazon Kuiper Satellite Internet Licences in Nigeria
Nigeria’s satellite internet market is set for competition as NCC grants Amazon Kuiper ISP and IDA licences, positioning it as a direct rival to Starlink.
NITDA Deepens U.S. Partnership to Strengthen Nigeria’s Data Privacy, AI, and Cybersecurity Ecosystem
Nigeria’s NITDA is expanding collaboration with the United States to boost data privacy, AI, and cybersecurity, supporting President Tinubu’s digital economy and national security agenda.
Nigeria to Train 100 Million Citizens in Digital Literacy Under New Federal Initiative
Nigeria’s Federal Government has launched a nationwide plan to train 100 million citizens in digital literacy, backed by Clergywealth Cooperative and aligned with the country’s digital economy and AI ambitions.
Anambra State Launches SmartGov Platform to Deliver 31+ Public Services Online
The Anambra State Government has launched the beta version of SmartGov, an AI-powered digital platform providing residents with access to over 31 government services through web, voice, and WhatsApp channels.
