The regulatory authority overseeing telecommunications in Nigeria, responsible for setting policies and regulations.
Nigeria’s ISP Market Shrinks as Spectranet, Starlink, FibreOne Capture 65% of Customers
224 ISPs are registered with the NCC, but only 133 were active in Q2 2025. Spectranet, Starlink, and FibreOne serve 203,160 customers, equating to 65% of all ISP-connected users.
Nigeria opens the door to crypto, but still keeps major exchanges offline
Nigeria has legally recognized cryptocurrencies and established a licensing framework for crypto businesses. In February 2024, the Nigerian Communications Commission directed telecom providers to block access to major cryptocurrency platforms.
Breaking: MTN Nigeria secures roaming agreement with T2 Mobile
MTN Nigeria secured approval from the NCC to lease frequency spectrum from T2 Mobile Limited. The spectrum lease agreement will be effective from October 1 for a duration of three years.
Is the rising cost of data stifling Nigeria’s digital dream?
Obinna Ndukwe experienced a data loss during an online seminar, highlighting the challenges faced by small businesses. Nigerian telcos implemented a 50% increase in data tariffs starting January 2025, affecting many small business owners.
FibreOne loses 42% of subscribers as Starlink, Spectranet also decline in Nigeria
Over 18,000 subscribers lost in Nigeria's ISP market between Q3 2024 and Q1 2025. Spectranet experienced a 2.08% drop in subscribers, while Starlink fell by 9%.
