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SIM Registration In Nigeria: What Telecom Operators Must Know

SIM card registration in Nigeria is governed by strict legal and regulatory frameworks, particularly the Registration of Communications Subscribers Regulations, 2022 and the Business Rules & Operational Processes for Implementation of the Registration of Communications Subscribers Regulations issued by the Nigerian Communications Commission.

Nigeria Media & IT

BC

Babalakin & Co.

Unlocking Nigeria's Digital Future: The NCC's Proposed Spectrum Strategy And Its Implications For Space Service Operators And Broadband Expansion

Aminu Maida, the Executive Vice Chairman (EVC) and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC or the Commission) recently stated at a public event...

Nigeria Media & IT

SK

Streamsowers & Kohn

Why Nigerian Football Needs Responsible Communication Between Stakeholders To Flourish

This article explores the need for better and more responsible communication between football clubs and officials of the Nigeria National League (NNL) as an important prerequisite to protecting the image and integrity of the game.

Nigeria Media & IT

GL

Greenfields Law

Mobile Virtual Network Operators (MVNOS) In Nigeria: Licensing Obligations

Nigeria's Information and Communication Technology (ICT) sector is a critical driver of the country's digital economy.

Nigeria Media & IT

BC

Babalakin & Co.

TMT Nuggets Q3 2025

Nigeria Media & IT

AP

Advocaat Law Practice

Revitalizing Nigerian Football: The NPFL Board's Transformative Journey.

Nigeria Media & IT

GL

Greenfields Law

Navigating Nigeria's NASCENT MVNO Landscape: Opportunities, Obstacles, And Pathways To Growth

Nigeria Media & IT

AP

Advocaat Law Practice

The Powers Of The Advertising Regulatory Council Of Nigeria To Regulate Social Media Posts: A Review Of The Federal High Court's Decision In Digi Bay Limited & 2 Others -v- Attorney General Of The Federation & Anor (Unreported Suit No. FHC/L/CS/1262/2024, Judgment Delivered On 29 April 2025)

Nigeria Media & IT

AS

Abdu-Salam Abbas & Co

A Review Of The Advertising Regulatory Council Of Nigeria's (ARCON) 2023 Vetting Guidelines

Nigeria Media & IT

AS

Abdu-Salam Abbas & Co

TEMS Sector Quarterly Insights (July – September 2025)

Nigeria Media & IT

SB

Stren & Blan Partners

Playing Fair: Addressing Ip Infringements During Sporting Events

Nigeria Media & IT

SB

Stren & Blan Partners

The Imperatives Of Digital Corporate Branding In Today's Nigerian Legal Industry

Nigeria Media & IT

SA

S.P.A. Ajibade & Co.

Can You Hear Me Now? Addressing The Legal And Regulatory Challenges Of Telecom Service Failures In Nigeria

Nigeria Media & IT

Syntegral Legal Practice

Between The Call And The Drop: Legal And Regulatory Framework For Consumer Protection In Nigeria's Telecom Sector

Nigeria Media & IT

Syntegral Legal Practice

Emerging Issues On The Admissibility Of Electronic Evidence In Nigeria: An Examination Of Notable Judicial Authorities

Nigeria Litigation

Compos Mentis Legal Practitioners

Enforcement Of Money Judgments And The Consent Requirement Of Section 84 Of The Sheriff And Civil Process Act 2004: A Review Of The Supreme Court's Decision In CBN v Ochife (2025) LPELR-80220(SC)

Nigeria Litigation

GE

G ELIAS

Unlocking Gaid 2025: Answers To All Your Burning Questions

Nigeria Privacy

Syntegral Legal Practice

Legal Implications Of Ransomware In Nigeria: Legal Risks, Regulatory Duties And Cybersecurity Compliance

Nigeria Technology

OA

Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL)

Understanding AI Liability: Who's Responsible When Algorithms Err?

Worldwide Technology

OA

Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL)

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IT and Internet

Unlocking Nigeria's Digital Future: The NCC's Proposed Spectrum Strategy And Its Implications For Space Service Operators And Broadband Expansion

Aminu Maida, the Executive Vice Chairman (EVC) and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC or the Commission) recently stated at a public event...

Nigeria Media & IT

SK

Streamsowers & Kohn

Mobile Virtual Network Operators (MVNOS) In Nigeria: Licensing Obligations

Nigeria's Information and Communication Technology (ICT) sector is a critical driver of the country's digital economy.

Nigeria Media & IT

BC

Babalakin & Co.

Key Lessons For E-Commerce Businesses From The Case Of Chukwunweike Akosa Araka v. Ecart Internet Services Limited & Eat 'N' Go Limited

The recent decision of the Federal High Court in Akosa v. Ecart Internet Services Ltd and anor. sets a major precedent on how the Nigeria Data Protection Act, 2023 (the "NDPA") is enforced, particularly against unsolicited direct marketing.

Nigeria Privacy

TA

Tunde & Adisa

Beyond Entertainment: The Economic Promise Of Nigeria's Content Industry

Nigeria Media & IT

KN

KPMG Nigeria

When Should Liability Caps Be Applied – Before Or After Set-Off ?

Nigeria Media & IT

BH

Balogun Harold

Online Trust & Safety In Nigeria: An Overview

Nigeria Media & IT

BH

Balogun Harold

Online Platforms In Nigeria – 2024 NITDA Compliance Report

Nigeria Compliance

BH

Balogun Harold

Online Safety & Cybercrimes: Navigating Nigeria's Cybersecurity Compliance And Safety Laws

Nigeria Technology

OA

Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL)

Financing Technology Infrastructure Projects In Nigeria: Legal And Regulatory Considerations

Nigeria Technology

PL

Pavestones Legal

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Telecoms, Mobile & Cable Communications

SIM Registration In Nigeria: What Telecom Operators Must Know

SIM card registration in Nigeria is governed by strict legal and regulatory frameworks, particularly the Registration of Communications Subscribers Regulations, 2022 and the Business Rules & Operational Processes for Implementation of the Registration of Communications Subscribers Regulations issued by the Nigerian Communications Commission.

Nigeria Media & IT

BC

Babalakin & Co.

NCC Corporate Governance Guidelines : Raising The Compliance Bar For Nigeria's Telecommunications Sector

On 6th August 2025, the Nigerian Communications Commission issued the Corporate Governance Guidelines for the Communications Industry 2025, rescinding the Nigerian Communications Commission Telecommunication Code of Corporate Governance 2016.

Nigeria Commercial

BC

Babalakin & Co.

Unlocking Nigeria's Digital Future: The NCC's Proposed Spectrum Strategy And Its Implications For Space Service Operators And Broadband Expansion

Aminu Maida, the Executive Vice Chairman (EVC) and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC or the Commission) recently stated at a public event...

Nigeria Media & IT

SK

Streamsowers & Kohn

Mobile Virtual Network Operators (MVNOS) In Nigeria: Licensing Obligations

Nigeria Media & IT

BC

Babalakin & Co.

TMT Nuggets Q3 2025

Nigeria Media & IT

AP

Advocaat Law Practice

Review Of The Nigerian Communications Commission Licensing Framework For International Application-to-person (A2P) Messaging In Nigeria

Nigeria Privacy

AP

Advocaat Law Practice

Understanding The Corporate Governance Guidelines For The Communications Industry And Their Implications For Telecommunications Operators

Nigeria Commercial

AP

Advocaat Law Practice

Navigating Nigeria's NASCENT MVNO Landscape: Opportunities, Obstacles, And Pathways To Growth

Nigeria Media & IT

AP

Advocaat Law Practice

TEMS Sector Quarterly Insights (July – September 2025)

Nigeria Media & IT

SB

Stren & Blan Partners

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Media & Entertainment Law

Strengthening The NPFL: A Proposal For Rules Review, Effective Enforcement And Targeted Enhancement.

The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) is the country's most popular league, drawing in devoted fans and generating substantial revenue.

Nigeria Litigation

GL

Greenfields Law

TEMS Sector Quarterly Insights (July – September 2025)

The July–September 2025 edition of the TEMS Sector Quarterly Insights captures key shifts across Technology, Entertainment, Media, and Sports in Nigeria and Africa.

Nigeria Media & IT

SB

Stren & Blan Partners

Beyond Entertainment: The Economic Promise Of Nigeria's Content Industry

In recent years, content creation has emerged as one of Nigeria's most dynamic and culturally significant industries.

Nigeria Media & IT

KN

KPMG Nigeria

Legal Consequences Of Cyber Bullying In Nigeria

Nigeria Media & IT

TT

The Trusted Advisors

Legal Rights And Remedies Available To Record Labels And Artists

Nigeria Media & IT

TT

The Trusted Advisors

How Nigerian Hotels Can Avoid Copyright Lawsuits Over Music & Broadcasts

BH

Balogun Harold

Rights Of Nigerian Music Artists | Understanding Nigerian Copyright Law

TT

The Trusted Advisors

Community Journalism In Nigeria: Empowering Local Voices And Promoting Social Change

Nigeria Media & IT

SA

S.P.A. Ajibade & Co.

Beyond The Screen: "Gangs Of Lagos" Settlement Highlights The Importance Of Cultural Sensitivity In Filmmaking

Nigeria Media & IT

OA

Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL)

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Advertising, Marketing & Branding

The Powers Of The Advertising Regulatory Council Of Nigeria To Regulate Social Media Posts: A Review Of The Federal High Court's Decision In Digi Bay Limited & 2 Others -v- Attorney General Of The Federation & Anor (Unreported Suit No. FHC/L/CS/1262/2024, Judgment Delivered On 29 April 2025)

Before the enactment of the Advertising Regulatory Council of Nigeria Act 2022, the applicable law regulating the advertising sector in Nigeria was the Advertising Practitioners...

Nigeria Media & IT

AS

Abdu-Salam Abbas & Co

A Review Of The Advertising Regulatory Council Of Nigeria's (ARCON) 2023 Vetting Guidelines

The Advertising Standards Panel, established under the provisions of the Advertising Regulatory Council of Nigeria ("ARCON") Act, introduced the 2023 Vetting Guidelines...

Nigeria Media & IT

AS

Abdu-Salam Abbas & Co

Key Lessons For E-Commerce Businesses From The Case Of Chukwunweike Akosa Araka v. Ecart Internet Services Limited & Eat 'N' Go Limited

The recent decision of the Federal High Court in Akosa v. Ecart Internet Services Ltd and anor. sets a major precedent on how the Nigeria Data Protection Act, 2023 (the "NDPA") is enforced, particularly against unsolicited direct marketing.

Nigeria Privacy

TA

Tunde & Adisa

Playing Fair: Addressing Ip Infringements During Sporting Events

Nigeria Media & IT

SB

Stren & Blan Partners

The Imperatives Of Digital Corporate Branding In Today's Nigerian Legal Industry

Nigeria Media & IT

SA

S.P.A. Ajibade & Co.

Can You Hear Me Now? Addressing The Legal And Regulatory Challenges Of Telecom Service Failures In Nigeria

Nigeria Media & IT

Syntegral Legal Practice

Online Trust & Safety In Nigeria: An Overview

Nigeria Media & IT

BH

Balogun Harold

NCC Releases Licencing Framework For International Application To Person (A2p) Messaging In Nigeria.

SA

S.P.A. Ajibade & Co.

Social Media Liability: Who Is Responsible For Defamatory Content And False Adverts Online?

Nigeria Media & IT

Compos Mentis Legal Practitioners

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