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Powering Connectivity: Legal Issues In 5g Rollouts And Fibre Expansion In Nigeria

The Nigerian telecommunications sector is currently ranked as the largest in Africa and the biggest contributor to the Information and Communications Technology (“ICT”) sector of Nigeria.

Nigeria Media & IT

BC

Babalakin & Co.Legal Practitioners

NCC Directive On Direct Subscriber Compensation For Quality Of Service (QOS) Breaches

On March 29, 2026, the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) issued a landmark directive mandating Mobile Network Operators (MNOs) to provide direct compensation to subscribers for poor network service.

Nigeria Media & IT

AP

Advocaat Law Practice

A Telecommunications Media And Technology Centric Assessment Of Nigeria’s Tax Reform Framework

The enactment of the Nigeria Tax Act 2025 (NTA), together with its companion statutes, the Nigeria Tax Administration Act (NTAA), the Nigeria Revenue Service (Establishment) Act (NRSEA)

AP

Advocaat Law Practice

Ambush Marketing: Lessons From The Nigeria Football Federation And Airtel Nigeria Dispute

The 2025/2026 Africa Cup of Nations was memorable for its colourful team exhibitions, performances, and drama that held public attention for the duration of the event and way after.

Nigeria Media & IT

TA

Tunde & Adisa

Highlights Of The Guidelines Letters Circulars And Notifications Issued In February 2026

Nigeria Media & IT

AP

Advocaat Law Practice

TMT Nuggets Q4 2025 Review

Nigeria Media & IT

AP

Advocaat Law Practice

TMT Comparative Guide

Nigeria Media & IT

Duke & Bobmanuel

Updates On NCC's Recent Activities And Other Developments In The Nigerian Telecommunications Industry

Nigeria Media & IT

SA

S.P.A. Ajibade & Co.

Highlights Of The Guidelines Letters Circulars And Notifications Issued In December 2025

Nigeria Commercial

AP

Advocaat Law Practice

Enforcement Of Consumer Rights In Nigeria: Key Lessons From The Supreme Court's Decision In Anene v. MTN(Nig.) Communications Plc [2025] 16 NWLR (Pt. 2010) 1

Nigeria Consumer

AS

Abdu-Salaam Abbas & Co.

The NCC Internet Code Of Practice 2025: Implications For Stakeholders And The Regulation Of Online Communication Platforms

Nigeria Media & IT

PL

Pavestones Legal

Obtaining An International Gateway License In Nigeria - Key Considerations

Nigeria Media & IT

BH

Balogun Harold

NCC Internet Code Of Practice 2025: New Obligations For Online Platforms

Nigeria Media & IT

BH

Balogun Harold

Commercial Satellite Operations In Nigeria - Key Considerations For Nigeria Market Entry

Nigeria Media & IT

BH

Balogun Harold

Why Tenancy Law Matters In Lagos State: The Key Provisions Of The New Lagos State Tenancy And Recovery Of Premises Bill 2025

Nigeria Real Estate

Regville

Impact Of Nigeria’s Tax Reform On The Taxation Of The Digital Economy: Key Considerations For Players And Authorities

KN

KPMG Nigeria

The Crude Is Ours. So Why Are Nigerians Paying N1,300 For A Litre Of Petrol?

OA

Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL)

Energy And Infrastructure Sector News Update March 2026

AP

Advocaat Law Practice

Understanding Personal Income Tax Under The Nigerian Tax Act 2025

Adeola Oyinlade & Co

IT, Tech And Telecom's Newsletter

Welcome to your onestop shop for major updates in Nigeria's information technology (IT), broader technology and telecommunications sectors.

Nigeria Media & IT

BC

Babalakin & Co.Legal Practitioners

Reshaping Governance In Nigeria's Telecoms Sector: Key Takeaways From The NCC Guidelines

On 1st March, 2025, the Nigerian Communications Commission ("NCC or the Commission") approved Guidelines on Corporate Governance for the Communications Industry 2024...

Nigeria Commercial

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Templars

Nigeria's New Tax Laws On Taxation Of Non-Resident Companies: Departing From International Standard Principle

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu signed the four tax bills into law on 26 June 2025. Two of the laws took effect from 26 June 2025 while the Nigeria Tax Act and the Nigeria Tax Administration Act will become effective on 1 January 2026.

KN

KPMG Nigeria

Court Upholds Nigeria Competition Authority's Regulatory Powers: Implications For Nigeria's Communications Sector

The regulatory framework governing competition matters in Nigeria's communications industry has been the subject of recent legal controversy,

Nigeria Anti-trust

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Templars

Data Centers In Nigeria: Infrastructure, Regulation, And Its Significant Role In Digital Transformation

Nigeria Media & IT

BC

Babalakin & Co.Legal Practitioners

Nigeria Data Transfers Guidance Note. September 24, 2025

Nigeria Privacy

AP

Advocaat Law Practice

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

Nigeria Media & IT

AP

Advocaat Law Practice

Highlight Of The NCC Draft Guidelines For The Use Of The Lower 6 GHz Band (5925–6425 MHz): Key Provisions And Practical Implications

Nigeria Media & IT

AO

Aluko & Oyebode

A Review Of The Judgment Delivered In Citilink Accesscorp Limited vs. MTN Nigeria Communications Limited And The Registrar Of Trademarks, Patent And Designs

BC

Babalakin & Co.Legal Practitioners

SIM Registration In Nigeria: What Telecom Operators Must Know

Nigeria Media & IT

BC

Babalakin & Co.Legal Practitioners

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

Nigeria Commercial

BC

Babalakin & Co.Legal Practitioners

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

Nigeria Media & IT

SK

Streamsowers & Kohn

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

Nigeria Media & IT

BC

Babalakin & Co.Legal Practitioners

TMT Nuggets Q3 2025

Nigeria Media & IT

AP

Advocaat Law Practice

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.Legal Practitioners

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.Legal Practitioners

TMT Nuggets Q3 2025

TMT Nuggets offers a comprehensive overview of the latest developments in the Telecommunications, Media, and Technology (TMT) landscape in Nigeria, Africa, and globally.

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

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

The rapid expansion of Nigeria's telecommunications sector since its iberalization in 2002 has revolutionized the way Nigerians communicate, conduct business, and access information.

Nigeria Media & IT

Syntegral Legal Practice

NCC Launches Guidelines On Code Of Corporate Governance For The Telecommunication Industry In Nigeria

In a move to strengthen corporate governance practices across the telecommunications sector, the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) on Wednesday...

Nigeria Commercial

SA

S.P.A. Ajibade & Co.

Governance In Nigeria's Telecoms Sector: Duale, Ovia & Alex-Adedipe Examines Emerging Standards

As competition in telecoms becomes truly global, governance is no longer just about compliance; it is a strategic imperative.

Nigeria Commercial

DO

Duale Ovia & Alex-Adedipe

Updates On Recent Activities And Other Developments In The Nigerian Telecommunications Industry

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has mandated telecom operators to notify consumers of major service outages, including causes, affected areas, and restoration timelines.

Nigeria Media & IT

SA

S.P.A. Ajibade & Co.

Telemedicine Practice In Nigeria: Navigating Compliance, Data Protection, And Licensing

Nigeria Government

PL

Pavestones Legal

Review Of The Licensing Framework For International Application-To-Person Messaging In Nigeria ("Framework")

Nigeria Media & IT

PL

Pavestones Legal

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

SA

S.P.A. Ajibade & Co.

Data Protection And Privacy Laws For Telecom Companies: Compliance Strategies

Nigeria Privacy

TT

The Trusted Advisors

Financing Technology Infrastructure Projects In Nigeria: Legal And Regulatory Considerations

Nigeria Technology

PL

Pavestones Legal

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

Nigeria Media & IT

SA

S.P.A. Ajibade & Co.

Federal High Court Affirms FCCPC's Oversight In Competition Matters

Nigeria Anti-trust

UU

Udo Udoma & Belo-Osagie

Nigeria, Regulatory Considerations For Telemedicine

Nigeria Healthcare

GE

G ELIAS

Updates On NCC's Recent Activities And Other Developments In The Nigerian Telecommunications Industry

Nigeria Media & IT

SA

S.P.A. Ajibade & Co.

The Breakdown Of Licenses And Permits Essential For Business Operation In Nigeria

Nigeria Commercial

Adeola Oyinlade & Co

Safeguarding Nigeria's Critical National Information Infrastructure; Review Of A New Order

Nigeria Technology

PL

Pavestones Legal

The Federal Government Has Officially Signed The Designation And Protection Of Critical National Information Infrastructure Order 2024

Nigeria Media & IT

SA

S.P.A. Ajibade & Co.

An Assessment Of The Benefits And Drawbacks Of The National Digital Economy Bill

Worldwide Strategy

OA

Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL)

Overview Of The NCC Guidance On The Simplification Of Tariff Plans In The Communications Sector

Nigeria Media & IT

UU

Udo Udoma & Belo-Osagie

Regulatory Innovations: Unpacking The Nigerian Communications Commission (Quality Of Service) Regulations, 2024 And Quality Of Service Business Rules, 2024

Nigeria Media & IT

GE

G ELIAS

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