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Appeal Court Orders MTN to Pay N15 Million for Violating Customer’s Privacy

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Appeal Court Orders MTN to Pay N15 Million for Violating Customer’s Privacy

Court of Appeal Fines MTN N15 Million for Unsolicited Messages The Court of Appeal in Abuja Court of Appeal in Abuja has ordered MTN Nigeria Communications Limited to pay N15 million in damages to a Nigerian lawyer, Barrister Ezugwu Emmanuel Anene, for breaching his privacy through unsolicited messages and caller tunes. Delivering the judgment, Justice … Read more

Telcos Begin SIM Disconnection as NIN-SIM Deadline Passes

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Telecommunications operators are set to disconnect mobile lines not linked to National Identification Numbers (NIN) after the September 14 deadline established by the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) expired. In a statement issued in August, the NCC announced that no SIM card would remain active without a verified NIN after September 15. The telecom regulator urged … Read more

MTN, Golden Penny, Others Issued Permits to Generate Electricity

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The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission has issued permits to Golden Penny Power Limited, MTN Communications Nigeria Limited, Havenhill Synergy, and others for mini-grid electricity generation. The NERC said it issued nine new off-grid generation licences in the first quarter of 2024 with a gross capacity of 109.69 megawatts and three new trading licences EKO HOT … Read more

NCC Limits Telecom Operators To Seven Tariff Plans

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Telcos 100% Tariff Hike

The NCC has introduced new guidelines limiting telecom operators to seven tariff plans and 100 bundles to enhance transparency and consumer understanding. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has introduced new tariff guidelines for telecom operators to enhance transparency, improve consumer understanding, and foster fair competition. EDITOR’S PICK FG To Repatriate 250 … Read more

Protest: We Never Instructed Telecoms To Tamper With Networks – Minister

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‘Fix the Network First’: Nigerians React To Planned Telecom Tariff Hike

EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Minister of Digital Economy, Bosun Tijani, has denied allegations that he instructed telecom companies to tamper with networks amid the nationwide protests that began on Thursday. Nigerians using MTN, Airtel, and other networks have experienced difficulties accessing the internet due to unusually slow browsing speeds. EDITOR’S PICK ‘We Couldn’t Make … Read more

MTN Outlets Under Lock And Key Nationwide Amid Subscribers Outrage

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Nigeria’s Telecom MTN

MTN has shut all its stores and service centres in Nigeria following subscriber outrage and vandalism due to lines being barred over NIN and SIM registration mismatches. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Telecoms giant MTN has shut all its stores and service centres across Nigeria following an uproar from subscribers after the network provider barred their … Read more

VIDEO: Angry Lagos Residents Vandalise MTN Office Over Mass Disconnection

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File photo: Angry crowd in front of an MTN office after a mass disconnection of SIM cards (Photo: Punch)

Angry Lagos residents vandalised an MTN office over mass disconnection. Eko Hot Blog reports that a mob of angry MTN subscribers besieged the telecommunications company’s office in the FESTAC Town area of Lagos State on Monday. EDITOR’S PICKS Lagos Govt Recognises, Respects Citizens’ Right To Protest – Sanwo-Olu Lekki-Epe Corridor: Lagos Suspends E-call-up System – … Read more

MTN Office Under Siege As Nigerians Raise A Storm Over NIN-Related Disconnection

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A group of frustrated Nigerians gathered outside the MTN office in Ibadan today, protesting the recent disconnection of phone numbers due to the failure to link them to their National Identification Numbers (NIN). The affected individuals after waiting outside without getting access, started throwing stones and raising curses to express their discontent with the telecommunications … Read more

MTN, Airtel, Glo, Other Telcos Set To Increase Price For Calls, Data – Read More

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Eko Hot Blog reports that Nigerian telcos operators are once again pushing for a tariff increase to offset rising operational and investment costs in the sector. This plea comes after 11 years, during which tariffs remained stable, despite the industry grappling with substantial rises in operational costs and investments in network expansion and upgrades. Editor’s … Read more

MTN Affiliate Successfully Reinstates Disconnected Service

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Eko Hot Blog reports that Bayobab Group, an affiliate of the telecommunications giant MTN Group, has successfully reinstated its operational capabilities. The telecom firm announced on Tuesday that it had navigated the challenges posed by the incident, restoring more than 3 Terabits per second (Tbps) of its network capacity. Editor’s Picks  “Who’s The Idiot?” – … Read more

BREAKING: MainOne Gives Positive Update On Internet Services Restoration

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Eko Hot Blog reports that MainOne, a leading provider of innovative telecom services and network solutions, has successfully restored services for a portion of its clientele. The company’s concerted efforts to bring its operations back online were disclosed in a recent communication with PUNCH Online. MainOne’s proactive steps to regain full operational capacity involve utilizing … Read more

Why Our Customers Are Experiencing Poor Internet Speed – MTN

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Eko Hot Blog reports that MTN Nigeria, one of Nigeria’s largest telecommunications companies, has explained why its subscribers are experiencing poor internet speed. The company gave the explanation in a statement on Thursday evening. Several MTN subscribers had taken to social media on Thursday to complain about their poor internet connectivity. MTN blamed the bad … Read more

MTN Discloses Cause Of Network Outage, Reveals Plan

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EKO HOT BLOG reports that MTN Nigeria has provided an explanation for the service disruption experienced by its subscribers on Wednesday, attributing the issue to multiple fibre cuts. The telecommunications giant, which is one of the leading service providers in the country, acknowledged the impact of the outage on its voice and data services through a … Read more

Relief For Nigerians As Glo, MTN Resolve Interconnect Debt Dispute

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Eko Hot Blog reports that the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) is pleased to announce that the interconnect debt dispute between MTN Nigeria Communications Plc. (MTN) and Globacom Limited (Globacom) has been amicably resolved.

Mike Adenuga, Globacom Network Owner

Reuben Muoka, Director of Public Affairs NCC in a statement noted “ In accordance with this resolution, the disconnection approval granted to MTN for the disconnection of Globacom has now been withdrawn.

“Following its initial Public Notice, the Commission with the aim of mitigating any potential disruptions to subscribers undertook further regulatory intervention, by mediating between the parties and facilitating the reconciliation process.

“The Commission reiterates that strict adherence to the terms and conditions of licenses, particularly those delineated in interconnection agreements, is imperative for all Mobile Network Operators (MNOs) and other licensees within the telecommunications industry.

“In order to proactively address and prevent future instances of interconnect indebtedness within the industry, the Commission will be requesting relevant records and regular updates from MNOs, as well as adopting a transparent approach towards industry indebtedness.

NCC Building

“This statement serves as a reminder of the Commission’s commitment to fostering a stable and compliant telecommunications ecosystem in Nigeria”.

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NCC Extends Barring Of Glo Subscribers From Calling MTN Lines By 21 Days

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NCC has extended the period during which Globacom subscribers can call MTN by 21 days. This follows the commission’s initial plan to bar Glo subscribers from calling MTN lines. Reuben Mouka revealed that an agreement has been reached to resolve all outstanding issues. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has announced … Read more

BREAKING: Glo Subscribers May Be Barred From Calling MTN Users – Reports

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‘Fix the Network First’: Nigerians React To Planned Telecom Tariff Hike

EKO HOT BLOG reports that the non-payment of interconnect charges may result in Globacom subscribers losing the ability to call MTN lines soon. This possibility was disclosed on Monday by the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) through a communique issued by the Director of the Public Affairs Department, Reuben Muoka. EDITOR’S PICKS Bye-Election: Ani Emerges APC Candidate … Read more

NCC Gives Fresh Directives To MTN, Airtel, Others On SIMs Without NIN

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Eko Hot Blog reports that  telecommunications firms such as MTN, Globacom, Airtel and others have been charged by the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) to fully bar phone lines without National Identity Numbers and those whose NINs have not been verified. This was disclosed in a corporate notice MTN Nigeria filed with the Nigerian Exchange Limited, … Read more

MTN Sends Nationwide Message To Users Over Reports Of Debts Cancellation

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EKO HOT BLOG reports that MTN Nigeria has sent a message to its users over the disappearance of debt on the accounts of subscribers in the early hours of Saturday, November 11. This comes amidst nationwide jubilation from subscribers owing the network. EDITOR’S PICKS Banky W Loses Out As Court Affirms LP’s Thaddeus Atta As … Read more

Reps Warn MTN, GLO, Airtel, Others Over Reselling Of Already Purchased SIM Cards

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Eko Hot Blog reports that MTN, GLO, Airtel and other telecom network providers have been warned against the act of reselling already purchased Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) cards to another subscriber after months of unuse. The House of Representatives gave the warning as it mandated its Committee on Telecommunications (when constituted) to interface with Global … Read more

FG Approves N202.8bn Repairs of Enugu-Onitsha Road By MTN Under Tax Credit Scheme

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The Federal Executive Council (FEC) has endorsed the completion of the ongoing Enugu-Onitsha expressway by MTN Nigeria PLC, a telecommunication company, at the cost of N202.8billion via the Tax Credit Scheme of the Federal Government.   Eko Hot Blog reports that Minister of Works and Housing, Babatunde Fashola, revealed this when he along with Minister … Read more

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