Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has approved unified USSD codes for all mobile networks in Nigeria. The harmonized shortcodes (HSC) will work across all mobile networks in the country. This means all mobile network services will be using the same customer care number, the same code for checking data balances, the same code for credit recharge,…
If you live in Nigeria and you’re below the age of 18, you can no longer get a SIM card in the country. This report is coming after NCC update its new registration policy. According to the new draft copy of the modified Registration of Telephone Subscribers Regulations published on the NCC’s website, anyone below…
NCC capturing Nigerians IMEI Number: Some news media has wrongly pushed out news articles about submission of IMEI number. We thought it doesn’t make any sense for the Nigeria Communication Commission to that. So we decided to do our own findings. First, the news media read a section of a publication by the commission and…
GSM Booster illegal in Nigeria: The Nigeria communication commission (NCC) released a memo today stating that the use of GSM Booster (Network Booster or Mobile Signal Booster) is illegal in Nigeria. According to the memo, only authorized GSM Boosters is allowed for use in the country. But what is GSM booster? And why is NCC…
Commercial 5G Services in Nigeria: The Nigeria Communication Commission (NCC) has come out to share that they approve of the use of commercial 5G services in the country. According to their statement on Twitter, NCC have signed a Memorandum of understanding on the use of C-Band Spectrum for 5G services in Nigeria. See Also: 5G…
Data Depletion and Wrong Deduction: Sometimes, it seems that network providers in Nigeria have ways of assisting you to consume your data. In other cases, it seems they have stroll and helping you suck it. Whatever the case might be, Nigerians have cried out and NCC in a statement release by its Executive Vice Chairman…
A new network report from NCC has shown that over the past few years there have been tremedous increase in 3G and 4G infrastructure in the country. The statistics from the commission is quite impressive and it shows the direction of network technology and stability in the country. Lets get to see the summary of…
If you have read news online stating that NCC plans on disconnecting the SIM of most Nigerians, well they government body has come to clear the air. In recent days, some blogs have published content that there will be mass disconnection of SIM cards. How did they come to this conclusion? Well, these articles are…
The process of SIM card replacement in Nigeria has just been made more easy. Prior to the the SIM record update with NIN, Nigerians would need a sworn affidavit and means of identification before they can retrieve or replace their SIM card. But a new press release has been released by NCC and it makes…
Update SIM Card Record: Few days ago the Nigeria Communication Commission stopped all Mobile Service Providers (MSP) in the country to stop SIM card registration. It seems there is going to be more to that as they release new updates regarding already registered users. The Honourable Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, Dr. Isa Ali…
Nigeria Communication Commission (NCC) has ordered Mobile Network Operators in Nigeria to stop the sale and registration of SIM cards. All Mobile Network Operators including the big shots, MTN Nigeria, Glo, Airtel, 9Mobile are all included. This order was given by the NCC after the Honourable Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, Dr. Isa Ali…
How to link NIN to Your MTN line by USSD Code (2024): The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has sent out directives to all telecommunication operators in Nigeria to block all SIM cards that are not linked with NIN. So it’s a must to link your NIN to your MTN line. And in this post, we’re…
How to link NIN to MTN line online (2024): NCC has directed all telecommunication operators in Nigeria to block all SIM cards that are not linked with NIN. So you need to link your NIN to your MTN line. And in this post, we’re going to guide you through the process of linking your MTN…
How to check Airtel account balance: To check your Airtel main balance simply dial *310#. Following NCC’s new regulation, the old USSD code (*123#) to check your airtime main balance no longer works. Airtel is the second most popular network and second most used in Nigeria after MTN. This new regulation also applies to other…
MTN 5G Router Price in Nigeria: The MTN 5G Router Price in Nigeria goes for ₦50,000 and pre-orders started on August 23, 2022. For those who will pre-order now, they will be among the first set of people to enjoy one of the fastest technology the world has ever seen. MTN 5G is 10x faster…
A new SMS-based Android Malware has surfaced online that can be used by cybercriminals to steal your personal data. The new Android Malware is known as a Tanglebot and it can get access to your bank details once installed. But, what is this new SMS-based Android Malware called Tanglebot? how does it work? and how…
A new cyber attack on Organizations has been detected and reported in Nigeria by ngCERT. This attack comes in form of ransomware that is aimed at attacking targeted organizations in the country. So, what is it all about and how can you stay safe? According to ngCERT, a new cybercrime group has coined a new…
Twitter Ban in Nigeria: After 6 months of Twitter Ban in Nigeria, the Federal Government of Nigeria has decided to lift Twitter Ban in the country. Twitter ban was lifted in Nigeria in the early hours of Friday 13 2022 after lots of negotiations between the FG of Nigeria and Twitter. Remember that Twitter was…
If you’ve been in the Nigeria telecommunication space, you might have heard of the new telecommunication company that beat Airtel to 5G band in late 2021. Yes, the telecommunication company is known as Mafab Communications. In fiercely contested battle for 5G license in Nigeria, Mafab Communications managed to beat Airtel and tag along MTN as…
Prime Video: Relaxing and watching a comedy movie or TV show after a long day at work is a very cool way to spend the evening. Especially when you can download these movies and TV shows and watch them with your family. And this is what Amazon brings to you with its Prime Video services…
NCC has confirmed that the Federal Government has okay the use of 5G network in Nigeria. According to the report, the Minister of Comunication and Digital Economy Prof. Isa Ali Ibrahim (Pantami), directed the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) to commence immediate implementation of the 5G plan for the country. The report also went to say…
Telecommunication companies in Nigeria (MTN and Airtel in particular) have shown interest in 5G adaptation. MTN has conducted its own 5G test in major cities in Nigeria as far back in 2019. Airtel has also shown interest too. And now that NCC has approved the use of commercial 5G in Nigeria, there seems to be…
The race for the launch of the fifth generation network in Nigeria has begun since 2019. One of the major setbacks has been the release of regulation of the new network technology by NCC. Now that NCC has given the green signal for 5G network, it seems MTN and Airtel will be among the first…
The Twitter ban/suspension in Nigeria by the FG means you can’t access the Twitter App or Web in the country. But there are ways you can go about it and have access to your Twitter account. So, in this post I’ll explain how you can easily change your location from Nigeria to other country. See…
