NCC Suspends Issuance of Communications Licences

Maryam Aminu

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has announced the temporary suspension of communication licenses in 3 categories

The Commission notified that the categories included Interconnect Exchange Licence,Mobile Virtual Network Operator Licence and Value Added Service Aggregator Licence

NCC, in a statement signed by the Director of Public Affairs, Reuben Muoka said the temporary suspension was necessary to enable the Commission conduct a thorough review of several key areas within these categories, including the current level of competition, market saturation and current market dynamics.

“The public is invited to note that during the suspension period commencing on 17 May, new application for the aforementioned licences will not be accepted.”

“This is without prejudice to pending applications before the commission will be considered on their merits.” The Commission said

“Any enquiry or clarification in respect of this suspension notice should be forwarded to: licensing@ncc.gov.ng.”

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