The Nigeria Communications Commission (NCC) has commenced a two-day public inquiry into three critical regulatory instruments in the telecommunications sector.
The event, which commenced on Tuesday, has gathered experts, stakeholders, and engaged citizens to discuss and refine these regulatory frameworks.
In alignment with its authority under the Nigerian Communications Act (NCA) 2003, the NCC recently suspended the issuance of communication licenses in three categories: mobile virtual network operator, interconnect exchange, and value-added service aggregator.
This decision is part of a broader effort to reassess and enhance regulatory mechanisms.
The regulatory instruments under review are the Telecommunications Network Interconnect Regulations, Guidelines on Procedure for Granting Approval to Disconnect Telecommunications Operators, and Guidelines for Dispute Resolution.
The primary goal of the review is to maintain the robustness and integrity of Nigeria’s telecommunications infrastructure.
The NCC emphasized the importance of gathering diverse perspectives and valuable insights from participants. Executive Vice Chairman of the NCC, Aminu Maida, highlighted the necessity of refining these instruments to address emerging challenges, trends, and opportunities in the sector.
Furthermore, Mrs. Chizua Whyte, Head of the Legal and Regulatory Services Department at NCC, stressed the importance of adapting regulatory instruments to keep pace with emerging technologies.
