The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has announced that recent tariff reforms have unlocked more than N1 trillion in new investments by telecom operators, driving modernization of Nigeria’s digital infrastructure. The disclosure was made by NCC Executive Vice Chairman and CEO, Dr. Aminu Maida, during the 94th edition of the Telecoms Consumer Parliament in Lagos, themed “Addressing Network Quality for Improved Consumer Experience.”
Approved in February 2025, the tariff reforms were designed to make telecom rates cost-reflective and sustainable. According to Maida, operators including MTN Nigeria, Airtel Africa, Globacom, and 9mobile, have collectively invested over $1 billion in network expansion, deploying more than 2,700 new sites nationwide to enhance service quality and coverage.
The reforms are expected to stabilize the market, improve consumer experience, and restore investor confidence. Updated Quality of Service Regulations now hold both operators and co-location providers accountable for performance standards, while new measures such as the Presidential Order on the Protection of Critical National Information Infrastructure, aim to safeguard telecom assets and ensure reliable service delivery across Nigeria.
