The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has released its Q4 2025 Network Performance Report, showcasing measurable improvements in network quality, increased coverage, and enhanced service delivery across urban and rural areas of the country. The release, accompanied by a media engagement session in Abuja, underscores the Commission’s commitment to transparent, data-driven regulation of Nigeria’s telecommunications sector.
Delivering the opening remarks, Engr. Abraham Oshadami, Executive Commissioner for Technical Services at NCC, emphasized that transparency remains a guiding principle for the Commission. “Open access to information strengthens the industry, builds public trust, and reinforces accountability among operators,” he said. He noted that the quarterly reports, developed in partnership with global network analytics firm Ookla, provide consumers and stakeholders with independent insights into network performance, enabling informed decision-making and encouraging operators to remain accountable to service users.
The Executive Vice-Chairman (EVC) of NCC, Dr. Aminu Maida, highlighted that the Q4 2025 data reflects steady improvements in median download speeds across both cities and rural communities. “The video Quality of Experience gap between urban and rural areas has narrowed, and our 4G backbone continues to strengthen,” Dr. Maida said. He added that while challenges remain—particularly in 5G services and upload speed disparities—the Commission is actively working with operators to close these gaps.
According to the report, over $1 billion in industry investments in 2025 led to the deployment of more than 2,850 new sites, expanding both coverage and network capacity nationwide. These investments have contributed significantly to the improved consumer experience captured in the quarterly report. Operators have also committed to surpassing these investment levels in 2026, signaling continued progress in infrastructure development and service quality enhancement.
The Q4 report forms part of NCC’s broader strategy to ensure that consumers can make informed choices based on independent, data-driven insights. Through the collaboration with Ookla, nationwide Network Coverage Maps were developed, giving consumers a transparent tool to compare operators’ performance in different locations, including highways and emerging 5G zones.
Engr. Oshadami described the media as “strategic partners in this journey,” urging journalists to critically engage with the data and amplify stories of progress, accountability, and reform. He added that the Commission’s proactive sharing of industry performance data is intended to foster a more inclusive and connected digital ecosystem across Nigeria.
With these quarterly reports, the NCC continues to track trends, guide targeted regulatory interventions, and drive investment in technology infrastructure, with the ultimate goal of delivering better connectivity, improved service quality, and a more inclusive digital future for all Nigerians, according to Dr. Maida.
