Tag: Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC)

NIMC, NCC launch Collaborative Efforts to enhance NIN-SIM Linkage Processes

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The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) and the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has announced a strategic collaboration aimed at enhancing processes related to the National Identification Number (NIN)-SIM linkage. In recent times, the NIN-SIM linkage exercise has become subject of national discourse, reflecting the critical importance of aligning SIM registrations with individuals’ unique national identification numbers. Recognising the significance of this initiative in enhancing security and improving service delivery, both NIMC and NCC are committed to improving processes and enhancing efficiency. Under this collaboration, NIMC and NCC will work closely…

Northern Youth Council honours NCC Director of Financial Services, Yakubu Gontor

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The Northern Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN) has bestowed Shield of Nigeria Northern Youth Award on the Director, Financial Services, Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), Yakubu Gontor for his exemplary professional conduct. A delegation of the organisation led by the National President, Dr. Isa Ododo, presented a plaque for award of Garwuwan Matasan Arewa Nigeria (literally translated as ‘Shield of Niger Northern Youth’) during a visit to Gontor in his office at the Commission in Abuja recently. Ododo said the recognition was based on Gonor’s professionalism and his standing as civil…

2023 World Consumer Rights Day:NCC reiterates commitment to protection of Telecom Consumers

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The Executive Vice Chairman, Nigerian Communications Commission(NCC), Prof Umar Garba Danbatta said between March 15, 2022, till date the Commission has carried out its mandate in a manner that further strengthened consumer protection while safeguarding the interest of telecom consumers. He maintained that in addition to continuing implementation of the policy that ensured improved access to broadband connectivity, the Commission, through Nigerian Communications Commission’s Computer Security Incident Response Team (NCC-CSIRT) constantly alerted consumers to cyber threats that could have led to the compromise of their financial profile through the execution…

SPEECH BY THE EXECUTIVE VICE CHAIRMAN/CHIEF EXECUTIVE OF THE NIGERIAN COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION (NCC), PROF. UMAR GARBA DANBATTA, FNSE, FAEng, FRAES, FNIEEE AT THE LAUNCH OF THE COMMISSION’S STRATEGIC VISION PLAN 2021-2025, NCC PODCAST AND THE BOOK – ‘COMPENDIUM OF EVC’S SPEECHES’ – ON TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 7, 2021 AT THE COMMUNICATIONS AND DIGITAL ECONOMY COMPLEX, MBORA, ABUJA

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The Secretary, Government of the Federation, Your Excellency, Governor of Kaduna State, Your Excellency, Governor of Kano State, The Honourable Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, Distinguished Senators and Honourable Members of the National Assembly, Director Generals/Chief Executives of Government Agencies, Respected Traditional Rulers, Stakeholders in Nigeria’s ICT Industry, Board, Management and Staff of the Nigerian Communications Commission, Gentlemen of the Press, Distinguished ladies and Gentlemen. It is with a profound sense of honour and privilege that I welcome you all to this very important occasion. This significant occasion affords…

Danbatta receives commendation on nation’s digital transformation …. as NCC restates collaboration with Judiciary in tackling Telecoms service challenges

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  The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) in a bid to further protect telecoms infrastructure in the country,has restated its commitment to continue to strengthen collaboration with judicial institutions in Nigeria.   The Executive Vice Chairman (EVC) of the Commission, Prof. Umar Garba Danbatta, gave the assurance during a courtesy visit by a high-powered delegation of the Kano State Judiciary to the chief telecom regulator at the NCC Kano Zonal Office, in Kano, over the weekend.   Addressing the judicial delegation, Danbatta said, while the Commission was doing everything within its regulatory mandate…

Telecoms Key to Economic DiveUmmarrsification in Nigeria – Danbatta …as NCC remits N362.34bn in 5 years

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The Executive Vice Chairman/CEO,Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), Prof. Umar Danbatta has described as key the role of telecommunications to the diversification of the nation’s economy. Prof. Danbatta made this assertion in his presentation to Course 29 Participants at the National Defence College, Nigeria, recently. Speaking on a theme, “The Telecommunications Industry and National Development in Nigeria: The Roles of the NCC in Promoting Digital Economy”, he said, telecoms sector was the life-wire that will drive the National Digital Economy Policy and Strategy (NDEPS) of the Federal Government.” He noted that…

Danbatta wins 2019 Zik Prize in Professional Leadership …. dedicates Award to NCC Board, Management, Staff

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The Executive Vice Chairman of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), Prof.Umar Garba Danbatta,was on Sunday night awarded the 2019 Zik Prize in Professional Leadership. While receiving the award in the professional leadership category at an elaborate and well-attended annual Zik Prize 2020 organised by Public Policy Research and Analysis Centre (PPRAC) in Lagos on Sunday, December 6, 2020, Danbatta thanked the organizers for the honour, stated that the award was “a recognition for the entire Commission.” The NCC Boss also dedicated his Zik Prize to the board, management and staff…