NCC Announces Temporary Suspension Of The Issuance Of Communications Licences In Three  Categories

By Angeline Mgbele, Bureau Chief, North

In line with its powers under the Nigerian Communications Act (NCA) 2003 to grant and renew licences, promote fair competition and develop the Communications Industry, the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has informed all stakeholders of a temporary suspension on issuance of new licences in the following categories, Cyber Era NG learns.

According to a press statement e-signed by the Director of Public Affairs(DPA) at NCC, Reuben Muoka,  May 17, the three(3) categories of licences affected by the temporary suspension include:

1.    Interconnect Exchange Licence

2.    Mobile Virtual Network Operator Licence

3.    Value Added Service Aggregator Licence

The NCC press statement reads in part: “This temporary suspension is necessary to enable the Commission to 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 17th of May, 2024, new application for the aforementioned licences will not be accepted. This is without prejudice to pending applications before the Commission which will be considered on their merits.

Any enquiries or clarifications in respect of this Suspension Notice should be forwarded to: licensing@ncc.gov.ng.”