NCC: Nigeria’s Data Consumption Rises by 47% as Demand Outpaces Network Capacity

Nigeria's Data Demand Outpacing Network Growth

...Seeks long-term naira funding for telecoms infrastructure

NCC: Nigeria’s data consumption rises by 47% as demand outpaces network capacity

The Nigerian Communications Commission, NCC, has raised concerns over the rapid growth in data consumption, saying Nigeria’s demand for digital connectivity is outpacing the capacity of existing networks. The commission disclosed this in a communiqué issued after the Nigeria Digital Connectivity Investment Forum 2026, held in Abuja from September 29 to 30. According to the […] NCC: Nigeria’s data consumption rises by 47% as demand outpaces netwo…

Nigeria’s data demand outpacing network growth

…Says mobile broadband covers 90% of Nigerians, only 27% own smartphones…Seeks long-term naira funding for telecoms infrastructure By Juliet Umeh The Nigerian Communications Commission, NCC, has warned that rising data demand is putting pressure on Nigeria’s networks and called for greater investment in digital infrastructure.In a communiqué issued on Sunday after the Nigeria Digital Connectivity […]

NCC, stakeholders seek Right of Way cost cuts to advance Nigeria's digital connectivity

Nigeria’s digital demands are growing, but associated Right of Way (RoW) costs and approvals continue to hinder infrastructure deployment, especially fibre optic cables. The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) and other stakeholders have urged the state government to cut and harmonise Right of Way and site permit charges.  The recommendations were drawn from the Nigeria Digital Connectivity Investment Forum, 2026, which was held at the Onom…

Digital Connectivity: NCC, Investors Seek Fresh Capital For Infrastructure Expansion

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) and key stakeholders in the digital economy have unveiled a set of resolutions aimed at unlocking investment and accelerating the deployment of digital infrastructure across Nigeria. The resolutions emerged from the Nigeria Digital Connectivity Investment Forum 2026, which brought together regulators, investors, telecommunications operators, infrastructure providers, development finance institutions a…

NCC Warns Nigeria Data Consumption Outpacing Network Capacity

The Nigerian Communications Commission has warned that surging data consumption is outstripping the capacity of existing networks, placing unprecedented pres...