NCC Introduces Enhanced Device Checks to Block Fake, Non-Compliant Phones in Nigeria

NCC registers 231m devices, moves against unapproved access to networks

The Nigerian Communications Commission has registered 231m devices and is implementing a new system to block unapproved phones from accessing networks. Read More: https://punchng.com/ncc-registers-231m-devices-moves-against-unapproved-access-to-networks/

NCC introduces enhanced device checks to block fake, non-compliant phones in Nigeria

The Nigerian Communications Commission, NCC, has commenced the implementation of an enhanced Type Approval Compliance framework aimed at identifying fake,

NCC begins checks to block fake phones, modems and PoS terminals from accessing networks - Newsy People

The Nigerian Communications Commission has begun electronically verifying the approval status of SIM-enabled devices to identify and prevent fake, cloned and non-compliant equipment from connecting to telecommunications networks. Edoyemi Ogoh, the commission’s Director of Technical Standards and Network Integrity, disclosed this on Tuesday at a news conference in Abuja. He said the enhanced compliance framework […]

Things Nigerians Must Know As NCC Begins Enforcing Type Approval For Mobile Devices

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has commenced enforcement of existing type approval and device verification requirements for mobile phones and other SIM-enabled devices operating on Nigerian mobile networks. The system, which took effect on October 7, 2026, is designed to ensure that communications devices meet approved technical standards before they are sold or used in […]

NCC moves to block fake, non-compliant SIM-enabled devices - THE AUTHORITY NEWS

By Daniel Tyokua The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has commenced the implementation of an enhanced device verification framework aimed at identifying fake, cloned and non-compliant SIM-enabled communications devices in circulation. Briefing journalists in Abuja, on Tuesday, the Director of Technical Standards and Network Integrity at the NCC, Mr. Edoyemi Ogoh,...

NCC Urges Nigerians to Verify Phones Before Buying

NCC urges Nigerians to verify phones before buying. Learn how to check approved SIM-enabled devices using *315#, the official Device...