NCC reaffirms stakeholder partnership, says telecom reforms restoring investor confidence

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening collaboration with stakeholders to sustain the resilience and growth of Nigeria’s telecommunications industry, while highlighting the positive impact of ongoing regulatory reforms on investor confidence.

The Executive Vice Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the NCC, Aminu Maida, made this known on Monday when he received a delegation of the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations, led by its President, Ike Neliaku, at the Commission’s headquarters in Maitama, Abuja.

Maida said the Commission would continue to work closely with professional bodies, including the NIPR, to promote public awareness, responsible communication, and effective stakeholder engagement on issues affecting the telecommunications sector.

He congratulated the NIPR on securing the hosting rights for the 2026 World Public Relations Forum, describing the achievement as a testament to strategic communication, perseverance, and Nigeria’s ability to present a compelling case on the global stage.

According to him, the successful bid demonstrates the importance of owning Nigeria’s narrative and effectively communicating the country’s strengths to international stakeholders.

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The NCC boss also disclosed that Nigeria will host the African Telecoms Union (ATU) Conference of Plenipotentiaries in July 2026 and urged the institute to leverage the event to further project a positive image of the country internationally.

Speaking on the Commission’s regulatory activities, Maida said the NCC is intensifying public education and sensitisation on key initiatives aimed at improving accountability and ensuring stability in the telecommunications sector.

He listed ongoing campaigns on the protection of Critical National Information Infrastructure (CNII), efficient data usage, simplified telecom tariffs, the public coverage map initiative, and policies designed to foster competition across the industry.

Maida noted that the Commission’s reforms, though difficult, have begun yielding measurable results, particularly in attracting fresh investments into the telecom sector.

He said the renewed investor confidence reflects growing trust in the government’s reforms, the Commission’s regulatory framework, and the long-term prospects of Nigeria’s telecommunications market.

“The level of investment we are seeing today is no longer about sustaining existing operations but about expanding the industry. This is something we have not witnessed for several years and it demonstrates investors’ confidence in the sector, the government’s reforms, and the opportunities available in the Nigerian market,” he said.

In his remarks, NIPR President Ike Neliaku commended the NCC for its commitment to stakeholder engagement and collaboration, describing the Commission as a key driver of Nigeria’s digital economy.

He expressed the institute’s readiness to partner with the Commission on initiatives that promote responsible communication, strengthen reputation management, and enhance public awareness of the NCC’s regulatory programmes.