Presidency hails NCC for connecting 140m Nigerians to internet, targets greater collaboration

The Presidency on Wednesday lauded the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) for its remarkable strides in expanding internet connectivity across the country, linking approximately 140 million Nigerians to the digital world.

The commendation was given by Senator Basheer Lado, Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Senate Matters, during a courtesy visit by the Executive Vice Chairman (EVC) of NCC, Dr. Aminu Maida, to his office at the National Assembly.

Senator Lado, while receiving Dr. Maida, praised the Commission’s efforts in enhancing ICT infrastructure nationwide, particularly highlighting the success of NCC’s ICT hubs initiative.

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He noted that the program, which targets extending internet access to over 140 million Nigerians, has already achieved a 70 percent success rate.

“NCC is undoubtedly facilitating and fast-tracking the accessibility of Nigerians to internet connection which, based on the latest information, has now reached about 70% penetration,” Senator Lado stated.

He emphasized that greater internet access is a vital catalyst for economic growth and a critical driver for the realization of President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda.

According to him, connecting more Nigerians to the internet will open up new opportunities for innovation, education, and commerce, strengthening the nation’s economic resilience.

In addition, Senator Lado called for deeper collaboration between the NCC and the Office of the Special Adviser to the President on Senate Matters.

He proposed a structured partnership to streamline operations and enhance the Commission’s engagements and communications with the various National Assembly committees that oversee its activities.

The meeting underscored the Tinubu administration’s commitment to expanding Nigeria’s digital economy and reaffirmed the pivotal role the NCC continues to play in bridging the country’s connectivity gap.