Fresh Ownership Rules Hit Nigeria’s Telecom Sector as NCC, CAC Tighten Grip on Telcos’ Ownership Changes

Nigerianobservernews | 22-06-2026 08:15am |

Abuja: The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) and Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) have introduced a new compliance requirement. The directive mandates prior approval for significant ownership changes in telecommunications companies operating in Nigeria. The agencies announced the measure in a joint statement issued on Sunday in Abuja. The statement was signed by Mrs Nnenna Ukoha, NCC

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