NCC Enforces Compliance for SIM-Enabled Devices in Nigeria
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has issued a warning to manufacturers, importers, distributors, and sellers of SIM-enabled devices regarding compliance with type approval and device verification requirements. Nnenna Ukoha, the NCC's Director of Public Affairs, stated that failure to comply could result in losing access to Nigeria's mobile telecommunications networks.
The NCC emphasized that all device models intended for importation, assembly, distribution, or sale must obtain the necessary NCC Type Approval, as mandated by the Nigerian Communications Act 2003 and the Type Approval Regulations 2024. Manufacturers and suppliers are required to submit the International Mobile Equipment Identity (IMEI) details for verification before devices are sold.
The NCC urged dealers to check their inventory for compliance and warned that non-compliance could lead to restrictions on devices' access to mobile networks. This initiative aims to enhance regulatory oversight and promote fair competition in the communications device market in Nigeria.
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