Telecom CEOs Ordered to Explain Service Issues by October 28

The House of Representatives has mandated telecommunications chief executives to appear before its investigative committee on October 28, 2026, to address ongoing issues of poor network services in Nigeria. This directive follows the non-compliance of some operators, including MTN and Mafab Communications, with previous invitations.

Lawmakers have warned that executives who do not attend could face arrest to ensure their appearance. The ultimatum was issued by the ad hoc committee, chaired by Olumide Osoba, during a public hearing in Abuja on October 21.

The next hearing is set for 2pm in Hearing Room 447, New Building, National Assembly Complex. The Nigerian Communications Commission has been tasked with ensuring the attendance of the affected operators and the submission of relevant documents.

Osoba highlighted that unreliable telecommunications services pose significant economic challenges, affecting businesses and essential services, including Point of Sale transactions. Committee member Ibe Osonwa criticized the operators for ignoring legislative invitations despite their substantial earnings from Nigerian customers.