Nigeria's Telcos Face Pressure to Enhance Fiber Broadband

Telecommunications companies in Nigeria are under pressure to resolve bottlenecks affecting the rollout of fiber broadband, which is critical for the country's digital transformation agenda. The Association of Telecommunications Companies of Nigeria (ATCON) has announced a high-level policy forum scheduled for June 30, 2026, in Lagos, where Dr.

Aminu Maida, the Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), will deliver a keynote address. The forum aims to bring together stakeholders, including telecommunications companies, infrastructure providers, investors, and policymakers, to address structural challenges impacting fiber deployment across the country.

ATCON has highlighted that the current challenges, such as multiple taxation, high right-of-way charges, regulatory bottlenecks, and inconsistent state policies, hinder broadband expansion and digital inclusion. The forum will focus on practical solutions, including regulatory reforms and infrastructure protection, to enhance investor confidence and accelerate broadband deployment, which is essential for job creation and improved access to education and healthcare services.