Tinubu Endorses Airtel Nigeria's Open Network Initiative

President Bola Tinubu welcomed the launch of Airtel Nigeria’s Open Network initiative, describing it as a significant advancement for transparency, consumer protection, and telecommunications services in Nigeria. The initiative was unveiled in Lagos and enables subscribers to access information about network developments and report service difficulties directly to Airtel.

Tinubu's statement, signed by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Mr Bayo Onanuga, highlighted the initiative's alignment with his administration's goals of promoting private-sector investment and expanding digital infrastructure. He also noted the Federal Government’s Zero-Rated Access to Educational Platforms initiative, which provides eligible students with free daily data for educational resources.

Tinubu recalled a meeting with Bharti Airtel's Founder, Mr Sunil Bharti Mittal, in February 2025, where he reaffirmed his commitment to fostering a favorable environment for telecommunications investment. He acknowledged Airtel Nigeria's growth from approximately 15,000 to over 17,000 sites, including 657 fifth-generation sites, and urged continued investment in underserved communities.