Nigeria’s NITDA has signed an MoU with SecDojo to enhance the country’s cybersecurity capabilities through targeted capacity-building programs. The partnership, unveiled at GITEX Africa 2025, will establish a Cybersecurity Academy, offer advanced training, and foster research initiatives to bridge the cybersecurity talent gap.
Mobile number portability in Nigeria surged by 190% in January 2025, with 8,708 subscribers switching networks. 9mobile faced the highest losses, losing 6,716 customers, while MTN, Airtel, and Globacom benefited. This shift reflects dissatisfaction with service quality and pricing. The telecom sector saw overall growth in subscriptions.
Nigeria ranks 120th out of 137 countries in mobile network excellence according to the latest Global Network Excellence Index. The country lags behind 19 African nations in 4G/5G availability and download speeds, with challenges in network performance and coverage. Several African nations outperform Nigeria in key network metrics.
NITDA’s new data classification framework mandates local cloud hosting for sensitive data, aiming to boost Nigeria’s digital economy and attract international cloud providers. The policy supports national security, compliance with data protection laws, and promotes local cloud companies, positioning Nigeria as a leader in Africa’s digital economy.
Airtel Nigeria has implemented a 50% tariff hike, affecting both data plans and call rates. This change, aimed at boosting infrastructure investment, has faced criticism from consumer groups and unions. The Cloud Network Foundation has urged the government to reassess the hike, citing economic hardships and its impact on low-income Nigerians.
NIGCOMSAT and Eutelsat have announced a multi-year, multi-million-dollar partnership to deliver low Earth orbit (LEO) satellite services in Nigeria. The collaboration aims to enhance connectivity in underserved areas, supporting government, enterprise, and rural sectors. The partnership will enable scalable, high-speed, low-latency services across Nigeria.
Nigeria’s telecom companies face a 50% tariff increase approved by the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC). The hike will raise the cost of calls and data bundles, adding pressure on Nigerians already struggling with inflation and rising living costs.
NigComSat has teamed up with Eutelsat to deploy LEO satellites, enhancing internet connectivity in Nigeria and across Africa. This collaboration supports Nigeria’s digital transformation, aiming to bridge the digital divide and expand broadband access. The LEO satellites will provide faster internet speeds and lower latency for underserved regions.
Nigeria’s growing vulnerability to digital threats worsened in 2024, with a rise in attacks targeting government and financial sectors. Despite efforts by agencies like NITDA and NCC, localized cybersecurity strategies remain underdeveloped. Experts stress the need for proactive measures, risk analysis, and stronger collaboration to enhance digital resilience in 2025.
