Finally, Nigeria set to deploy 5G Network

Barring any unforeseen circumstances, the Executive Vice Chairman of Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) Prof Umar Danbatta has informed the commission is on the verge of deploying the Fifth Generation (5G) network in Nigeria.

Danbatta stated that Spectrum licenses for the companies that will roll out services have have been issued.

He spoke during the NCC day at the Ongoing 43rd Kaduna International Trade Fair.
According to him, the deployment will start from the State capitals and gradually extends to other areas.
He noted it was important to state that unlike 1G, 2G, 3G and 4G, the 5G network will bring substantial network improvements, including higher connection speed, mobility and capacity as well as low-latency capabilities to communications services in Nigeria.

He said the commission was committed to continue to provide a level-playing ground for operators to thrive, promote investment and delivery of innovative services to individual consumers, SMEs and big business owners by ensuring enhanced consumer quality of experience.

According to him: “In Nigeria, the number of active mobile subscriptions reached 195.4 million in December 2021 with Internet subscribers exceeding 141 million and a broadband penetration 40.88 per cent.

“Consequently, the Commission will continue to focus on excellence and efficiency of our regulatory activities and ensure increased connectivity to telecoms consumer through the deployment of robust infrastructure.”