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Telecom operators defend tariff exchange rate adjustment

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June 26, 2026

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Mobile network operators say the adjustment of the telecommunications tariff exchange rate is intended to sustain reliable communication services amid rising operational costs. The adjusted tariff exchange rate will take effect later at midnight. In a joint statement issued today, Friday, Digitel, MTN and Zain said the adjustment follows approval by the National Communications Authority. [] The post Telecom operators defend tariff exchange rate adjustment appeared first on Eye Radio.

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Eye Radio

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· Jun 25, 2026

Phone and internet charges to rise as NCA approves new telecom tariffs

Consumers will pay more for phone calls and internet services starting Friday after the National Communication Authority (NCA) approved a phased adjustment of telecommunications tariffs. The new rates will take effect at midnight on June 26 following consultations involving the Ministry of ICT and Postal Services, Parliament, mobile network operators, and civil society organizations. According [] The post Phone and internet charges to rise as NCA approves new telecom tariffs appeared first on Eye Radio.

National Taxpayers Union

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· Jul 9, 2026

USTR’s Confused Defense of Section 122 Tariffs

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Vanguard News

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· Jun 21, 2026

NCC, CAC require approval for telecom share transfers above 10%

By Juliet Umeh The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) and the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) have directed telecommunications companies to obtain regulatory approval before executing any transfer of shares amounting to 10 per cent or more of their total share capital. The directive, which takes immediate effect, is aimed at strengthening regulatory oversight, preserving competition, and [] The post NCC, CAC require approval for telecom share transfers above 10 appeared first on Vanguard News.

Daily Post Nigeria

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· Jun 22, 2026

Obtain prior approval for major shareholding changes – NCC, CAC tell telecom firms

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) and the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) have directed telecommunications companies to obtain regulatory approval before making significant changes in their ownership structures. In a statement jointly signed by NCC Director of Public Affairs, Nnenna Ukoha, and CAC Head of Public Affairs, Rasheed Mahe, on Sunday, both agencies warned that any proposed transfer of [] Obtain prior approval for major shareholding changes – NCC, CAC tell telecom firms

The Eastern Herald

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· Jul 1, 2026

Canada’s Telecom Regulator Orders Bell, Rogers and Telus to Justify Banned Fees

Canada's telecom regulator opened a formal show-cause proceeding against Bell, Rogers and Telus after all three carriers said they would keep charging fees the CRTC's new junk-fee ban was written to outlaw. The companies face fines up to 10 million each by July 30.

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· Jun 22, 2026

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Related coverage for "Telecom operators defend tariff exchange rate adjustment": Eye Radio — Phone and internet charges to rise as NCA approves new telecom tariffs. National Taxpayers Union — USTR’s Confused Defense of Section 122 Tariffs. Vanguard News — NCC, CAC require approval for telecom share transfers above 10%. Daily Post Nigeria — Obtain prior approval for major shareholding changes – NCC, CAC tell telecom firms. The Eastern Herald — Canada’s Telecom Regulator Orders Bell, Rogers and Telus to Justify Banned Fees. Seeking Alpha — AST SpaceMobile: My Bet On The New Telecommunications Order