The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) emphasized its commitment to promoting local content development and consumer protection during the NCC Special Day at the 45th Kaduna International Trade Fair.
The Executive Vice Chairman/CEO of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), Dr. Aminu Maida delivered a speech at the NCC Special Day at the Trade Fair, emphasizing the importance of promoting local content development in the telecommunications sector and ensuring consumer protection.
In his address, Dr. Maida highlighted the critical role of local content development in driving economic sustainability and growth. He reiterated the Commission’s commitment to fostering an enabling environment for telecommunications industry, where local content and innovation can thrive, in alignment with the Ministry of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy’s objectives.
Dr. Maida underscored various initiatives implemented by the NCC to promote indigenous participation in the telecommunications sector, including the establishment of the Nigerian Office for Development of Indigenous Telecommunications Sector (NODITS) and support for local software development and entrepreneurship among Nigerian youth.
Furthermore, Dr. Maida emphasized the NCC’s dedication to consumer protection and empowerment, ensuring access to high-quality telecommunications services and consumer rights awareness. He outlined several consumer-centric initiatives, including the Telecom Consumer Parliament, Telecom Town Halls, and the development of the Do-Not-Disturb (DND) 2442 Short Code to stop unsolicited messages and calls.
Dr. Maida also highlighted the importance of the National Identification Number – Subscriber Identification Module (NIN-SIM) linkage campaign for national security and urged telecom consumers to link their NINs to their SIM cards before the February 28, 2024 deadline.
In conclusion, Dr. Maida expressed gratitude to the organizers of the 45th Kaduna International Trade Fair for providing a platform for engagement and collaboration. He encouraged participants to leverage the opportunities presented at the trade fair to deepen their commitment to sustaining economic recovery through the promotion of local content in the telecommunications sector.
