By Gabriel Ameh
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has invited industry stakeholders and members of the public to submit comments on two newly released draft regulatory frameworks designed to strengthen Nigeria’s communications ecosystem and accelerate the rollout of ultra-high-speed wireless connectivity over the next five years.
In a public notice issued pursuant to its statutory mandate under the Nigerian Communications Act (NCA), 2003, the Commission announced the publication of a Draft Spectrum Roadmap for the Communications Sector (2025–2030) and Draft Guidelines on the Use of the 60 GHz License-Exempt Band for Multi-Gigabit Wireless Systems.
The notice, dated December 19, 2025, and signed by the NCC’s Head of Public Affairs Department, Mrs. Nnenna Ukoha, confirmed that both documents have been uploaded to the Commission’s website for public access and review.
According to the NCC, the proposed five-year Spectrum Roadmap outlines the Commission’s strategic direction for spectrum planning, allocation, and management from 2025 to 2030. The roadmap aims to optimise spectrum utilisation, support the deployment of emerging technologies, expand broadband penetration, and ensure alignment with global best practices in the communications industry.
The Commission further explained that the draft guidelines on the use of the 60 GHz license-exempt band are intended to provide a clear regulatory framework for deploying high-capacity, short-range wireless systems capable of delivering multi-gigabit data speeds. The 60 GHz band is expected to be pivotal in enabling next-generation applications, including high-density urban broadband, fixed wireless access, enterprise connectivity, and wireless backhaul solutions.
Pursuant to Section 58 of the Nigerian Communications Act, 2003, the NCC has called on network operators, equipment manufacturers, consumer advocacy groups, industry stakeholders, and the general public to review the draft documents and submit comments or recommendations.
All submissions are to be sent electronically to ygibrahim@ncc.gov.ng, yabdulkadir@ncc.gov.ng, and jdavid@ncc.gov.ng no later than Friday, January 16, 2025.
The Commission emphasised that stakeholder input will be critical in refining the proposed frameworks to foster innovation, attract investment, enhance competition, and promote sustainable growth in Nigeria’s communications sector.
