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Telecoms Warn: N10 Billion Losses from Cable Cuts

8/7/2025

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Telecommunications operators in Nigeria are sounding the alarm over rampant fibre optic cable cuts, leading to network disruptions and staggering economic losses of over N10 billion each year. The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) is calling for tighter regulations and improved collaboration among stakeholders. In response, Nigeria has initiated the Africa-BB-Maps project to boost broadband access and connectivity nationwide.

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Telecommunications operators in Nigeria are sounding the alarm over rampant fibre optic cable cuts, leading to network disruptions and staggering economic losses of over N10 billion each year. The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) is calling for tighter regulations and improved collaboration among stakeholders. In response, Nigeria has initiated the Africa-BB-Maps project to boost broadband access and connectivity nationwide.