The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has announced a notable rise in the nation’s telecom indices, revealing that teledensity has grown to 79.65 percent, while broadband penetration has increased to 48.81 percent as of June 2024 — marking a 4.57 percent increase from the 44.24 percent recorded in March 2024.
Speaking during an interactive media session in Abuja, Dr. Aminu Maida, the Executive Vice Chairman and CEO of the NCC, attributed this surge in digital access to ongoing efforts by the Commission to drive inclusive connectivity and expand broadband infrastructure across the country.
“From March to June, Nigeria’s broadband penetration moved from 44.24% to 48.81%. That’s a 4.57% growth in just three months. This progress is significant and encouraging,” Dr. Maida said. “It shows that the investments we’ve been making — from policy implementation to infrastructure expansion — are beginning to yield tangible results.”
Teledensity, which measures the number of active telephone lines per 100 inhabitants, also showed resilience, rising steadily to 79.65 percent. This figure reflects improved access to mobile communication across Nigeria’s urban and rural landscapes.
According to the report, the Commission also disclosed that active broadband subscriptions have risen to over 92 million, a key contributor to the improved penetration rate. Total active telephone lines now stand at 223 million, with internet subscriptions crossing the 160 million mark.
This recent growth, according to industry watchers, indicates that Nigeria is regaining momentum after earlier disruptions, including the economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and regulatory challenges. In March 2024, the broadband penetration rate had dipped slightly, reflecting temporary stagnation before the rebound observed in Q2.
Dr. Maida reaffirmed the NCC’s commitment to achieving 70 percent broadband penetration by 2025, aligning with the federal government’s National Broadband Plan and President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, which prioritizes digital inclusion as a driver of economic transformation.
“As we accelerate toward our 2025 target, we’re not just chasing numbers,” Maida added. “We’re building a more inclusive and connected Nigeria — where digital opportunities are accessible to all, from cities to the most remote villages.”
Stakeholders across the tech and telecom ecosystem have lauded the latest figures, calling on the government to sustain support for infrastructure development, spectrum management, and rural connectivity projects to ensure long-term impact.
The NCC, in its forward-looking agenda, is expected to deepen collaboration with the private sector, enhance regulatory stability, and fast-track initiatives like fiber-optic rollout and 5G adoption — all in a bid to solidify Nigeria’s standing as one of Africa’s fastest-growing digital economies.
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