NCC Enforces Disconnection of Exchange Telecommunications from MTN Nigeria

Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has announced its approval for the disconnection of Exchange Telecommunications Limited from MTN Nigeria Communications Limited due to unpaid interconnect charges.

This decisive move follows Exchange’s failure to settle outstanding financial obligations, prompting regulatory action to maintain industry integrity.

The NCC assures the public that this decision aligns with its mandate to enforce compliance and uphold fair practices within Nigeria’s telecommunications sector.

In a public notice signed by the Commission’s Director Public Affairs, Reuben Muoka, it revealed that Exchange Telecommunications Limited was duly notified of MTN Nigeria’s disconnection application and given the opportunity to present its case.

After a thorough review of the application and the circumstances surrounding the unpaid interconnect charges, the NCC determined that Exchange had no valid justification for the non-payment.

This decision reinforces the Commission’s commitment to ensuring accountability and financial discipline within the telecommunications sector.

It states as follows….

The public is, therefore, requested to TAKE NOTICE that:

1. The Commission has approved the Disconnection of Exchange to MTN in accordance with Section 100 of the Nigerian Communications Act, 2003 and the

Guidelines on Procedure for Granting Approval to Disconnect
Telecommunications Operators, 2012.

2. At the expiration of 5 (Five) days from the date of this notice, MTN will discontinue passing voice and data traffic through Exchange and will, thereafter, utilise alternative channels in interconnecting with other Network Service providers.

Please note that this disconnection will subsist until otherwise determined by the Commission. The notice was Dated this Day, Friday, 27th December, 2024