Information Request Notice

Information Request Notice

What Is This Policy?

A regulatory instrument used by the NCC to formally request information from licensed operators and other industry stakeholders for regulatory, compliance, market analysis, and policy development purposes.

Who Does It Target?

Licensed telecommunications operators Internet service providers and VAS operators Industry associations and stakeholders NCC regulatory and enforcement staff

What Does It Aim to Achieve?

Ensure that the NCC has timely and accurate information needed to carry out its regulatory functions, monitor compliance, conduct market studies, and develop evidence-based policies.

Key Features

Scope: NCC may request technical, operational, financial, and statistical information from licensees Legal Basis: Authority derived from the Nigerian Communications Act and license conditions Confidentiality: Protections for commercially sensitive information submitted to the NCC Compliance Obligations: Licensees must respond to information requests within specified timelines Penalties: Non-compliance can result in regulatory sanctions

Current Status

Rollout Stage: Ongoing regulatory tool Coverage: All licensed operators and industry stakeholders Lead Agency: NCC Process: Notices are issued as needed for specific regulatory purposes

How to Access

Licensed operators receive information request notices directly from the NCC. Respond to NCC information requests within the stated deadline Mark confidential information appropriately in submissions Contact the NCC for clarification on scope or format requirements

Official Resources

Website: ncc.gov.ng Contact: Nigerian Communications Commission, Abuja

Legal Framework

Issued under the Nigerian Communications Act 2003, which empowers the NCC to request information from licensees for regulatory purposes. Derives authority from Section 70 of the NCA and the NCC's regulatory instruments, operating within the framework of the Freedom of Information Act 2011.