The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has approved the disconnection of Exchange Telecommunications Ltd. from MTN Nigeria’s network due to unpaid interconnect charges. This decision was made after Exchange Telecommunications failed to settle its outstanding financial obligations, despite being given the opportunity to comment and state its case.
Key Points:
- Disconnection Timeline: The disconnection will take effect five days from the date of the notice, after which MTN will cease routing voice and data traffic through Exchange Telecommunications.
- Alternative Channels: MTN will utilize alternative channels for interconnection with other network service providers until the commission decides otherwise.
- Regulatory Framework: The disconnection is in accordance with Section 100 of the Nigerian Communications Act, 2003, and the Guidelines on Procedure for Granting Approval to Disconnect Telecommunications Operators, 2012.
Source: Vanguard
