The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has commenced a strategic overhaul of the country’s digital infrastructure, unveiling a draft Spectrum Roadmap for 2025–2030 and new regulatory frameworks for high-speed wireless services.
The initiative, which targets the 60 GHz and 6 GHz bands, is designed to facilitate the deployment of multi-gigabit wireless systems and the transition to Wi-Fi 6 technology, significantly enhancing internet speeds and capacity across the federation.
According to a public notice issued on Wednesday and signed by the Head of Public Affairs, Nnenna Ukoha, the Commission is seeking broad stakeholder engagement to ensure transparency in the development of these frameworks. The move aligns with the regulator’s mandate under the Nigerian Communications Act (NCA) 2003 to foster innovation and manage the nation’s frequency resources in a manner that supports the evolving needs of the telecommunications sector and the broader digital economy.
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The proposed guidelines for the 60 GHz band are expected to unlock short-range, high-capacity wireless applications, while the lower 6 GHz band allocation will provide the necessary spectrum for Wi-Fi 6, offering lower latency and higher data rates for homes and enterprises.
In compliance with Section 58 of the NCA 2003, the Commission has invited industry players, technology experts, and interested members of the public to a virtual inquiry scheduled for January 19 and 20, 2026. This consultative phase is intended to harvest diverse perspectives on the draft roadmap and technical guidelines before they are finalized and adopted as official regulatory instruments for the next five years.
The Executive Vice Chairman of the NCC, Dr. Aminu Maida, has consistently emphasized the importance of spectrum efficiency in driving “shared prosperity” and universal connectivity. By opening up these new bands, the Commission moves to reduce network congestion and provide a more resilient backbone for Nigeria’s telecommunications industry, which remains a primary contributor to the nation’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP). The virtual inquiry will take place from January 19 to 20, 2026.
