The Board of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has expressed worry over the resurgence of call masking activities in telecommunications industry.
In a communique issues at its 110th meeting on September 9, 2026. received updates on strategic priorities, operational performance and market developments as part of the EVC/CEO Report.
The Board also considered key regulatory and industry matters affecting the telecommunications sector.
At the moment me of the meeting, the Board noted the report on the resurgence of call masking activities within the telecommunications industry and expressed concern over the implications for the integrity, security and orderly development of the telecommunications ecosystem.
The Board, consequently reiterated the Commission’s zero-tolerance position on call masking, which remains an unacceptable practice and a serious regulatory concern.
It noted that call masking undermines legitimate telecommunications operations, distorts industry revenues and constitutes an act of economic sabotage capable of adversely impacting the national economy.
“The Board reaffirmed the Commission’s resolve to collaborate with relevant security and law-enforcement agencies, as well as industry stakeholders, to identify, prevent and eliminate call masking activities,” Nnenna Ukoha, Director, Public Affairs, stated in the communique.
It resolved to secure the commitment of stakeholders to promote transparency in its operations and pursue regulatory actions that support network resilience, digital trust, inclusive connectivity, consumer protection, fair competition and the sustainable growth of Nigeria’s digital economy.
