The newly constituted Board of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has held an induction retreat in Uyo, Cross River State, to acquaint the members with the strategic priorities of the telecom industry regulatory commission in its sustained drive to enhance the performance of the rapidly evolving Nigeria’s digital economy.
The retreat, which was chaired by the NCC Chairman, Chief Idris Olorunnimbe, served as a platform for the NCC Board to engage with facilitators on issues central to regulatory oversight, governance, and the future trajectory of the telecommunications sector.
During one of the sessions, Mrs. Yetunde Akinloye led a detailed review of the Nigerian Communications Act (2003), to ensure that the newly appointed Board is fully in the know of the legal and regulatory framework governing the sector.
In his paper presentation session, Paul Usoro, SAN, spoke on effective board governance and oversight within a national telecommunications regulator, highlighting best practices to enhance accountability and strategic decision-making while a renowned scholar, Prof. Hyacinth Nwana, highlighted the international perspective, reflecting on global regulatory trends and the evolving role of telecom
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Similarly, another legal expert, Prof. Fabian Ajogwu, SAN, harped on the importance of corporate governance principles as a key underpinning to robust institutional performance.
The sessions mainly focused on strengthening governance, enhancing regulatory credibility, and sharpening outcomes for consumers, industry stakeholders, and the nation’s broader digital economy.
As expected, the new Board members actively engaged in brain-storming discussions aimed at ensuring that commission is positioned to proactively responsive to technological advancements, competitive pressures, and evolving consumer expectations.
The retreat concluded with a renewed commitment by the Board to uphold transparency, foster innovation, and reinforce the mandate of the Commission to facilitate a thriving, inclusive, and globally competitive digital economy in Nigeria.
