Telecoms Companies: SAN Raises Alarm Ahead Of August 1st Protest

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has been requested by human rights attorney; Ebun-Olu Adegboruwa, SAN, to look into claims made by telecommunications companies regarding the disconnection of subscribers.

The Senior Advocate of Nigeria said in a statement made public on Sunday that “for the past few days, some telecom companies have been disconnecting their subscribers for very flimsy and untenable reasons. Some allege a lack of NIN registration or linking while some didn’t give any reason at all.

“This action is coming on the heels of the proposed struggle of the people against hunger, poverty, suffering, and the suffocating economic policies of the Tinubu administration.

“From all indications, it would seem that the underlying target of the telecom companies is to limit the reach of their customers in order to restrict access and thus frustrate the protests.

“The contract between a telecom company and its subscribers is sacrosanct and should not be tampered with arbitrarily.

“Sufficient information and opportunity should be given for subscribers to remedy any alleged breach or error.

“So many telephone users deploy their numbers for their businesses and other lawful engagements, not to talk of those who may have medical and health-related emergencies.

“The NCC is urged to look into this and come to the rescue of the subscribers.”

Why is the Nigerian government restless about this protest? Why are they scared? Why are they looking for ways to sabotage the coming protest? These questions and more are what innocent Nigerians are asking.

Gentle Reminder: Be careful how you use your authority and influence, be wise, and treat others with respect.

Chychy Jonas