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<\/figure>\nMTN Nigeria Communications Plc has announced the execution of a national roaming agreement with Emerging Markets Telecommunications Services Limited (9Mobile), a move that signals a major milestone in Nigeria\u2019s telecommunications landscape.<\/strong><\/p>\n The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), the industry\u2019s regulatory authority, has approved the three-year deal, which allows 9Mobile subscribers to roam seamlessly on MTN Nigeria\u2019s extensive network infrastructure across the country.<\/p>\n The agreement, effective immediately, will significantly enhance connectivity and user experience for 9Mobile customers, particularly in areas where its network coverage is limited.<\/p>\n By leveraging MTN\u2019s expansive infrastructure, 9Mobile can now offer improved service reach and reliability, without duplicating capital-intensive investments in network deployment.<\/p>\n In a notice to the Nigerian Exchange Limited and the investing public, MTN Nigeria described the arrangement as a strategic collaboration that underscores its leadership in fostering innovation, industry cooperation, and operational efficiency.<\/p>\n The company emphasized that the initiative aligns with the NCC\u2019s broader objective of promoting infrastructure sharing to improve telecommunications services nationwide.<\/p>\n \u201cThis agreement represents a significant step in our commitment to driving industry collaboration, improving customer experience, and supporting the NCC\u2019s vision of a fully connected Nigeria,\u201d said Chief Executive Officer of MTN Nigeria, Karl Toriola.<\/p>\n \u201cDelivering the scale required for telecommunications services in Nigeria requires strong collaboration between the private sector, public sector, and long-term investors. This agreement demonstrates what we can achieve when we collaborate, and we are delighted to announce it today after months of groundwork.\u201d<\/p>\n The national roaming deal enables subscribers from 9Mobile to access voice and data services through MTN\u2019s network in areas where the former lacks adequate coverage. This marks the first such large-scale, cross-network roaming arrangement between two major operators in Nigeria, setting a precedent for future cooperative efforts in the telecom industry.<\/p>\n MTN Nigeria highlighted that the agreement contributes to more effective use of telecommunications resources, reduces infrastructure duplication, and accelerates the expansion of mobile broadband access across underserved regions.<\/p>\n It also supports both operators\u2019 sustainability objectives by maximizing existing investments and reducing the environmental impact of deploying overlapping network facilities.<\/p>\n \u201cThis strategic collaboration is yet another first in the country by MTN Nigeria and marks a significant milestone for the sustainability of the telecommunications industry,\u201d the company stated.<\/p>\n \u201cBy enabling national roaming, MTN Nigeria is contributing to a more effective use of telecommunications resources and accelerating efforts to expand connectivity across the country.\u201d<\/p>\n The agreement is expected to benefit not just subscribers and operators but also regulators and investors who have consistently advocated for policies that promote shared infrastructure and efficient capital utilization in Nigeria\u2019s digital economy.<\/p>\n The Company Secretary of MTN Nigeria, Uto Ukpanah, affirmed the company\u2019s ongoing dedication to initiatives that create shared value. \u201cMTN remains committed to fostering innovation and partnerships that create sustainable value for all stakeholders while promoting digital and financial inclusion nationwide,\u201d she noted.<\/p>\n With the successful rollout of this agreement, the telecoms industry is expected to see improved service delivery and expanded access to quality mobile services, especially in rural and semi-urban communities. The collaboration sets a benchmark for future inter-operator partnerships and reinforces the importance of regulatory support in advancing national connectivity goals.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n