Nigeria: Non-discrimination requirements in Internet Code of Practice 2025
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Internet Code of Practice, including non-discrimination requirements, enters into force
On 13 August 2026, the Internet Code of Practice, including non-discrimination requirements, enters into force. The Code requires internet access service providers to treat all lawful traffic within the same service category equally and must not dis…
SourceInternet Code of Practice, including non-discrimination requirements, enters into force with grace period
On 15 May 2026, the Internet Code of Practice, including non-discrimination requirements, enters into force with grace period. The Code requires internet access service providers to treat all lawful traffic within the same service category equally a…
SourceCommunications Commission adopted Internet Code of Practice, including non-discrimination requirements
On 13 February 2026, the Communications Commission adopted the Internet Code of Practice, including non-discrimination requirements. The Code requires internet access service providers to treat all lawful traffic within the same service category equ…
SourceCommunications Commission closes consultation on Draft Internet Code of Practice 2025 including non-discrimination requirements
On 31 October 2025, the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) closes the consultation on the Draft Internet Code of Practice. The draft amends the Internet Code of Practice of 2019. The Code requires internet access service providers to treat all…
SourceCommunications Commission opened consultation on Draft Internet Code of Practice 2025 including non-discrimination requirements
On 9 October 2025, the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) opened a consultation on the Draft Internet Code of Practice (as amended) until 31 October 2025. The draft amends the Internet Code of Practice of 2019. The Code requires internet acces…
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