Description

Communications 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…

Scope

Policy Area
Consumer protection
Policy Instrument
Non-discrimination requirement
Regulated Economic Activity
infrastructure provider: internet and telecom services
Implementation Level
national
Government Branch
executive
Government Body
other regulatory body

Complete timeline of this policy change

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2025-10-09
in consultation

On 9 October 2025, the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) opened a consultation on the Draft …

2025-10-31
processing consultation

On 31 October 2025, the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) closes the consultation on the Dra…

2026-02-13
adopted

On 13 February 2026, the Communications Commission adopted the Internet Code of Practice, including…

2026-05-15
in grace period

On 15 May 2026, the Internet Code of Practice, including non-discrimination requirements, enters in…

2026-08-13
in force

On 13 August 2026, the Internet Code of Practice, including non-discrimination requirements, enters…