Asukwo Oduo

SIM-swap fraud has been a persistent problem in Nigeria, and although numerous measures have been put in place to address it, the search for a viable solution continues. Between 2019 and 2023, Nigerians reportedly lost about ₦12.5 billion to telecom-related financial crimes, according to the Nigeria Communications Commission (NCC). These crimes are usually perpetrated through a combination of SIM-swap fraud and other social engineering practices.

In 2016, the Lagos State Government took a bold step to tackle youth unemployment, provide financial support, and create wealth for residents, which led to the establishment of the Lagos State Employment Trust Fund (LSETF) under the Ministry of Wealth, Creation, and Employment.

On Saturday, June 6th, 2026, MTN Nigeria gathered customers from diverse walks of life and across cities at its headquarters in Lagos for an event tagged Data on Trial. It was the telecommunications company’s way of interacting with subscribers, explaining its billing process and answering questions from unsatisfied customers. Before the event, Nigerians across social strata and on social media have repeatedly expressed their displeasure with the quality of service (QoS) on the MTN network.