The Nigeria Communication Commission (NCC) has directed telecommunication operators to shutdown their services across Zamfara state with effect from today, September 3rd, 2021.
The move the commission said is to help the security agents take actions that will help in addressing the security challenges in Zamfara State.
In a letter signed by Prof. Umar G. Danbatta, Executive Vice Chairman/CEO of NCC , a copy of which obtained by JOURNALIST101, the Commission said that the shutdown would be reviewed after two weeks.
“The pervading security situation in Zamfara state, has necessitated an immediate shut down of all telecommunications services in the state from today, September 03, 2021. This is to enable relevant security agencies cary out required activities towards addressing the security challenge in the state.
“In line with this requirement, Globacom is hereby directed to shut down all sites in Zamfara State and any site(s) in neighbouring state that could provide telecommunication services in Zamfara State.
“The site shutdown is for two 2 weeks(September 03- 17, 2021) in the first instance. Your urgent action in this regard is required,” the letter reads.
