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MTN Nigeria Communications Plc has received regulatory approval from the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) to lease frequency spectrum from T2 Mobile Limited—formerly 9Mobile—in a strategic move designed to expand network capacity and advance digital inclusion across the country.
In a notice to the Nigerian Exchange Limited, the telecoms giant confirmed that the lease, effective October 1, 2025, covers 5 MHz Frequency Division Duplex (FDD) in the 900 MHz band and 15 MHz FDD in the 1800 MHz band. The agreement will run for an initial term of three years.
The arrangement underpins MTN Nigeria’s national roaming agreement with T2 Mobile, enabling the company to efficiently manage additional network traffic generated from T2’s customer base. The company noted that the deal underscores its commitment to industry collaboration, infrastructure sharing, and widening access to digital services.
Chief Executive Officer of MTN Nigeria, Karl Toriola, described the milestone as a key enabler of the company’s Ambition 2025 strategy, focused on delivering reliable, high-quality connectivity.
“This development reflects our unwavering commitment to providing world-class connectivity to Nigerians. Leveraging additional spectrum resources will significantly enhance our network capacity while promoting cost efficiency and environmental sustainability,” Toriola said.
He further highlighted that MTN is fostering a more collaborative telecoms ecosystem through partnerships with T2 Mobile and the onboarding of Mobile Virtual Network Operators (MVNOs), which he said will stimulate innovation and ensure long-term market sustainability.
Meanwhile, MTN disclosed it will not renew its one-year spectrum lease agreement with Natcom Development and Investment Ltd, due to expire on November 29, 2025. That arrangement currently covers 5 MHz FDD in the 900 MHz band and 10 MHz FDD in the 1800 MHz band across 17 states.
Reaffirming its commitment, the company said it will continue to invest in infrastructure and partnerships that drive innovation, expand digital access, and strengthen the quality of telecommunications services nationwide.
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