June 10, 2026
Telecom mast
…MTN blames fibre cuts, vandalism, community disputes for poor services
…Data finishes faster because smartphones are smarter, not because phones are stealing it —TECNO
By Juliet Umeh
For millions of Nigerians, poor telecom service has become more than an inconvenience. It is disrupting businesses, delaying emergency responses, frustrating financial transactions and fueling public anger over the rising cost of digital connectivity.
June 10, 2026
Telecom mast
…MTN blames fibre cuts, vandalism, community disputes for poor services
…Data finishes faster because smartphones are smarter, not because phones are stealing it —TECNO
By Juliet Umeh

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