Nigeria, July 1 -- Speaking virtually on Tuesday at the Association of Telecommunications Companies of Nigeria (ATCON) Critical Conversation Forum on FTTH in Lagos, the Executive Vice Chairman of the NCC, Dr. Aminu Maida, said robust digital infrastructure had become indispensable for national development.

The forum, themed "Addressing Challenges, Strengthening Standards and Ensuring Sustainable FTTH Deployment in Nigeria," brought together key industry stakeholders to discuss strategies for expanding broadband access across the country.

Maida said internet connectivity now underpins education, healthcare, commerce, governance, financial services and innovation, making resilient fiber infrastructure a national priority.

He disclosed t...