The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), says it is planning to deploy the 6G spectrum in Nigeria to expand access to Wi-Fi technology.
Aminu Maida, executive vice-chairman of NCC, spoke on Thursday on the efficient management and utilisation of spectrum resources at a consultative engagement forum on emerging technologies.
Tagged, ‘The Use of 6GHz (5925-7125) MHz for WiFi and IMT Applications in Nigeria’, the forum was held in Lagos to get stakeholders’ input and recommendations on how the new frequency can be used.
The NCC also said the forum, held annually, serves as a platform to get the support of stakeholders for its policies.
In his opening remarks, Maida, represented by Abraham Oshadami, executive commissioner of techincal services at the commission, said existing spectrums (5G and 2G) are becoming overcrowded, hence the need to introduce other frequency bands.
“The 6GHz band, spanning from 5925 MHz to 7125 MHz, offers a substantial increase in available…