By Rédaction Africa Links 24 with Guardian Nigeria
Published on 2024-01-18 10:20:54
Former Senator of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Senator Ben Murray-Bruce, has expressed his appreciation for President Bola Tinubu’s intervention in the disconnection feud between MTN Nigeria and Globacom. Senator Bruce believes that the president’s involvement has resulted in a beneficial outcome not only for the two telecom companies but also for Nigeria as a whole.
The feud between MTN Nigeria and Globacom arose due to a long-standing interconnection debt dispute. The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) had initially approved MTN’s phased disconnection of Globacom, prompting concerns about the potential impact on consumers and the national telecoms network in Nigeria.
In response to the situation, President Tinubu stepped in and provided both parties with a 21-day grace period to resolve the matter. This ultimately led to an agreement between MTN and Globacom to resolve their differences amicably, much to the satisfaction of Senator Murray-Bruce.
In a statement, Senator Murray-Bruce commended President Tinubu for his proactive approach, stating that the resolution is evidence of having a business-minded leader in Aso Rock. He emphasized that the ease of doing business in Nigeria has been further improved as a result of this resolution, and he believes that the country’s economy will benefit more from cooperation than from confrontation.
Murray-Bruce specifically highlighted the importance of the 21-day grace period provided by President Tinubu, emphasizing that this mindset will contribute to an improved business environment in Nigeria. He expressed his satisfaction with the Nigeria-first initiative, noting that it marks a shift from battleground to common ground. He congratulated both MTN Nigeria and Globacom, expressing optimism for better interconnectivity between the two companies in the future.
In conclusion, Senator Ben Murray-Bruce’s positive reaction to the resolution of the disconnection feud between MTN Nigeria and Globacom reflects the belief that President Bola Tinubu’s efforts will have a beneficial impact on the Nigerian economy and the telecommunications sector as a whole.
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