The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has denied allegations of telephone “tracking” and “leakage” made against the Commission by some individuals and groups in the social and alternative media.
In a press statement issued by NCC’s Director of Public Affairs, Reuben Muoka, the Commission stated that it had been inundated with enquiries by the media on the matter.
“The Commission denies the allegations in their entirety,” the statement read.
“By the provisions of the Nigerian Communication Act (NCA) 2003 and other extant Laws of the Federation, the Commission does not and cannot ‘track’ nor ‘leak’ telephone conversations of anyone.”
The NCC went on to assure the public that it takes the allegations seriously and has reported them to relevant security agencies for proper investigation and necessary action.
The Commission also restated its commitment to discharging its responsibilities to the Nigerian people in accordance with the provisions of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, the NCA 2003, and other extant Laws of the Federation, as well as global best practices.
