The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) said it has reported the allegations of telephone “tracking” and “leakage” made against it to the relevant security agencies for proper investigation and necessary action.
In a statement the Commission issued and signed by Reuben Mouka, Director of Public Affairs, NCC denied the allegations in their entirety, adding that 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 Nigerian Communications Commission has been inundated with inquiries by the media on allegations of telephone “tracking” and “leakage” made against the Commission by some individuals and groups in the social and alternative Media.
The Commission wishes to make the following clarifications:
- The Commission denies the allegations in their entirety.
- 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 Commission restates its commitment to discharge 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; and global best practices.
For the avoidance of doubt, the Commission denies these allegations and advises the public to disregard them,” it said.