The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has announced MTN Nigeria Communications Plc, Airtel Networks Ltd and Mafab Communications Ltd., as approved bidders of the forthcoming 3.5 gigahertz (Ghz) spectrum auction.
This was disclosed by NCC spokesperson, Dr Ikechukwu Adinde, in a statement in Abuja on Thursday.
Adinde said the license was for the deployment of Fifth generation (5G) networks in the country.
He said the qualified bidders met the criteria for participation in the licensing process of 3.5Ghz spectrum, including payment of the stipulated Intention to Bid Deposit (IBD) as outlined in the Information Memorandum (IM).
The mock auction was scheduled for December 10, while the main auction will hold on December 13, both in Abuja, he said.
