The Association of Licensed Telecommunications Operators of Nigeria (ALTON) has announced plan to host its first-ever Telecoms Industry Compliance Management Forum (CMF), a landmark initiative aimed at deepening the culture of compliance and strengthening industry self-regulation in Nigeria’s digital economy.
The Forum, endorsed by the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), will convene leading stakeholders, regulators, and policy institutions to explore practical strategies for embedding compliance and governance as core values for sustainable business practices.
Mr. Taiwo Oyedele, chairman of the Presidential Committee on Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms, will deliver the inaugural keynote address titled: “Tax Compliance and the Business of Service Quality under the 2025 Fiscal Policy Framework.”
Dr. Aminu Maida, the executive vice chairman of Nigeria Communications Commission (NCC) will deliver a Welcome Address on the topic: “Compliance, Governance, and Quality of Experience: Building Trust and Service Excellence in Nigeria’s Digital Economy.”
The Forum will also host key Agency Leaders, including Dr, Zacch Adedeji, executive chairman, Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS); Dr. Olatunji Bello, chief executive officer / executive vice-chairman, Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC); Dr Vincent Olatunji (National Commissioner & CEO) Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) and the Special Adviser to the President on Policy Coordination, Hajia Hadiza Bala Usman (Special Adviser to the President on Policy & Coordination). Amongst other dignitaries expected.
Speaking on the significance of the event, ALTON Chairman, Engr. Gbenga Adebayo, stated:
“This Forum represents an industry-first effort to institutionalize compliance as a shared responsibility. It underscores our strong support for the Federal Government’s fiscal reform agenda and our commitment to align with Mr. President’s economic re-engineering and critical systemic reforms. The year 2026 will be pivotal for the telecommunications sector as fiscal reforms take full effect, and this engagement provides an opportunity to gain clarity and deepen our understanding of these changes.”
‘We commend the Federal Government for the ongoing fiscal and tax reforms under the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, noting that these reforms are addressing the long-standing challenge of multiple taxation in the telecoms sector. For many years, the industry faced over 50 different taxes and levies across Federal, State, and Local Government levels—posing severe operational burdens and affecting the quality of services delivered to consumers. The new tax policy direction of the Government is a bold and welcome intervention. “It simplifies compliance, promotes equity, and creates a more predictable operating environment for our industry. We sincerely appreciate this decisive effort.” – Adebayo said.
The CMF will focus on compliance, governance, and fiscal responsibility as key drivers of improved service quality and customer experience.
It will also serve as a platform for dialogue between operators and government agencies to strengthen trust and accountability.
The event is scheduled for Tuesday, 25th November 2025 in Lagos.
