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What must the Commission consider before publishing information?
What must the Commission consider before publishing information?
- The financial interests of the government
- The popularity of the publication
- The historical significance of the information
- The commercial interests of the parties involved (correct)
In what forms must the Commission maintain the register?
In what forms must the Commission maintain the register?
- In physical form and electronic media (correct)
- Only in physical form
- Only in digital form
- In multiple languages
What can a person do after paying the necessary charge related to the register?
What can a person do after paying the necessary charge related to the register?
- Interact with the Commission's representatives
- Inspect the register and take copies or extracts (correct)
- Access classified documents related to the register
- Request amendments to the register contents
For what reasons can the Commission exclude parts of the material from the register?
For what reasons can the Commission exclude parts of the material from the register?
What does the Commission do regarding its various registers?
What does the Commission do regarding its various registers?
What is one of the functions of the National Frequency Management Council?
What is one of the functions of the National Frequency Management Council?
Which body is primarily responsible for the issuance of directions?
Which body is primarily responsible for the issuance of directions?
What is required before applying for an individual licence?
What is required before applying for an individual licence?
Which of the following describes the status of class licence de-registration?
Which of the following describes the status of class licence de-registration?
What occurs during the inquiry process?
What occurs during the inquiry process?
What governs the renewal of an individual licence?
What governs the renewal of an individual licence?
What is the focus of the Commission's regulatory review?
What is the focus of the Commission's regulatory review?
Which event requires the Commission to document its decisions?
Which event requires the Commission to document its decisions?
What must the Commission be satisfied of to hold a public inquiry on its own initiative?
What must the Commission be satisfied of to hold a public inquiry on its own initiative?
When is the Commission required to hold a public inquiry?
When is the Commission required to hold a public inquiry?
What period must the Commission allow for public submissions during an inquiry?
What period must the Commission allow for public submissions during an inquiry?
What may the Commission do if it chooses to hold multiple inquiries?
What may the Commission do if it chooses to hold multiple inquiries?
Which of the following is not required by the Commission to publish when holding an inquiry?
Which of the following is not required by the Commission to publish when holding an inquiry?
What is one of the powers of the Commission during an inquiry as stated in the Act?
What is one of the powers of the Commission during an inquiry as stated in the Act?
What type of inquiries can the Commission hold in response to a request?
What type of inquiries can the Commission hold in response to a request?
What discretion does the Commission have in regard to the publication of inquiry notices?
What discretion does the Commission have in regard to the publication of inquiry notices?
What is the minimum number of Commissioners required on the Board at any time?
What is the minimum number of Commissioners required on the Board at any time?
How many total members are on the Governing Board?
How many total members are on the Governing Board?
Who is responsible for appointing the members of the Governing Board?
Who is responsible for appointing the members of the Governing Board?
What roles do the Executive Commissioners have within the Board structure?
What roles do the Executive Commissioners have within the Board structure?
What powers must the Commission exercise in carrying out its functions?
What powers must the Commission exercise in carrying out its functions?
What is one of the main responsibilities of the Governing Board?
What is one of the main responsibilities of the Governing Board?
What is the role of the Chief Executive in the Board?
What is the role of the Chief Executive in the Board?
Which component of the Commission ensures non-discriminatory service delivery?
Which component of the Commission ensures non-discriminatory service delivery?
What is one reason the Commission may review existing rules, guidelines, and regulations?
What is one reason the Commission may review existing rules, guidelines, and regulations?
What must parties do before involving the Commission in a dispute?
What must parties do before involving the Commission in a dispute?
Under what condition can the Commission resolve a dispute?
Under what condition can the Commission resolve a dispute?
What role does the Commission have in terms of disputes as outlined in the provided content?
What role does the Commission have in terms of disputes as outlined in the provided content?
What can the Commission do upon receiving a written notification of a dispute?
What can the Commission do upon receiving a written notification of a dispute?
What can the Commission publish regarding the resolution of disputes?
What can the Commission publish regarding the resolution of disputes?
Which section outlines the procedures applicable for modifying or revoking regulations?
Which section outlines the procedures applicable for modifying or revoking regulations?
What type of undertaking may affect the resolution of a dispute?
What type of undertaking may affect the resolution of a dispute?
Study Notes
Minister's Role
- The Minister is responsible for formulating communication policy for the country.
- The Minister has a relationship with the Communications Commission, a regulatory body responsible for implementing the policy.
National Frequency Management Council
- The National Frequency Management Council (NFM Council) is established to manage the use of radio frequency spectrum in Nigeria.
- The NFM Council is made up of representatives from various government ministries and agencies.
- The Council is responsible for allocating radio frequencies to different licensees.
Licensing
- Licenses are required for the use of telecommunications services in Nigeria.
- Different types of licenses exist, including class and individual licenses, each with their own specific requirements and conditions.
- The Commission can issue directions to telecoms operators to ensure compliance with the law.
Commission's Powers and Procedures
- The Commission can hold inquiries on matters related to the administration of the communications law.
- Inquiries can be public or private and are conducted to gather information on specific issues.
- Powers to investigate and gather information for the purpose of administration are also provided in the law.
- A register of information is maintained by the Commission and is accessible to the public.
- The Commission has the power to make regulations, guidelines, and other instruments, which are subject to periodic review.
Dispute Resolution
- The Commission has powers to resolve disputes between parties subject to the communications law.
- Before involving the Commission, parties are encouraged to try to resolve their disputes through negotiation.
- The Commission can publish guidelines on how it will resolve disputes.
The Governing Board
- The Communications Commission has a Governing Board made up of nine Commissioners, including a Chairman, Chief Executive, Executive Commissioners and non-executive Commissioners.
- The President of Nigeria appoints the Commissioners.
First Schedule
- The First Schedule provides supplementary rules for the Governing Board, outlining its procedures and powers.
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This quiz explores the role of the Minister in formulating communication policy in Nigeria, the functions of the National Frequency Management Council, and licensing requirements for telecommunications services. Test your knowledge on the regulatory framework governing telecoms in Nigeria.
