In response to recent disruptions caused by undersea cable cuts, the Nigerian government has announced plans to advocate for a review of international and regional laws to better protect undersea cables. Minister of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy, ‘Bosun Tijani, revealed this initiative in a statement posted on the social media platform X (formerly Twitter) on Sunday.

The disruption, which occurred offshore Cote D’Ivoire, has adversely affected telecommunications and digital transactions in Nigeria, Ghana, Cote D’Ivoire, Senegal, and other West African and East African countries. Telecommunications subscribers and bank users have experienced significant inconvenience since the incident was first reported on Thursday.

MainOne, a leading submarine cable company, has attributed the cable cut to various factors including fishing activities, anchoring in shallow waters, natural hazards, and equipment failure. The company estimates that repairs may take up to two weeks to complete.

Minister Tijani emphasized the importance of leveraging this incident to strengthen Nigeria’s digital economy by building resilience. He praised the efforts of MainOne and telecommunications companies in mitigating the impact of the disruptions.

Furthermore, Minister Tijani highlighted the need for international collaboration and legal frameworks to safeguard undersea cables from future disruptions. He pledged to engage with regional and global bodies to expedite efforts in this regard.

Assuring affected individuals and businesses, Minister Tijani affirmed that the Nigerian Communication Commission is actively working with relevant stakeholders to resolve the situation promptly.

Author: Deborah Oyinloye

With an interest in media, Deborah aims to impart the lives of people positively.

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