The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has entered into a strategic partnership with Swedfund, Sweden’s Development Finance Institution, to enhance the security, reliability, and resilience of Nigeria’s fifth generation (5G) mobile networks.
The collaboration is anchored on a grant agreement designed to support the development of a risk-based cybersecurity framework that ensures Nigeria’s 5G and future network systems are designed, deployed, and operated securely.
As Nigeria continues to scale its 5G infrastructure—offering faster speeds, lower latency, and support for millions of connected devices—the NCC emphasized that maintaining security and public trust remains a top priority. The initiative seeks to safeguard national interests while reinforcing confidence in the country’s expanding digital ecosystem.
The partnership will also support key sectors such as energy, healthcare, transport, and education, enabling safer and more reliable connectivity across critical national infrastructure.
By working with Swedfund, the NCC aims to align Nigeria’s digital transformation with global best practices, advancing the country’s ambition to build a secure, inclusive, and innovative digital economy.
