NCC announces change to fixed lines numbering format | The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News

Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has announced new numbering format for fixed lines, in keeping with its responsibilities under the Nigerian Communications Act (NCA) 2003 to manage numbering resources,

Consequently, Fixed-Lines Numbering Format has changed from eight digits to 10 digits by just adding “02” prefix before existing fixed number.

From January 1, 2024, the new numbering format beginning with “02” prefix will be operational.

Thereafter (from January 1, 2024), the new fixed-lines format will assume full recognition across all networks.

“For example, in the new order, to dial the hitherto existing number, 09461700, please dial 02094617000

Lagos, Abuja, Port Harcourt and Kano’s current number format of 014630643, 094630643, 084460643 and 064460643, will now be 02014630643, 02094630643, 02084460643 and 02064460643 respectively in the new numbering format.”

There is no change to the existing mobile numbering format.