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The European vendors will face competition from Mavenir of the US and South Korea’s Samsung, which have been running pilot projects nascent technologies.
From OKORO CHINEDU in Lagos, NigeriaNigeria BureauLAGOS, (CAJ News) - THE number of active mobile numbers in Nigeria declined by 630 000 in March after operators disconnected clients that failed to link their subscriber identity module (SIM) cards with their national identity number (NIN). The data, the latest released by the Nigerian Communication Commission (NCC),
Officials said Vodafone Idea is seeking updates on technology advancements as it looks to deploy the latest equipment. Vendors are likely to be cautious and look to build safety clauses into contracts. Last year, vendors had refused to provide gear on credit to Vodafone Idea, which was struggling to pay for supplies provided under previous contracts.
Vodafone Idea has expedited talks with European vendors Nokia and Ericsson to upgrade its 4G network and purchase orders are likely to be issued in June-July, said executives aware of the details, adding that these may also include initial 5G deals.
Vodafone Idea rushes talks with Nokia, Ericsson for 4G upgrade. 5G orders expected after spectrum auction, elections. Telco focuses on network expansion and market share growth.