Twelve Nigerian states—including Zamfara, Katsina, Anambra, Kebbi, Nasarawa, Bauchi, Adamawa, Kaduna, Ekiti, Imo, Plateau, and Niger—have zeroed out Right‑of‑Way (RoW) fees to lure telecom investment. Yet despite this incentive, fibre rollout remains concentrated in Lagos, Edo, FCT, and Ogun—states that still charge fees but boast stronger demand, clearer policies, and denser urban markets.
Industry leaders caution that removing RoW charges is only the first step. True progress hinges on stimulating local demand, harmonizing regulations, streamlining permits, and building out middle‑mile networks to connect coastal landing stations with inland users.
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