Frequently Asked Questions on harmonised shortcodes - ITREALMS

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Q: What is the harmonisation of Shortcodes?
Ans: in succinct terms the harmonisation of shortcodes entails making the common
shortcodes utilised by customers to be uniform across all networks. 

For instance, the code for recharging a line can be used across all mobile networks for the same function.

ALTON: Harmonised shortcodes to run for one year before deactivation of codes - ITREALMS

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The Association of Licensed Telecoms Operators of Nigeria (ALTON) has revealed that just commenced harmonisation of short codes across all networks would last for a year, reports ITREALMS.

ALTON also said the harmonisation is in pursuant to a regulatory modernisation initiative by the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC).

Telcos commence harmonised shortcodes' implementation - ITREALMS

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The Association of Licensed Telecoms Operators of Nigeria (ALTON) has announced the commencement of harmonised short codes across all networks in pursuant to a regulatory modernisation initiative by the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), reports ITREALMS.

The harmonisation of shortcodes are aimed at implementing a streamlined process for common shortcodes across the industry, by making life easier for Nigerians through the memorisation of single codes, for various services across all networks as well as providing a cohesive regulatory framework that is consistent with global best practices.