MTN Nigeria has etched its name in telecom history as the first in Sub-Saharan Africa to test a commercial 25Gbps full duplex microwave link on the E-band spectrum, partnering with Huawei to unlock ultra-high-speed 5G connectivity.
Conducted using 1000MHz in the 80GHz E-band, the breakthrough quadruples spectral efficiency over traditional systems, enabling simultaneous two-way data transmission that supports video streaming, AR, and low-latency apps. Chief Technical Officer Yahaya Ibrahim hailed it as a “game-changer,” affirming MTN’s lead in evolving network capabilities for Nigeria’s digital surge.
The tech promises up to 50Gbps via 2000MHz per link in full deployment, boosting capacity, quality, and market edge amid soaring data demands.
Source : www.nigeriacommunicationsweek.com.ng
