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MTN’s proposed Mafab deal sparks spectrum debate
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Talks over MTN Nigeria’s potential acquisition of Mafab Communications’ 5G spectrum are sparking debate over competition and investment in Nigeria’s mobile
- Talks over MTN Nigeria’s potential acquisition of Mafab Communications’ 5G spectrum are sparking debate over competition and investment in Nigeria’s mobile
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- MTN’s proposed Mafab deal sparks spectrum debate
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