The Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, Isa Ali Pantami
addressed viral disturbing rumors about 5G network in Nigeria that has
caused controversy on social media
In an interview on Channels Television’s News At 10 on Sunday April
5, the Minister said he is yet to see any research linking 5G network
with Coronavirus amid the discussion on the safety of the network.
Pantami dismissed speculations about the network and its safety, and
further stated that the government does not take decisions based on
online speculations.
He said;
“Firstly, it is not what is said online that government will work
with. We are always taking decisions based on the opinions of experts,
based on research.
“When it comes to health, we have (the) World Health Organisation and many health bodies.
“I just want you to bring out any research which they have conducted
and (in which they) made their position about 5G’s relationship with
COVID-19. I am yet to see anyone from the World Health Organisation.
“This is a body that accommodates our experts in health globally. We have ITU, the International Telecommunication Union.
“I just challenge you to let me know one expert or ITU as a body or
any other professional body that conducted research and also made it
public that this is the position.”
The Minister who revealed that the trial of the 5G network was
conducted in Nigeria in November 2019 after it was stalled for about two
months, said the government is expecting the recommendations from the
stakeholders before deciding whether or not to deploy the 5G network.
Pantami added;
“There is no approval for any operator to deploy 5G; this decision
will be taken after research and we are taking our time. Many countries
deployed 5g – the US, UK, Germany, South Korea, India, and many more.
“We are not in any way rushing; we are more interested in doing an
extensive investigation so that we will be able to come out with
something tangible.”
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