NCC Introduces *315# Device Checker to Curb Counterfeit Phones
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has introduced a Device Checker service that enables consumers to verify communication devices by dialling \*315#, as part of efforts to curb counterfeit and non-compliant phones on Nigerian mobile networks.
The Commission advised Nigerians to verify devices before making payments, particularly when purchasing second-hand phones, to avoid buying counterfeit or non-compliant devices.
According to the NCC, consumers can access the service by dialling *315# and following the prompts to check their devices.
Alternatively, users can visit the Commission’s official website at www.ncc.gov.ng/devicechecker to access the Device Checker service.
The initiative is aimed at helping consumers make informed purchasing decisions and supporting efforts to ensure that devices connected to Nigerian mobile networks comply with regulatory requirements.
NCC Introduces *315# Device Checker to Curb Counterfeit Phones