Telecommunications operator,T2, has raised the alarm over what it described as a surge of deliberate misinformation circulating online about its operational structure and its relationship with IHS Towers.
The company said it had become necessary to address the matter publicly following the activities of what it called “pseudo-analysts operating without any credible industry knowledge, grossly misrepresenting how telecommunications networks function and deliberately distorting the facts for attention and engagement,” it noted.
T2 stressed that, contrary to narratives trending across social media platforms, its service delivery model is not dependent on IHS infrastructure.
It explained that commentators pushing such claims were either ignoring or entirely unaware of the fundamental workings of National Roaming, a framework approved by the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) that allows operators to seamlessly leverage partner networks to ensure complete coverage without reliance on their own base stations.
The firm described insinuations that it faces operational risks or any threat of service disruption owing to IHS-related developments as technically false, uninformed, and recklessly misleading. Just as such commentary “creates a false impression of instability, misleading the public and mischaracterising industry dynamics.”
According to the telecom operator, the persistent spread of such narratives indicated something beyond ignorance.
“It is evident that these distortions go beyond mere misunderstanding. The consistent inaccuracies and sensationalist framing suggest malicious intent, aiming to sow confusion rather than provide genuine analysis.
“Self-proclaimed analysts should be held to a standard of accuracy, yet they’re publishing content without grasping telecom operations, National Roaming, or infrastructure sharing implications,” it said.
Meanwhile, T2 maintained that it “rejects these misrepresentations in their entirety, with its operations remaining fully stable, fully supported, and entirely aligned with established industry models.”
It added “The attempt to link T2’s operational integrity to IHS-related narratives is nothing more than manufactured disinformation.”
Additionally, the operator urged subscribers and the general public to disregard false claims and rely solely on verified information.
“We urge the public and our stakeholders to disregard these false claims and rely exclusively on official communication from T2 or recognised industry authorities,” the firm noted. At the same time, reaffirming its commitment to transparency and accurate, technically verified information.
The mobile firm, reiterating its long-term ambition, said, “It remained committed to its vision of being a leading digital lifestyle partner, delivering world-class connectivity that empowers Nigerians to achieve their ambitions”
