MTN Nigeria has drastically increased the price of its 15GB data plan from ₦2,000 to ₦6,000, sparking outrage among customers. This comes shortly after reports emerged that the NCC has approved telecom tariff hikes, allowing service providers to increase prices to sustain operations.
NCC Approves 50% Tariff Hike For Telcos
While the development has raised concerns among Nigerians, the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has defended the decision, stating that the adjustments will enable telecom operators to continue investing in infrastructure and innovation. According to the NCC, these changes aim to enhance service delivery, improve network quality, expand coverage, and provide better customer support.The regulatory body also acknowledged the financial burden on Nigerian households and businesses, assuring the public that it remains empathetic to the economic challenges and will ensure that tariff increases are implemented fairly.
Nigerians react to the price increase
The development has fueled speculation that telecom companies are grappling with financial challenges, with rumors suggesting that some are in significant debt. Many Nigerians, already struggling with rising inflation and economic hardship, have expressed frustration over the sharp increase in data costs, calling for government intervention to regulate telecom pricing.
fee_gaa: “Make nothing sha do 600 for 2.5gb”
sshemex: “Make nothing do 500 for 2.5gb o”
kadibeautycraft: “The annoying thing is that, they make Internet expensive in Africa but very cheap and some countries have it free of charge .can our leaders wakeup for goodnesssake”
tunnyogunnowo: “15GB was 2k??? On MTN? That’s surprising”
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conclusion
As the situation unfolds, industry analysts predict that other telecom providers may follow suit, leading to a widespread surge in mobile data and call tariffs.
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