Comedian Otaghware Onodjayeke, popularly known as IGoSave, has urged authorities to investigate Nigerian telecommunications companies over alleged exploitation through high data charges. His call comes in response to the recent increase in Internet tariffs by major service providers in the country. Speaking from the United Kingdom in a video shared on social media, the comedian … Read more
MTN Nigeria has bowed to public pressure and reversed its recent 200% increase in the price of its 15GB data bundle. The telecommunications giant had initially raised the price of the plan from N2,000 to N6,000, a move that sparked outrage among subscribers who rely on affordable internet access for work, education, and daily communication. … Read more
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) and telecommunications companies have confirmed that there will be no extension for banks to settle their outstanding Unstructured Supplementary Service Data (USSD) debts, leaving the lenders scrambling to meet the deadline set for the close of business on Monday. Initially, nine banks were in arrears, but by Friday, this number … Read more
The Grassroots Centre for Rights and Civic Orientation has strongly condemned the recent decision by the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) to approve a 50% increase in telecom tariffs. The organization argues that this hike, which was implemented without considering the severe economic struggles Nigerians are currently facing, is unjust and unfair. Armsfree Ajanaku, the Executive … Read more
The Association of Telecommunication Companies of Nigeria (ATCON) has expressed support for the Federal Government’s approval of an increase in call and data tariffs. The move also includes plans to invest in Nigeria’s telecom infrastructure. In a statement on Thursday, ATCON President Tony Emoekpere welcomed the tariff hike, calling it a necessary, though delayed, step. … Read more
The Minister of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy, Dr. Bosun Tijani, has confirmed that a telecom tariff hike is coming soon, with the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) set to announce a new directive. However, Tijani clarified that the increase will not be as high as 100%. The announcement followed a meeting with Mobile Network Operators … Read more
Nigerian mobile operators are ready to use the revenue from a proposed 100% tariff hike to revamp their network infrastructure. The move comes as the country’s telecom giants await government approval for the tariff increase. Under the agreement, the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) will oversee the investment in infrastructure upgrades and better service quality. MTN … Read more
Stakeholders in Nigeria’s telecommunications sector are optimistic about the potential for increased investments in 2025, following the relative stability observed in the forex market toward the end of 2024. Industry leaders believe that the worst of the volatility that plagued the market last year is over, and a more stable exchange rate will create a … Read more
Nigerian telecommunications companies have formally submitted a proposal to the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) for a 100% increase in their tariffs. This move comes in response to escalating operational costs, including inflation and higher service delivery expenses. MTN Nigeria’s CEO, Karl Toriola, shared the proposal during an interview with Arise TV on Thursday. He explained … Read more
MTN Nigeria has submitted a proposal to the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) requesting a 100% increase in its service tariffs, including call and data charges. The announcement was made by the company’s Chief Executive Officer, Karl Toriola, during an interview on Arise TV on Thursday. Toriola expressed doubts about the proposal’s approval, citing the sensitive … Read more