Nigerians have been hit with a shocking increase in MTN data tariffs, with some plans witnessing a 200% price hike despite the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) earlier approving a 50% cap on tariff increases.
A viral screenshot from the MTN app has revealed that the 15GB Weekly Plan, which previously cost ₦2,000, is now priced at ₦6,000. This represents a threefold increase, sparking public outrage online.
The post, shared on social media, has garnered 75.4K views, 156 reposts, 117 quote tweets, and 1,003 likes, highlighting widespread dissatisfaction with the sudden price surge.
MTN had previously justified tariff adjustments by citing rising operational costs, inflation, and increased energy expenses. However, the new pricing raises concerns about whether the telecom giant has exceeded regulatory limits set by the NCC.
As of now, neither MTN nor the NCC has issued an official statement addressing this drastic price increase. Nigerians are calling for transparency and regulatory intervention to prevent what they see as exploitative pricing in an already struggling economy.
Stay tuned for further updates as this story develops.
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