MTN Nigeria has announced an increase in its data plan prices, following the Nigerian Communications Commission’s (NCC) approval of a 50% hike in telecom service costs—the first increase in 11 years.
The decision to adjust data plan prices comes in response to rising operational costs that have been affecting telecom companies, prompting industry-wide price adjustments.
Here is the full list of the updated prices for MTN Nigeria’s data plans:
As of today, MTN is the only telecom provider to have raised its prices, but Airtel and Globacom are expected to follow suit. This follows the NCC’s approval of a 50% hike in the cost of calls, data, and SMS on January 20, marking the first such increase in a decade.
The hike is intended to enable telecom operators to continue investing in infrastructure and innovation, which will ultimately benefit consumers with better services and connectivity, including improved network quality, enhanced customer service, and expanded coverage.
