MTN Nigeria has increased the price of its 15GB data plan from ₦2,000 to ₦6,000, sparking outrage among customers. Many users are considering switching to alternative networks, while others demand telecom reforms. MTN has yet to confirm if the price hike is permanent or a temporary issue.
MTN Nigeria has significantly raised the price of its 15GB data plan from ₦2,000 to ₦6,000, a 200% increase that has left many subscribers frustrated. The sudden change has sparked widespread discussions, with customers expressing disbelief over the drastic price adjustment.
Reports of the new pricing surfaced online, with some users noting that the price remained unchanged on the MTN app, leading to speculation that it might be a glitch. However, others claimed they had already been charged the new ₦6,000 rate, fueling concerns about the affordability of internet access in Nigeria.
The increase has prompted many subscribers to consider switching to alternative networks, which reportedly still offer the same 15GB plan at ₦2,000. Some people have questioned why no Nigerian billionaire has stepped in to create a strong telecom competitor to challenge MTN’s dominance.
MTN has yet to issue an official statement confirming whether the price hike is permanent or a temporary issue. With concerns growing over the rising cost of data, many customers are awaiting clarification from the telecom provider.
The announcement of MTN’s data price increase has triggered a wave of reactions. Many people see the sudden hike as unfair, arguing that internet access is essential for work, education, and communication. Some have expressed frustration, stating that they will switch to alternative networks that still offer lower prices.
Others have responded with humor and sarcasm, questioning how they will afford the new price or joking about resorting to alternative means of communication. There have also been discussions about the lack of competition in Nigeria’s telecom industry and calls for the emergence of a new provider to challenge existing networks.
