Telecom giant MTN Nigeria has increased the price of its 15GB data plan from ₦2,000 to ₦6,000, just days after Airtel raised its own data rates. In a move that has sparked widespread concern, MTN has also disabled SME data services and the data gifting feature, leaving many subscribers frustrated.
The abrupt price hike has sent shockwaves across Nigeria, as users struggle to adjust to the new costs. Small business owners who rely on MTN’s SME data plans now face additional challenges, while the suspension of the data gifting feature limits users’ ability to share data with friends and family.
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Many believe the increases are driven by rising operational costs, inflation, and growing demand for digital connectivity. However, subscribers are calling for better transparency and improved service quality to justify the new pricing structure.
What This Means for You
15GB now costs ₦6,000 instead of ₦2,000.
SME data services are down, affecting businesses.
Data gifting is disabled, limiting user flexibility.
As frustration grows, will other networks follow suit? Stay tuned for updates.
