The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has organized a stakeholders’ meeting in Abuja to discuss the planned 100 percent tariff increase by telecommunications service providers.
Consumer advocacy organisations, telecom providers, and other interested parties will gather at the meeting, which is scheduled for Thursday at 2:00 pm, to talk about the possible price change and its effects on the industry.
The tariff increase proposal stems from growing operational costs faced by telecommunications companies, including security challenges, maintenance of infrastructure, and other operational issues. However, the NCC has yet to approve the proposed hike, which has sparked significant concern among consumers and advocacy groups.
Sola Ajulo, president of the Consumer Advocacy Foundation of Nigeria, confirmed the meeting and underscored its importance in shaping the future of telecom pricing in the country.
“A price increase is inevitable given the nation’s current economic challenges, but it must be carefully considered,” Ajulo stated. “A 100 per cent hike or even 40 per cent might be too burdensome for consumers. A phased increase with measurable conditions could be a more sustainable approach.”
The NCC, in line with its regulatory mandate, will oversee the discussions to ensure that any decision taken aligns with the principles of fairness and transparency.
The goal of the meeting, according to telecom users and industry experts, is to promote a balanced resolution that protects consumer interests while addressing the economic reality of telecom carriers.
