LEGIT
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has refuted claims that it has approved increased tariffs for data and voice calls.
Reports emerged that the commission has approved tariff increases for MTN, Airtel, Glo, and other telecom companies.
The report added that the new increase will see Nigerians pay more for telecom services.
NCC denies approving any increase
In a statement released on its official X handle, the NCC expressly denied that the regulator had given the green light for network operators to increase their tariffs.
The statement reads
“The NCC has neither approved any new Telecom Tariff Plans nor a hike as reported online. The public is advised to disregard these claims.
“The NCC has issued a directive for all operators to simplify their current tariff plans in a transparent and fair manner for consumers.”
Also, Legit.ng spoke to Gbenga Adebayo, the Chairman of the Association of Licensed Telecommunications Operators of Nigeria (ALTON), and he denied such approval.
His words:
“Telcos have not been granted any approval for tarrif review.”
