9mobile supports NCC’s 50% tariff hike, pledges improved connectivity

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9mobile has lauded the Federal Government and the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) for approving a 50% tariff adjustment.

This initiative aims to tackle critical challenges in the telecom sector and ensure the industry’s long-term sustainability.

The tariff adjustment, following extensive consultations, is seen as a balanced response to rising operational costs caused by inflation, soaring energy prices, and a currency devaluation of over 300%.

While operators had initially sought a 100% tariff increase, the NCC’s decision reflects a commitment to balancing affordability for consumers with the need for industry stability.

9mobile’s Chief Executive Officer, Obafemi Banigbe, praised the move as a lifeline for the sector. “This adjustment is timely and essential for maintaining service quality,” Banigbe remarked.