NIGERIANS FUME AS NCC APPROVES 50% TELECOM TARIFF HIKE

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has sparked outrage with its recent approval of a 50% hike in telecom tariffs. The decision has sent shockwaves throughout the country, with many Nigerians expressing concern over the significant increase in the cost of calls, data, and SMS.

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A CASE FOR THE COURTS

The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has taken up the mantle, challenging the NCC’s decision in court. SERAP argues that the tariff hike is arbitrary, unconstitutional, and unfair, and that it infringes on citizens’ freedom of expression and access to information.

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THE PEOPLE SPEAK OUT

Nigerians are not taking the news lying down. Many have taken to social media to express their outrage and disappointment over the tariff hike. “This is a clear case of exploitation,” said one Twitter user. “The NCC is out of touch with the reality of the average Nigerian.”

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A REPLY FROM THE NCC

The NCC has defended its decision, stating that the tariff hike is necessary to address the significant gap between operational costs and current tariffs. The commission claims that it has considered the concerns of consumers and has mandated telecom operators to implement the new tariffs transparently and fairly.