By Nigerians React in Outrage as MTN Increases Data Cost for 15GB Weekly Plan from N2K to N6K
Ghazali Ibrahim
There has been widespread outrage among Nigerians following the sudden and unexpected increase in the cost of MTN’s 15GB weekly data plan, which has surged from N2,000 to N6,000.
The steep hike, which represents a whopping 200% increase in the price of the data plan, has left many users in shock and confusion, with no prior notice or explanation given to customers.
On various social media platforms especially X (formerly Twitter), netizens have taken to expressing their dissatisfaction with the move, questioning MTN’s rationale behind the drastic price adjustment.
Many users have criticized the company for its lack of communication and transparency, and some have vented frustration over the strain this will put on their finances.
One Twitter user, @gbolahan2211, voiced his anger, saying: “Imagine MTN @MTNNG increasing their tariff for 15GB overnight without prior notice to customers. This is no way to do things man. I even sent them a message, and they told me it’s because they want to serve me better. Damn!!”
Another user, @GIFTy6286, seemed less concerned but still skeptical: “If they like, they should increase it to 1m, we will survive.”
@AfrokonnectNG shared a shocking reaction saying, “This sudden price increase from ₦2,000 to ₦6,000 for 15GB is wild! How are people supposed to cope with such an outrageous hike? Internet access is essential for work, education, and staying connected, yet it’s being priced like a luxury.”
“At this rate, users may be forced to look for alternatives or reduce their data consumption drastically. MTN really needs to reconsider this move because it’s not sustainable for the average Nigerian.”
Meanwhile, @Gorilla23mp also commented, “But this is almost 200% increment, I thought they said it won’t be up to 100%?”
@nolifefahard expressed discontent with the price hike by sarcastically commenting, “Una Dey vote for capitalism na 🤣🤣🤣. We will learn the hard way.”
@damilarebellz, criticized other network providers in Nigeria for not matching MTN’s competition, saying: “Una see say @AirtelNigeria and @GloWorld are two oloriburuku and backward set of network providers… MTN will continue to do as they please with their tariffs and prices because they know these other two useless network providers can’t match them.”
