Airtel Nigeria, the country’s second-largest telecom provider, has revised its data and call tariffs, increasing prices by up to 50% in response to rising operational expenses. The new pricing structure, which took effect this week, was detailed on Airtel’s official website, though the company has yet to release a formal statement.
The adjustments come amid industry-wide concerns over inflation, foreign exchange fluctuations, and the escalating cost of network expansion. A senior Airtel executive confirmed the changes, stating, “Yes, we have updated data prices today, and they are available on our website. However, the increase is not up to 50%.”
Under the revised pricing, Airtel’s data plans now include:
₦50 for 40MB (valid for 1 day)
₦100 for 100MB (valid for 1 day)
₦200 for 200MB (valid for 3 days)
₦350 for 1GB (valid for 1 day)
₦500 for 2GB (valid for 2 days)
₦1500 for 5GB (valid for 7 days)
Similarly, MTN Nigeria, the nation’s largest telecom provider, has also adjusted its tariffs for data, calls, and SMS after receiving approval from the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC). The increases, implemented in the past week, mean customers now pay more for mobile services.
Telecom operators argue that these price adjustments are necessary to sustain service quality and network improvements. However, subscribers may experience a greater financial burden as the cost of communication continues to rise.
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