MTN Nigeria has reversed its 5G data plan 200 per cent tariff hike following an outcry from citizens.
The update comes after the telecommunications giant began implementation of a 200 per cent tariff hike for the 15G data bundle alongside other data plans on Tuesday.
The hike, which was made with backlash and criticisms on social media, is a breach of the 50 per cent telecom tariff hike approved by the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC).
Taking to its official X account on Thursday, the company issued an apology and called the move a mistake.
“To our 15G digital bundle lovers, you dey vex. We know.
“We know how upsetting it must have been to suddenly wake up to a 200 per cent increase on your favourite digital bundle.
“We could share several reasons and provide explanations, but omo, all that one na story. We don cast. We get it and admit it. Let’s just say na mistake.
“In this love season, don’t stay angry with us. Please forgive and forget. You matter die and we will never stop showing you how much,” it said in the post.
Credit: The Sun