FG finally confirms Telcos' request for tariff hike on calls, data

  • The federal government of Nigeria has proposed that the incoming tariff hike will range between 30% and 60%
  • This proposal, according to Minister Bosun Tijani, would keep the services affordable for Nigerians while allowing the Telcos to make more money to stay afloat
  • Dr Tijani also assured Nigerians that there would be improved service delivery after the tariff hike takes effect

Legit.ng journalist Ruth Okwumbu-Imafidon has over a decade of experience in business reporting across digital and mainstream media.

The federal government has proposed raising telecom tariffs between 30% and 60% to maintain the stability of the vital telecommunications industry while keeping services affordable for Nigerians.