The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has approved a 50% tariff adjustment for Mobile Network Operators (MNOs) in response to rising operational costs.
In a statement issued on Monday in Abuja, Dr. Reuben Muoka, the NCC Director of Public Affairs, confirmed that the decision was made under Section 108 of the Nigerian Communications Act, 2003 (NCA), which empowers the Commission to regulate and approve tariff rates for telecommunications operators.
Muoka explained that the adjustment, capped at a maximum of 50% of current tariffs, takes into account the ongoing industry reforms aimed at ensuring long-term sustainability.
He also noted that while some network operators had requested adjustments exceeding 100%, the Commission’s decision reflected a balanced approach.
“These adjustments will remain within the tariff bands established in the 2013 NCC Cost Study. As is customary, requests will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis,” Muoka said.
“The adjustments will be implemented in strict adherence to the recently issued NCC Guidance on Tariff Simplification, 2024.”
Tariff rates have remained unchanged since 2013, despite the increasing costs of operations faced by telecom operators.
The approved adjustments are intended to bridge the gap between operational costs and current tariff rates, while ensuring that service quality for consumers is not compromised.
Source;(pmnewsnigeria)
