Whereas it has not officially made any statement, there are very strong indication that the telecoms regulator, the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) is likely to come up with a new telecoms tariff plan with will be seamless and easy to understand by every subscriber in the nearest future.
Otherwise, the commission is simplifying telecom services with the introduction of new tariff plans very soon. The revamped framework is designed to eliminate the complexity often associated with data and airtime usage, making it easier for consumers to manage their telecom needs.
A key feature of the new rules is the limit on offerings—telecom operators will be restricted to a maximum of seven tariff plans. This approach aims to enhance clarity, streamline choices, and ensure subscribers can navigate their options with ease. The initiative represents a transformative step toward transparency and user-friendly telecom services in Nigeria.
In response to growing complaints about rapid data depletion, the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has clarified that telecom companies are not solely to blame. According to the NCC, the type of smartphone users own significantly impacts data consumption rates.
To address this, the commission has launched a nationwide awareness campaign to educate consumers on selecting devices that align with their data usage needs. These efforts, combined with the upcoming streamlined tariff plans, aim to create a more transparent and consumer-focused telecom market in Nigeria, empowering users to make informed choices while enhancing their experience.
