As Nigerian citizens brace themselves for the incoming telecom tariff hikes, the Minister of Communications and Digital Economy's assurance of enhanced service quality appears more as a superficial attempt to gloss over the potential financial burden on the average consumer. With the sector's preparations underway, many are left questioning whether these promised improvements will materialize or simply serve as a pretext for increasing corporate profits at the expense of the public.
Government's Promise on Improved Telecom Services: A Cloak for Tariff Increases
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Jan-21
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In the coming months, Nigerian telecom operators will be in the spotlight to ensure that the quality of service and consumer experience significantly improve as the sector prepares for a tariff hike, the Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, Bosun T…
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Jan-21
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In a bold move towards advancing Nigeria's digital economy, the upcoming telecom tariff hikes are a necessary step towards ensuring first-rate service delivery and consumer experience. According to the Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, this initiative is not only pivotal for the financial health of the telecom sector but is also indicative of the government's commitment to fostering a robust digital infrastructure. While naysayers focus on the costs, the long-term benefits for national development and global competitiveness are clear.
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