In recent times, Nigerians have been raising a growing concern—one that affects daily life, business operations, education, and even governance. The cost of mobile data in the country has skyrocketed, yet its efficiency has plummeted. The same 20GB data that once lasted weeks now disappears within days, leaving citizens in distress while telecom providers continue to rake in massive profits. The suffering of Nigerians is reaching unbearable levels, and CSR Reporters is calling on the government, through its appropriate agencies, to urgently investigate this issue and take decisive action.
The situation is not just frustrating—it is an economic sabotage of the masses. In an era where internet access is as essential as electricity and water, Nigerians are being forced to spend more money for less service. Meanwhile, network providers continue to declare record-breaking profits, and their CEOs earn salaries that surpass those of their global counterparts, even in more stable economies. This stark contrast between consumer hardship and corporate affluence raises critical questions about fairness, transparency, and corporate responsibility in Nigeria’s telecom sector.
While Nigerians continue to groan under the weight of economic hardship, telecom companies are showing little empathy. Businesses that rely on internet connectivity struggle to keep their operations running, students taking online classes find their resources depleting too quickly, and individuals who need the internet for job applications or remote work are left stranded. It is unacceptable that, in a country with over 200 million people, digital access remains a source of suffering rather than a tool for economic empowerment.
This is a clarion call to the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) and other relevant regulatory bodies to step in immediately. We demand an independent and transparent audit of how data consumption is measured, how pricing is determined, and why Nigerians are not getting value for their money. The government must set up a task force to address the complaints of the people, ensuring that there is accountability in the telecom sector.
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Additionally, we call on telecom providers to recognize that Nigeria is in a precarious time. Responsible businesses should not exploit citizens but rather work in partnership with the government to ease the suffering of the masses. At a time when inflation is high, unemployment is rampant, and purchasing power is at an all-time low, no company should worsen the plight of Nigerians. Instead, telecom companies should be actively looking for ways to reduce costs, improve service quality, and demonstrate true corporate social responsibility.
Nigerians are tired of being shortchanged. If this issue is not addressed urgently, CSR Reporters and other stakeholders will mobilize to demand justice for the people. We will not stand by while millions of citizens are extorted under the guise of data services. The government must act now, and the telecom companies must do better. Enough is enough!
