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Nigeria's Telecoms Face Crisis Amid Proposed 5% Tax

5/21/2025

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Nigeria's telecom industry is grappling with a proposed 5% excise tax that could weigh heavily on consumers and limit digital access. While data usage soars, major players like MTN and Airtel are reeling from substantial financial losses. A recent 35% tariff increase aims to ease these strains, yet worries about service quality and infrastructure remain unresolved.

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Story summary

Nigeria's telecom industry is grappling with a proposed 5% excise tax that could weigh heavily on consumers and limit digital access. While data usage soars, major players like MTN and Airtel are reeling from substantial financial losses. A recent 35% tariff increase aims to ease these strains, yet worries about service quality and infrastructure remain unresolved.