How Nigeria Social Media reacts to data hikes

Nigeria’s prepare to pay more for their data starting December 1, 2016.

With reports making the rounds about the increase of data with effect from December 1, 2016 social media has been abuzz. This has got many in Nigeria voicing their disappointment on the issue. Although there has not been an official statement from the Global System of Mobile telecommunications the rumour has sent the masses on panic mode.


The directive to increase data prices was given by the Nigeria Communication Commission and telecommunications company, MTN Nigeria sent out SMS’s to subscribers its subscribers confirming the news. Glo also sent a message to subscribers
The decision was taken by the Federal Government when it was discovered that Nigeria has the lowest data rates compared to other countries.

Many directing their frustrations to newly elected President Muhammadu Buhari. Users on twitter had this to say:

Do you support the NCC proposed increase in Data plans rates by carriers in Nigeria.

President @MBuhari needs to see this.

Vote & Retweet.

— Dr. Aminu Gamawa (@aminugamawa) November 30, 2016

What is @NGRSenate doing about this?@bukolasaraki #NoToDataHike https://t.co/iXelrfiRk7

— EiE Nigeria (@EiENigeria) November 30, 2016

#NoToDataHike: Call the Minister of Comms (Adebayo Shittu) and say NO!
08035868386, 08099213903.
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— EiE Nigeria (@EiENigeria) November 30, 2016

Totally uncalled for! It's now obvious this government is out to make Nigerians suffer for nothing. We deserve better #NoToDataHike

— K. U. (@KenUttih) November 30, 2016

Eventually, the Nigeria Senate intervene 

I have seen power of internet and how it serves to give a voice to voiceless, and a platform for millions to air their views. #NoToDataHike

— Bukola Saraki (@bukolasaraki) November 30, 2016