ATCON, ATCIS call for fair competition, accountability amid Starlink’s price hike

Oct. 8, 2024 - Vanguard

This follows the Nigerian Communications Commission’s (NCC) decision to sanction Starlink for implementing unapproved subscription price increases. “Starlink’s decision to raise prices without regulatory approval puts local operators at a disadvantage,” Emoekpere said.

ATCIS Condemns Starlink’s 97% Price Hike, Calls for Government InvestigationIn a related development, the Association of Telephone, Cable TV, and Internet Subscribers of Nigeria (ATCIS) has strongly condemned Starlink’s recent 97% price hike for its internet services. Starlink’s price hike, which took effect in early October, is not in the interest of Nigerian subscribers who are already grappling with inflation and economic hardship,” he stated.

“Local operators face more rigorous regulatory scrutiny, yet Starlink, with no local footprint, operates at an advantage...