The Nigerian Communications Commission, NCC, says Starlink,
a communication company, increased data tariff without approval.
The NCC said the satellite internet service provider had
unilaterally increased its data tariffs without obtaining the necessary
approval from the commission.
The Director, Public Affairs of NCC, Reuben Muoka, said this
in a statement on Tuesday in Abuja, noting that Starlink’s actions contravened
Sections 108 and 111 of the Nigerian Communications Act, NCA, 2003, as well as
its licence conditions.
He said, “The decision by Starlink to unilaterally review
its subscription packages upwards did not receive the approval of the Nigerian
Communications Commission (NCC).
“We were surprised that the company jumped the gun by
announcing price changes after filing a request to the Commission seeking
approval for price adjustment for which the Commission was yet to communicate a
decision.
“The action of the company appears to be a contravention of
Sections 108 and 111 of the Nigerian Communications Act (NCA) 2003, and
Starlink’s Licence Conditions regarding tariffs.
“The Commission will, therefore, take appropriate
enforcement measures against any action by a licensee that is capable of
eroding the regulatory stability of the telecommunications industry.”
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