LAGOS – Starlink at the end of 2024 announced plans to im­plement a revised pricing structure.

This move follows an earlier attempt to adjust tariffs on Oc­tober 1, 2024, which faced sig­nificant backlash and regulato­ry scrutiny from the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC).

The NCC had raised concerns over Starlink’s unilateral deci­sion to increase subscription fees without prior regulatory approval.

Reuben Muoka, NCC’s Direc­tor of Public Affairs, noted that the October 2024 adjustment violated established protocols, prompting Starlink to suspend the changes temporarily.

The new monthly tariff struc­ture under the revised pricing models are: Residential sub­scription which increased from N38,000 to N75,000.

Mobile regional plan (Roam Unlimited) that was raised from N49,000 to N167,000 per month.

Mobile Global Roaming Ser­vice which is now priced at N717,000 monthly.

The revised tariffs mirror those proposed in the October 2024 announcement and follow proper regulatory channels, addressing concerns raised by NCC regarding unauthorised price modifications.

The structured implementa­tion allows immediate applica­tion for new subscribers while giving existing customers a tran­sition period until their next bill­ing cycle.

Starlink cites Nigeria’s infla­tion rates as the primary driver behind these adjustments.

In addition, this price ad­justment aligns with the NCC’s reported plans to approve new pricing frameworks for tele­communications operators, addressing long-standing tariff disputes.

The price restructuring could signal a broader industry shift as service providers adapt to increasing operational costs in Nigeria’s telecommunications sector.

This development may influ­ence how other providers ap­proach their pricing strategies in the market.