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Starlink increases internet prices for Nigerians from January

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Starlink, Elon Musk’s satellite internet service, has announced an increase in its monthly subscription prices across Nigeria, effective immediately for new customers and starting January 27, 2025, for existing users.

Tribune Online reports that Nigeria became the first African country to receive the satellite-based internet service when Starlink commenced operations in the country in January 2023.

In an email to its subscribers on Friday, the company stated that the price adjustments are necessary to enhance its network infrastructure and maintain the delivery of high-quality internet service across the country.

The new pricing structure is as follows: Standard (Residential) N75,000, Mobile – Regional (Roam Unlimited) N167,000, and Mobile – Global (Global Roam) N717,000.

“These changes reflect our commitment to investing in the infrastructure needed to support and improve your experience with Starlink,” the company said.

The operator added that subscribers who no longer wish to continue with the service were informed of the option to cancel their subscription at any time.

In September, Starlink attempted a price hike that saw a 97 per cent increase, from N38,000 to N75,000 monthly. At the time, the company cited inflation as the reason for the adjustment.

However, the Nigerian Communications Commission initially announced that it would sanction Starlink for this unauthorized increase, only to later retract the statement, leading to confusion over regulatory approval.

Amid the backlash, Starlink temporarily suspended the price hike and promised credits to affected customers while navigating these regulatory challenges.

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