Sowore challenges MTN CEO over unlimited data claim
Omoyele Sowore, activist and presidential candidate for the African Action Congress, has openly criticized Karl Toriola, CEO of MTN Nigeria, for claiming that unlimited mobile data plans are not available globally at affordable prices. Sowore described the assertion as false and misleading, arguing that many consumers worldwide enjoy affordable unlimited data. He has consistently spoken out against high data prices and poor service quality in Nigeria. Sowore also hinted at a possible nationwide protest against MTN.
What we know
- Karl Toriola stated at a press conference in Lagos that unlimited data plans are not feasible on mobile networks except at very high prices.
- Omoyele Sowore responded on X, calling the claim false and insisting that millions globally have access to affordable unlimited data.
- Sowore accused telecom operators of offering poor service and hinted at a protest with the hashtag #OCCUPYMTN.
- The Nigerian Communications Commission recently approved up to 50% increases in telecom tariffs, citing economic challenges.
- Critics argue that other countries offer better and more affordable data plans compared to what Nigerians receive.
