Starlink Raises Subscription Prices Again in Nigeria

• Starlink announced a price increase for Nigerian customers, with new rates of ₦75,000 for standard service and ₦717,000 for global roaming
• The price hike, effective immediately for new subscribers and from January 27, 2025, for existing users, aims to improve network infrastructure

Starlink, the satellite internet service owned by Elon Musk, has announced a fresh increase in subscription prices for its Nigerian customers.

The new pricing structure takes effect immediately for new subscribers, while existing users will face the hike starting January 27, 2025.

The company explained that the adjustments are meant to fund network improvements and maintain the delivery of reliable, high-speed internet across Nigeria.

In an email to subscribers on Friday, Starlink outlined the updated pricing:

• Standard (Residential): ₦75,000 per month
• Mobile – Regional (Roam Unlimited): ₦167,000 per month
• Mobile Global (Global Roam): ₦717,000 per month

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

Starlink also reassured customers of their flexibility to cancel subscriptions if they find the service no longer meets their needs.

This marks the second major price adjustment in Nigeria within the year. In September, Starlink nearly doubled its standard subscription fee, increasing it from ₦38,000 to ₦75,000, citing inflation as the reason.

That move sparked regulatory scrutiny, with the Nigerian Communications Commission initially threatening sanctions before stepping back from enforcement.

Starlink launched in Nigeria in December 2022, making the country its first African market. While praised for extending internet access to underserved and remote areas, the service has faced criticism for its high pricing, which many Nigerians find unaffordable.

The latest hike comes at a time when Nigeria is grappling with a tough economic climate. Many have raised concerns about the accessibility and sustainability of Starlink’s services for the average consumer, despite the company’s emphasis on infrastructure investment.

The question remains whether the premium pricing aligns with the realities of Nigeria’s market, where affordability is a key factor in technology adoption.