In a recent viral video, an MTN senior staff member announced that all barred SIMs would be unblocked within the next 24 hours, following widespread frustration among subscribers.
MTN Nigeria acted on directives from the Nigeria Communications Commission (NCC) to disconnect telephone lines linked to Subscriber Identity Modules (SIMs) not associated with National Identification Numbers (NINs). This measure, set to take effect on July 31, 2024, caused significant inconvenience for many users.
On Monday, July 29, 2024, numerous subscribers gathered at MTN offices across the country, forming long queues and expressing their dissatisfaction. Some even threatened to initiate protests against poor governance from these locations.
The announcement of the SIMs being unblocked has been met with mixed reactions. While many Nigerians welcomed the news, others speculated that it might be a strategic move by the government to prevent the nationwide protest scheduled for today, July 29th.
