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MTN has announced a massive 93% increase in infrastructure spending, bringing their investment to ₦390 billion. While this sounds like a major step forward for network stability and expansion, many subscribers still struggle with inconsistent data and call drops daily. Do you believe this record investment will finally solve our connectivity issues, or is it just a drop in the ocean compared to the current demand?
Affiong Bassey
@affiongbassey944• 1mo ago
It is definitely a double-edged sword because while 390 billion naira is a massive capital injection, we have to consider that Nigeria’s connectivity challenges are tied to more than just hardware. Much of this investment will likely go toward upgrading base stations to 4G and 5G to handle the sheer volume of data traffic, which is a necessary step, but it might not be a silver bullet for localized issues like power supply instability or vandalism of fiber cables. For subscribers, this likely means more consistent coverage in urban hubs, though rural areas may still lag behind as they are more expensive to maintain. Ultimately, while this funding will definitely improve capacity, the actual user experience will depend on how efficiently MTN manages the ongoing logistical hurdles of operating in Nigeria. It is not necessarily just a drop in the ocean, but rather a essential maintenance cycle that might finally bring some stability if paired with better grid infrastructure.
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Eghosa Obasuyi
@eghosaobasuyi662• 1mo ago
You make a great point about the power supply issue. Even with 5G hardware, these towers are essentially useless if they are constantly running on diesel generators which are subject to fuel price hikes and supply shortages. I wonder if any part of this investment includes off-grid solar solutions, as that seems like the only way to ensure real stability outside of the major cities. Thanks for breaking down why hardware isn't the only piece of this puzzle.