FCCPC Orders MultiChoice to Freeze Price Hike Pending Investigation

By Emmanuel Kwada

In a move to protect consumers, the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has directed MultiChoice Nigeria to maintain its current subscription prices until the conclusion of an ongoing investigation into its proposed price increase.

The directive comes after MultiChoice Nigeria requested an extension for its scheduled appearance before the Commission. While the FCCPC granted the extension, the company must now attend a rescheduled investigative hearing on March 6, 2025, with all relevant officers and a comprehensive response.

The directive comes after MultiChoice Nigeria requested an extension for its scheduled appearance before the Commission

The FCCPC emphasizes that maintaining the current pricing is necessary to prevent potential consumer harm during this period. The investigation was prompted by MultiChoice’s proposed price hike, which was set to take effect on March 1, 2025.

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