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Starlink announces increase in subscription rates

POSTED ON October 2, 2024 •   TECHNOLOGY      BY Benedicta Bassey
Starlink satellite

Satellite internet provider, Starlink, has on Wednesday announced an increase in its monthly subscription rates.

According to the network provider, the hike in the rates will affect both the new and existing customers.

This information was contained in a message by the company, sent to its customers.

It said the standard residential package will now go for ₦75,000 while mobile regional (roam unlimited)’s new price is ₦167,000 and mobile global (global roam) package is ₦717,000.

The new rates, according to the message, is effective immediately for new customers, and beginning October 31, 2024, for existing users.

The company said the increment became necessary following the current inflation in the country which had caused subscription prices to surge.

According to the firm, “Your monthly service price will increase in one month, starting from 31 October 2024. For new customers, the price increase takes effect immediately."

The company added that customers who no longer wish to continue with the service could cancel at any time without any penalties.

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