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Netflix Hikes Subscription Rates Again In Nigeria Amid Economic Hardship
Netflix, the American streaming giant, has announced yet another increase in its subscription prices for Nigerian users. This marks the second price hike in 2024, following a similar adjustment in April. According to updates on the company’s website, the new rates represent significant increases across all subscription plans.
As of Wednesday, Netflix’s Premium Plan has risen from N5,000 to N7,000 per month, a substantial 40 percent increase. The Standard Plan, popular among Nigerian viewers, saw a 37.5 percent rise from N4,000 to N5,500. The Basic Plan rate climbed by 21 percent, moving from N2,900 to N3,500, while the Mobile Plan experienced the steepest hike, jumping 83 percent from N1,200 to N2,200.
Despite the substantial increases, Netflix has not provided specific reasons for the latest hike. This development comes 17 months after the company reduced its subscription prices in over 30 countries, including Egypt, Yemen, Jordan, Libya, Iran, Kenya, Croatia, Slovenia, Bulgaria, Nicaragua, Ecuador, Venezuela, Malaysia, Indonesia, Vietnam, Thailand, and the Philippines. The contrast between the reduction in other countries and the increase in Nigeria is stark and raises questions about the company’s pricing strategy in different markets.
Nigerians are currently grappling with severe economic challenges, compounded by a rising cost of living. The inflation rate soared to 34.18 percent in June, forcing companies to adjust their business models to remain profitable. This economic climate has made home entertainment increasingly unaffordable for many households. The Netflix price hikes are a reflection of these broader economic pressures.
In April, Multichoice Nigeria announced an increase in the cost of its DStv and GOtv packages, citing the rising cost of business operations as the rationale behind the price adjustment. These new rates took effect on May 1. The recurring price increases by major entertainment providers highlight the growing financial strain on Nigerian consumers. Netflix’s price changes coincide with the company’s policy of adjusting plans and pricing in response to local market conditions such as taxes and inflation. The streaming giant explained on its website, “As we continue to add more TV shows and movies and introduce new product features, our plans and prices may change. We also may adjust plans and pricing to respond to local market changes, such as changes to local taxes or inflation. If your price is changing,
Netflix will send you an email with details about the price change one month before the billing date on which your price will increase.”
As of the time of this report, it is unclear whether Netflix issued prior notifications to subscribers about the latest price changes. However, the updated prices are already reflected on Netflix’s subscription page. The continuous price increases by major service providers underscore the economic challenges faced by Nigerians, making it increasingly difficult for many to afford entertainment services.
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