MTN convenes independent public inquest on data depletion
MTN Nigeria has stepped forward to convene an independent public inquest aimed entirely at putting mobile data mechanics on trial. To preserve the absolute integrity of the proceedings, which will be held on June 6, 2026, MTN said the event would adopt a highly democratic, decentralised approach to human representation. The development is coming amidst […]
MTN Nigeria has stepped forward to convene an independent public inquest aimed entirely at putting mobile data mechanics on trial.
To preserve the absolute integrity of the proceedings, which will be held on June 6, 2026, MTN said the event would adopt a highly democratic, decentralised approach to human representation.
The development is coming amidst widespread complaints from telecom consumers over data depletion. Many Nigerians have taken a swipe on the telecom giant accusing it of extortion.
However, in a statement on Wednesday, the telecom operator said rather than handpicking participants, the platform is partnering with independent media channels to encourage Nigerians to vote for and select their own five-member Prosecution team.
“This process ensures that the public retains ownership of the brief and can choose trusted technology creators and consumer advocates to argue their case on the floor. These selected prosecutors will be granted complete autonomy to cross-examine technical analysts and put forward consumer evidence”, the statement said.
Conversely, it added, a dedicated panel of MTN technical executives, network engineers, and third-party mobile hardware specialists will form the defence team.
Both parties, it said, would be permitted to table their respective cases, present raw device data, and call forward witnesses to the stand.
Every diagnostic tool and backend demonstration utility deployed during the session will be independently verified by global professional services firm KPMG to eliminate any risks of rigged or doctored outcomes, the statement further said.
MTN said the event is scheduled to take place at a secure venue to be announced in the coming days.
It noted: “Recognising the national importance of this inquiry, the entire courtroom-style proceeding will be streamed live across multiple digital networks, including selected television stations, YouTube, Facebook, X, and TikTok, ensuring radical accessibility for millions of subscribers nationwide. By relinquishing narrative control and inviting unfiltered public scrutiny, the initiative sets a bold new corporate standard for consumer accountability and digital literacy within the global telecommunications sector.”