In a recent development regarding the impending tariff hike by MultiChoice Nigeria Limited on its DStv and Gotv packages, the Competition and Consumer Protection Tribunal in Abuja has mandated the posting of an interim order at MultiChoice offices across Nigeria.
This directive follows an ex parte motion filed by an Abuja-based lawyer, Festus Onifade, seeking to restrain MultiChoice from implementing the tariff increase scheduled for May 1.
Chairing the tribunal, Saratu Shafii issued the order dated April 29, instructing that the interim order restraining MultiChoice from increasing its tariffs be visibly displayed at the company’s corporate headquarters and all known branches across the nation.
Additionally, the order is to be communicated through MultiChoice’s email addresses, social media platforms, and other public communication channels.
Despite attempts to serve the company with the order, the Abuja office reportedly refused to accept the documents, prompting the tribunal to resort to substituted service.
The decision for substituted service, as per Section 48 of the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Act, 2018, and CCPT Rule, 2021, entails posting the order at MultiChoice premises and communicating it through various channels.
MultiChoice had previously announced price increments, citing operational costs in Nigeria as the reason behind the decision.
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