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‘708.55GB gone’ — Nigerian lawyer threatens to sue MTN over rapid data loss

A Nigerian lawyer, Zaenab Olawunmi Adams, claims that her 800GB annual data plan with MTN Nigeria was depleted at an alarming rate, with approximately 708.55GB used within 104 days. She purchased the plan on May 15, 2026, but by August 27, 2026, her balance had dropped to 91.45GB. Adams asserts that this rapid consumption is inconsistent with her low data usage habits, stating she uses the internet for basic tasks like social media, messaging, and browsing on a single device. She has demanded a detailed breakdown of data usage, including timestamps, application activity, and a comprehensive investigation into the discrepancy. MTN Nigeria has not yet responded to her formal request, which includes a deadline of August 31, 2026.

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‘708.55GB gone’ — Nigerian lawyer threatens to sue MTN over rapid data loss

A Nigerian lawyer, Zaenab Olawunmi Adams, claims that her 800GB annual data plan with MTN Nigeria was depleted at an alarming rate, with approximately 708.55GB used within 104 days. She purchased the plan on May 15, 2026, but by August 27, 2026, her balance had dropped to 91.45GB. Adams asserts that this rapid consumption is inconsistent with her low data usage habits, stating she uses the internet for basic tasks like social media, messaging, and browsing on a single device. She has demanded a detailed breakdown of data usage, including timestamps, application activity, and a comprehensive investigation into the discrepancy. MTN Nigeria has not yet responded to her formal request, which includes a deadline of August 31, 2026.

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