Google doubles Google One subscription price in Nigeria from ₦950 per month to ₦1,900 per month from March 28, 2025.
In a move that will impact Nigerian users, Google will increase the monthly subscription fee for its 100GB Google Drive storage plan from ₦950 Naira to ₦1,900 Naira. The new pricing will take effect on March 28, 2025.
In a notification to its customers, Google wrote, “The price will automatically increase to N1,900/month on 28 Mar 2025 for your Google One subscription. Cancel at any time in Google Play.”
Google had previously announced a price increase that would take effect on February 18, 2025, in selected countries, including Nigeria. Other affected African countries include Egypt, Ghana, and the United Republic of Tanzania.
Google One is a service offered by Google that provides users with cloud storage for Google Drive, Gmail, and Google Photos. The price hike, which doubles the current cost, comes at a time when digital storage has become indispensable for both personal and professional use. Users who rely on Google Drive to back up documents, photos, and other digital files may need to reassess their storage needs and budget accordingly.
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While Google has not provided specific details behind the decision, factors such as increased operational costs and currency exchange rate fluctuations may have influenced the decision. This price increase comes amidst price bumps by businesses operating in Nigeria and rising inflation in the country.
In January, the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) approved a tariff increase for telcos in Nigeria, which market leaders MTN and Airtel have since implemented. Similarly, pay TV provider Multichoice has increased the price of DSTV and GOtv plans by up to 21%.
Nigerian users are encouraged to review their current usage and consider adjusting their storage strategies before the March 28 implementation date.
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Source: Techpoint Africa
