The NCC slapped the fine on MTN last month for its failure
to cut off 5.2 million unregistered SIM cards. MTN spokesman, Chris Maroleng, said:
"We are waiting for authorities to come back to us."
"At the meeting, MTN pleaded passionately for staggered payment since the option of reduction of the fine had been ruled out," the NCC source said.
However, a source familiar with the discussions said that an
eleventh hour reduction of the fine could still be possible.
"Until the final announcement is made, there may be some room for manoeuvre," the source familiar with the situation said.
Source
Reuters
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