Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari will make the final decision on a $3.9 billion fine on South African cell operator MTN, the telecommunications minister said on Tuesday.
Nigeria's President to have final word on MTN's $3.9B fine
"If they withdraw it creates a better environment, an environment where there is no stress or pressure on either side," he said.
President Muhammadu Buhari addresses members of the National Working Committee during the meeting of the All Progressives Congress (APC) party at the headquarters of the party in Abuja, Nigeria July 3, 2015. REUTERS/Afolabi Sotunde
Adebayo Shittu also told reporters that MTN might be advised to withdraw a court case filed against the fine.
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