Microsoft has confirmed that its widely used productivity software bundles will see a global price increase from July 2026, with Nigerian enterprises and government institutions among those affected.
According to the company, the adjustments will apply across its Business and Enterprise plans, as well as packages tailored for frontline workers.
New Pricing Highlights
Microsoft 365 Business Basic: Rising 16.7% to $7 per user/month.
Business Standard: Increasing 12% to $14 per user/month.
Enterprise E3: Up 8.3% to $39 per user/month.
Enterprise E5: Up 5.3% to $60 per user/month.
Frontline worker plans: Facing the steepest jump, with some packages climbing by 33%.
Microsoft explained that the changes reflect ongoing investments in AI-powered features such as Copilot, enhanced security tools, and compliance capabilities.
Industry analysts say the hikes will particularly affect small businesses and public sector agencies, which may struggle to absorb higher IT costs. However, Microsoft insists the new pricing aligns with the value delivered by its evolving suite of services.
The announcement marks Microsoft’s first major global price adjustment since 2022, underscoring its confidence in maintaining dominance in the productivity software market despite growing competition from Google Workspace and other rivals.
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