Top Data Plans Offered in Nigeria During August 2025
In the first half of 2025, mobile users in Nigeria spent over ₦2.5 trillion on voice and data services, marking a significant 51% increase compared to the same period last year. As the demand for reliable and affordable internet access continues to grow, let's take a closer look at the best mobile data plans offered by major Nigerian carriers.
Major Networks' Offerings
MTN
MTN, one of Nigeria's leading telecommunications providers, offers a variety of data plans to cater to different user needs. As of August 2025, MTN users consume an average of 13.2GB of data per month. The following are some of the most cost-effective data plans from MTN:
- 2.5GB for 2 days at ₦900.
- Monthly plans:
- 2GB for ₦1500 (30 days),
- 2.7GB for ₦2000 (30 days),
- 3.5GB for ₦2500 (30 days),
- 7GB for ₦3500 (30 days),
- 10GB for ₦4500 (30 days) — suitable for heavy users.
Airtel
Airtel, another major player in Nigeria's telecom industry, offers competitive data plans as well. Airtel users consume an average of 9.3GB of data per month. Some of the most cost-effective Airtel data plans include:
- Offers plans from 1GB/3 days at ₦365.
- Larger bundles like 40TB/unlimited at ₦45,000 are also available, showing a wide range for light to heavy users.
Glo
Glo, known for its affordable data plans, offers excellent options for budget-conscious users who want longer validity. Some of the most cost-effective Glo data plans include:
- Very affordable small plans such as 500MB/30 days for ₦230.
- 1GB/7 days for ₦350.
9mobile
9mobile's data plans, though not detailed in the search results, are typically competitive with other major operators and available through similar plans.
Comparing Cost-Effectiveness
From the above data, we can see that Glo offers the cheapest per-GB short-term plan at ₦350/GB for 7 days, while MTN provides the cheapest monthly per-GB at ₦450/GB for 10GB. Airtel is competitive for very short-term use at ₦365 per GB for 3 days.
Other considerations include phone compatibility and network coverage, especially Glo's 4G LTE band support on some popular phone brands. For travelers, eSIM options may not necessarily be cheaper than local SIM plans.
Special Offerings
- Starlink, Elon Musk's satellite internet service, is available in Nigeria for areas with little or no access to fibre or reliable mobile networks. The cost is ₦57,000 per month with an upfront fee of ₦590,000 for the hardware kit.
- New smartphone users on ₦1,500+ monthly plans from 9mobile get bonus data for 12 months.
- 9mobile offers night-only monthly bundle for ₦2,000, providing 5GB, and a weekly bundle for ₦500, offering 2GB (valid for 14 days).
In conclusion, for cost-effectiveness in August 2025:
- Best for short-term small data needs: Glo’s 1GB/7 days at ₦350.
- Best for monthly heavy usage: MTN’s 10GB for ₦4500.
- Best for occasional small bursts: Airtel 1GB for ₦365 over 3 days.
Users should also consider network coverage and device compatibility when selecting their data plans.
Here are two sentences utilizing the words 'mobile', 'finance', 'lifestyle', and 'technology':
- With an increased demand for reliable and affordable internet access, the choice of suitable mobile data plans becomes a crucial aspect of modern Nigerian lifestyles, intertwining technology, finance, and mobile usage.
- As more Nigerians embrace mobile technology in their daily lives, financial planning becomes essential to manage costs associated with voice and data services, ultimately improving overall lifestyle conveniences.
