We will be discussing and reviewing the most affordable and cheapest data packages on MTN, Etisalat, Airtel and Glo available as of June 2016. This article will be updated frequently to include any new cheap data plan that comes in any time.
A smartphone without internet or data is like an ordinary torchlight phone that is why most smartphone users try everything possible in other to have an active internet data service in their devices. Without data, there is nothing like facebooking, twitting, using whatsapp, Instagram, BBM, telegram or surfing the Internet for information like you are doing right now. This is how important Internet data is to us.
You need a lot of information to climb above your peers in this our generation and the easiest way to get these information is via the Internet which is filled with any information you can imagine of. A good use of the internet can change your whole life for the better.
However, most users wish to have a lot of data (MB) on their mobile phones and PC but due to the high cost of subscribing to data packages in Nigeria, some people withdraw and start managing the meagre 10mb allocated to every recharge of N100 which is mostly used for chatting because it is too small for browsing. Many Nigerians are still complaining of the expensive nature of data subscriptions in the country when compared to other countries but it seems both the network providers and Nigeria Communication Commission (NCC) haven't heard the yarn of the masses.
Having said that, there are still affordable data plans on various networks in Nigeria including MTN, Airtel, Glo and Etisalat that can suite your need, whether you are a heavy downloader or a fair internet user. Remember that these plans are official. Some people prefer the official data plans in other to run away from the hassles of tweaking.
Though tweaking gives you the most affordable and free browsing tricks to browse on your devices but not everyone is comfortable with that. So this article can guide you to make a better selection when it comes to data subscription and packages. Follow me along as i show you these cheapest MTN, Etisalat, Glo, Airtel data plans for 2016.
1. MTN CHEAP DATA PLANS
MTN Daily Unlimited Data Plan:
Do you know that you can brows and download unlimited on your MTN line with just N150? I recommend this plan for heavy downloaders and internet users like me. I recently tried this package on my main MTN line but it wasn't eligible so i used my second line and it was successful. I used up to 7GB in just 5 hours because the MTN network in my location is cool. The data is unlimited and valid for 24 hours, after which you will be deactivated.
How will i activate MTN Unlimited daily data plan? To subscribeto this plan, load your MTN line with N150 and dial *567*59#. This package works on all smartphones, PC and iOS.
Unfortunately, it selects SIM, that is to say not all MTN SIM cards are eligible for this package.
MTN Surprise Data Plans
These two data packages were recently introduced by MTN and it offers more affordable data than the previous packages. In fact, these plans is a thorn on the flesh of data resellers who use to sell 1gb for N800. Now you get more cheaper data officially from MTN direct.
How will i subscribe for MTN surprise data plans?
To subscribe to MTN 1.3GB for N1,000. Send 106 to 131
To subscribe to MTN 3.75GB for N2,000: Send 110 to 131 and it will be activated
These plans can be used on all devices including android, windows mobile, iOS Symbian, PC etc.
MTN BBLITED:
At the moment, MTN BBLITED is not working at all but hopefully i will publish a fix for it soon. BBLITED allows you to use MTN BIS plan on android devices.
Other Newly Launched Affordable MTN Data Packages, Subscription Code And Price
==> MTN 50MB That used to cost N200 before now goes for N100, to subscribe text 104 to 131
==> The 750MB that used to cost as high as N2000 now costs only N500 , to subscribe for this, text 103 to 131
==> MTN have now upgraded the 260MB that used to cost N1000 to 1.3GB at the same price. To subscribe, text 106 to 131
==> They also upgraded the 750MB that used to cost N2000 before to 3.75GB at the same price. To subscribe to this, simple text 110 to 131
MTN 10GB for N5,000 (Valid for 30 Days) SMS 116 to 131
MTN 22GB for N10,000 (Valid for 30 days) SMS 117 to 131
Data Plan For All Mifi Users (3Months)
MTN 50GB For N20,000 (Valid for 3Months) SMS 118 to 131
MTN 85GB For N50,000 (Valid for 3Months) SMS 133 to 131
MTN 1.5GB Data Plan:
This data package was secretly introduced by MTN without public notice and i see it as an even better option to the 1.3GB plan.
How To Subscribe MTN 1.5GB Data Plan For N1000
==> First of all, load your MTN line with N1000 airtime
==> After recharging, simply dial *131# and follow the onscreen directions
==> Once you dial *131#, reply with 1 to buy data, and then reply with 3 for monthly data and finally reply with 1 to get the 1.5GB data.
MTN 500MB Night Data Plan For 25 Naira
This data plan was launched by MTN recently and it is a plan that lets MTN subscribers to enjoy 500MB worth of data with just N25 in your airtime.
How Do I Subscribe/Activate The MTN midnight Plan for N25?
=> Your MTN line must be on the MTN Pulse tariff plan, but if you are not sure of the plan you are already on, simply dial *123# to confirm which plan you are on or just dial *406# to migrate to MTN Pulse plan.
=> Make sure you have at least N30 airtime in your balance
=> Send Night to 131 via text message
=> You will receive an activation message that goes like this...
"Dear Customer, you have successfully subscribed to Free Night Browsing between 00:00 and 04:00. N25 has been deducted from your account. Enjoy!"
=> Now you are all set to brows and download from 12 am, to 4am in the night with the 500MB.
2. AIRTEL CHEAP DATA PLANS
Airtel is one of the friendly networks for Internet users. No surprise they go by the nickname "the smartphone network". Airtel network is very strong in many locations of the country and they offer some of the cheapest data packages for any device but the major drawback to airtel data plans is how their data is been zapped. In fact, they deduct data twice the normal way it should be deducted. But now there are airtel plans that doesn't zap data. Follow me along.
I will show you one secret. If you are a new airtel subscriber, i will advice you to go for “Welcome to Airtel plan” which gives you 4GB for N1,500 + 2600 extra credit. See more information about this here
Airtel Unlimited Night Plan:
Unfortunately, Airtel Stopped This Package On 6th May, 2016. We still Hope it comes back.
This is another official unlimited data package that will serve you really good if you download a lot of movies, games etc. It is totally unlimited with no worries for speed throttling issues. Its best suited in areas with very strong airtel network to massively enjoy and gain from it. You can as well call it timely base data plan.
How to Subscribe to Airtel Night data Plan
==> For 1hour plan, dial *481*1# and it cost N100
==> For 3hours plan, dial *481*2# and it cost N300
==> For 6hour plan, dial *481*3# and it cost N500.
This data night plans works on all devices, Java phones, Symbian, Android, iPad, iPad, PC with no special settings.
Airtel 1GB for N1,000:
This plan is not that cheap but still considerable.
To subscribe for airtel 1GB data plan, dial *496# it is valid for 30 days.
Airtel Blackberry Plan
I am sure that you are aware that airtel 3gb data plan that goes for N1500 zaps a lot especially when being used on android devices or PC. This is while am suggesting this particular airtel 3gb for just N1000 airtel BIS Plan which can be used on android devices without the zapping experience again as long as your IMEI is changed to that of BlackBerry 10 imei. See more details about it on this post how to use airtel 3gb BIS plan on android and PC
Airtel 750MB for N500 Data Plan
Airtel introduced this data plan that offers subscribers 750MB for 500 Naira just like MTN 750MB data plan but in this airtel case, it is valid for just 14 days while that of MTN valid for one month.
To subscribe for this data plan,
Recharge upto 500 naira on your Airtel sim
Dial *418#.
You can check your data balance by simply dialing *140#.
Airtel WTF Data Plan For Unlimited Browsing
This data plan is meant for social media applications but you can use it with opera mini if you change your phone APN to the one i will give you below.
How Can I Subscribe To Airtel WTF Bundle?
=> To get the bundle plan for one month, dial *990# for just N200
=> And to get the bundle for one week, dial *991# for just N100
To check your data balance, dial *990*0#
How To Brows Unlimited On The Internet With It
As i told you earlier, you can browse with this plan which is only meant for social media but the trick is changing your airtel APN to the right one and use Opera Mini to brows as it doesn't work on UC browser. Am still trying to see how to use it on PC and maybe use it to power all applications using VPN apps like Psiphon and Netloop.
Use this airtel APN – internet.ng.airtel.com
3. GLO CHEAPEST DATA PLANS
Latest Glo Data Plans, Price, Subscription Code And Validity Period
1. N1000 = 2GB valid for 30 days
2. N2000 = 6GB valid for 30 days
3. N2500 = 10GB valid for 30 days
4. N3000 = 12GB valid for 30 days
5. N4000 = 18GB valid for 30 days
6. N5000 = 24GB valid for 30 days
7. N8000 = 48GB valid for 30 days
To subscribe for any of the above plans, dial *777# and select your preferred data plan from the screen instructions.
Glo Night Plans
Just like airtel, glo also have night plans but unfortunately, the data plans are capped unlike in airtel where it is unlimited.
Glo 1GB for N200 (12am – 5am)
Glo 3GB for N500 for Sat and Sun + 7 Nights
To Subscribe For Glo Night and Weekend Plans
Just dial *777# and follow the prompt [Data Services » Buy Data » Night and Weekend plans], then select 1 for Night plan or 2 for weekend plan.
Glo Blackberry Plan:
Its so sad, Glo Blackberry plan has been reduced to 3GB For N1,400 and N1,500 respectively. The N1400 plan zaps a lot while that of N1500 is charged at normal rate.
How To Subscribe For Any Glo Blackberry Plan;
Dial *777*21# For 3GB For N1,400
Dial *777*23# For N1,500 or dial *777# and follow the prompt respectively. It works on BB10 and Android who’s IMEI has been tweaked.
Glo 1.5GB Data Plan
Glo N1,000 for 1.5GB: Dial *777# and follow the prompt. No strange settings required.
4. ETISALAT CHEAPEST DATA PLANS
Etisalat revisited their data plans just two days after MTN published their new data plans and i will show you all the new etisalat data bundles for your to choose from. Although their data packages are still a little bit more expensive than what MTN is offering at the moment but it is way cheaper than what we used to get before now. These data bundles works on all devices including android and windows
Below are etisalat data bundles....
Etisalat Data Plans and Subscription Codes
1.5GB for N1000, dial *229*2*7#
3.5GB for N2,000 dial *229*2*8#
5GB for N6,500 dial *229*2*3#
8GB for N8000 dial *229*2*5#
10GB for N10,000 dial *229*2*5#
No strange settings required.
It works on all devices and no speed throttling.
Though for those that prefer tweaking, you can use Etisalat socialme which gives you unlimited data package for just N500 valid for one month.
There you have them. These plans are official and meant for those that are not familiar with tweaking their phone in other to enjoy better data packages. I hope it will go a long way in helping you decide or choose the best data plan for yourself. Remember this page will continue to be updated with any latest affordable data plan.
If you have any question concerning this, kindly use the comments box below and i will try my best to guide you.
A smartphone without internet or data is like an ordinary torchlight phone that is why most smartphone users try everything possible in other to have an active internet data service in their devices. Without data, there is nothing like facebooking, twitting, using whatsapp, Instagram, BBM, telegram or surfing the Internet for information like you are doing right now. This is how important Internet data is to us.
You need a lot of information to climb above your peers in this our generation and the easiest way to get these information is via the Internet which is filled with any information you can imagine of. A good use of the internet can change your whole life for the better.
However, most users wish to have a lot of data (MB) on their mobile phones and PC but due to the high cost of subscribing to data packages in Nigeria, some people withdraw and start managing the meagre 10mb allocated to every recharge of N100 which is mostly used for chatting because it is too small for browsing. Many Nigerians are still complaining of the expensive nature of data subscriptions in the country when compared to other countries but it seems both the network providers and Nigeria Communication Commission (NCC) haven't heard the yarn of the masses.
Having said that, there are still affordable data plans on various networks in Nigeria including MTN, Airtel, Glo and Etisalat that can suite your need, whether you are a heavy downloader or a fair internet user. Remember that these plans are official. Some people prefer the official data plans in other to run away from the hassles of tweaking.
Though tweaking gives you the most affordable and free browsing tricks to browse on your devices but not everyone is comfortable with that. So this article can guide you to make a better selection when it comes to data subscription and packages. Follow me along as i show you these cheapest MTN, Etisalat, Glo, Airtel data plans for 2016.
1. MTN CHEAP DATA PLANS
MTN Daily Unlimited Data Plan:
Do you know that you can brows and download unlimited on your MTN line with just N150? I recommend this plan for heavy downloaders and internet users like me. I recently tried this package on my main MTN line but it wasn't eligible so i used my second line and it was successful. I used up to 7GB in just 5 hours because the MTN network in my location is cool. The data is unlimited and valid for 24 hours, after which you will be deactivated.
How will i activate MTN Unlimited daily data plan? To subscribeto this plan, load your MTN line with N150 and dial *567*59#. This package works on all smartphones, PC and iOS.
Unfortunately, it selects SIM, that is to say not all MTN SIM cards are eligible for this package.
MTN Surprise Data Plans
These two data packages were recently introduced by MTN and it offers more affordable data than the previous packages. In fact, these plans is a thorn on the flesh of data resellers who use to sell 1gb for N800. Now you get more cheaper data officially from MTN direct.
How will i subscribe for MTN surprise data plans?
To subscribe to MTN 1.3GB for N1,000. Send 106 to 131
To subscribe to MTN 3.75GB for N2,000: Send 110 to 131 and it will be activated
These plans can be used on all devices including android, windows mobile, iOS Symbian, PC etc.
MTN BBLITED:
At the moment, MTN BBLITED is not working at all but hopefully i will publish a fix for it soon. BBLITED allows you to use MTN BIS plan on android devices.
Other Newly Launched Affordable MTN Data Packages, Subscription Code And Price
==> MTN 50MB That used to cost N200 before now goes for N100, to subscribe text 104 to 131
==> The 750MB that used to cost as high as N2000 now costs only N500 , to subscribe for this, text 103 to 131
==> MTN have now upgraded the 260MB that used to cost N1000 to 1.3GB at the same price. To subscribe, text 106 to 131
==> They also upgraded the 750MB that used to cost N2000 before to 3.75GB at the same price. To subscribe to this, simple text 110 to 131
MTN 10GB for N5,000 (Valid for 30 Days) SMS 116 to 131
MTN 22GB for N10,000 (Valid for 30 days) SMS 117 to 131
Data Plan For All Mifi Users (3Months)
MTN 50GB For N20,000 (Valid for 3Months) SMS 118 to 131
MTN 85GB For N50,000 (Valid for 3Months) SMS 133 to 131
MTN 1.5GB Data Plan:
This data package was secretly introduced by MTN without public notice and i see it as an even better option to the 1.3GB plan.
How To Subscribe MTN 1.5GB Data Plan For N1000
==> First of all, load your MTN line with N1000 airtime
==> After recharging, simply dial *131# and follow the onscreen directions
==> Once you dial *131#, reply with 1 to buy data, and then reply with 3 for monthly data and finally reply with 1 to get the 1.5GB data.
MTN 500MB Night Data Plan For 25 Naira
This data plan was launched by MTN recently and it is a plan that lets MTN subscribers to enjoy 500MB worth of data with just N25 in your airtime.
How Do I Subscribe/Activate The MTN midnight Plan for N25?
=> Your MTN line must be on the MTN Pulse tariff plan, but if you are not sure of the plan you are already on, simply dial *123# to confirm which plan you are on or just dial *406# to migrate to MTN Pulse plan.
=> Make sure you have at least N30 airtime in your balance
=> Send Night to 131 via text message
=> You will receive an activation message that goes like this...
"Dear Customer, you have successfully subscribed to Free Night Browsing between 00:00 and 04:00. N25 has been deducted from your account. Enjoy!"
=> Now you are all set to brows and download from 12 am, to 4am in the night with the 500MB.
2. AIRTEL CHEAP DATA PLANS
Airtel is one of the friendly networks for Internet users. No surprise they go by the nickname "the smartphone network". Airtel network is very strong in many locations of the country and they offer some of the cheapest data packages for any device but the major drawback to airtel data plans is how their data is been zapped. In fact, they deduct data twice the normal way it should be deducted. But now there are airtel plans that doesn't zap data. Follow me along.
I will show you one secret. If you are a new airtel subscriber, i will advice you to go for “Welcome to Airtel plan” which gives you 4GB for N1,500 + 2600 extra credit. See more information about this here
Airtel Unlimited Night Plan:
Unfortunately, Airtel Stopped This Package On 6th May, 2016. We still Hope it comes back.
This is another official unlimited data package that will serve you really good if you download a lot of movies, games etc. It is totally unlimited with no worries for speed throttling issues. Its best suited in areas with very strong airtel network to massively enjoy and gain from it. You can as well call it timely base data plan.
How to Subscribe to Airtel Night data Plan
==> For 1hour plan, dial *481*1# and it cost N100
==> For 3hours plan, dial *481*2# and it cost N300
==> For 6hour plan, dial *481*3# and it cost N500.
This data night plans works on all devices, Java phones, Symbian, Android, iPad, iPad, PC with no special settings.
Airtel 1GB for N1,000:
This plan is not that cheap but still considerable.
To subscribe for airtel 1GB data plan, dial *496# it is valid for 30 days.
Airtel Blackberry Plan
I am sure that you are aware that airtel 3gb data plan that goes for N1500 zaps a lot especially when being used on android devices or PC. This is while am suggesting this particular airtel 3gb for just N1000 airtel BIS Plan which can be used on android devices without the zapping experience again as long as your IMEI is changed to that of BlackBerry 10 imei. See more details about it on this post how to use airtel 3gb BIS plan on android and PC
Airtel 750MB for N500 Data Plan
Airtel introduced this data plan that offers subscribers 750MB for 500 Naira just like MTN 750MB data plan but in this airtel case, it is valid for just 14 days while that of MTN valid for one month.
To subscribe for this data plan,
Recharge upto 500 naira on your Airtel sim
Dial *418#.
You can check your data balance by simply dialing *140#.
Airtel WTF Data Plan For Unlimited Browsing
This data plan is meant for social media applications but you can use it with opera mini if you change your phone APN to the one i will give you below.
How Can I Subscribe To Airtel WTF Bundle?
=> To get the bundle plan for one month, dial *990# for just N200
=> And to get the bundle for one week, dial *991# for just N100
To check your data balance, dial *990*0#
How To Brows Unlimited On The Internet With It
As i told you earlier, you can browse with this plan which is only meant for social media but the trick is changing your airtel APN to the right one and use Opera Mini to brows as it doesn't work on UC browser. Am still trying to see how to use it on PC and maybe use it to power all applications using VPN apps like Psiphon and Netloop.
Use this airtel APN – internet.ng.airtel.com
3. GLO CHEAPEST DATA PLANS
Latest Glo Data Plans, Price, Subscription Code And Validity Period
1. N1000 = 2GB valid for 30 days
2. N2000 = 6GB valid for 30 days
3. N2500 = 10GB valid for 30 days
4. N3000 = 12GB valid for 30 days
5. N4000 = 18GB valid for 30 days
6. N5000 = 24GB valid for 30 days
7. N8000 = 48GB valid for 30 days
To subscribe for any of the above plans, dial *777# and select your preferred data plan from the screen instructions.
Glo Night Plans
Just like airtel, glo also have night plans but unfortunately, the data plans are capped unlike in airtel where it is unlimited.
Glo 1GB for N200 (12am – 5am)
Glo 3GB for N500 for Sat and Sun + 7 Nights
To Subscribe For Glo Night and Weekend Plans
Just dial *777# and follow the prompt [Data Services » Buy Data » Night and Weekend plans], then select 1 for Night plan or 2 for weekend plan.
Glo Blackberry Plan:
Its so sad, Glo Blackberry plan has been reduced to 3GB For N1,400 and N1,500 respectively. The N1400 plan zaps a lot while that of N1500 is charged at normal rate.
How To Subscribe For Any Glo Blackberry Plan;
Dial *777*21# For 3GB For N1,400
Dial *777*23# For N1,500 or dial *777# and follow the prompt respectively. It works on BB10 and Android who’s IMEI has been tweaked.
Glo 1.5GB Data Plan
Glo N1,000 for 1.5GB: Dial *777# and follow the prompt. No strange settings required.
4. ETISALAT CHEAPEST DATA PLANS
Etisalat revisited their data plans just two days after MTN published their new data plans and i will show you all the new etisalat data bundles for your to choose from. Although their data packages are still a little bit more expensive than what MTN is offering at the moment but it is way cheaper than what we used to get before now. These data bundles works on all devices including android and windows
Below are etisalat data bundles....
Etisalat Data Plans and Subscription Codes
1.5GB for N1000, dial *229*2*7#
3.5GB for N2,000 dial *229*2*8#
5GB for N6,500 dial *229*2*3#
8GB for N8000 dial *229*2*5#
10GB for N10,000 dial *229*2*5#
No strange settings required.
It works on all devices and no speed throttling.
Though for those that prefer tweaking, you can use Etisalat socialme which gives you unlimited data package for just N500 valid for one month.
There you have them. These plans are official and meant for those that are not familiar with tweaking their phone in other to enjoy better data packages. I hope it will go a long way in helping you decide or choose the best data plan for yourself. Remember this page will continue to be updated with any latest affordable data plan.
If you have any question concerning this, kindly use the comments box below and i will try my best to guide you.