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.
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 CHEAPEST DATA PLANS
MTN Daily Unlimited 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 subscribe to 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 N1,100. 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.
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:
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.
3. GLO CHEAPEST DATA PLANS
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.
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 is somehow lagging behind in the data plan games. At the moment, i have only two data plans from Etisalat that you can look into.
Etisalat N1,000 for 1GB: Dial *229*2*7#.
Etisalat N2,000 for 2GB: Dial *229*2*8#
No strange settings required.
It works on all devices and no speed throttling.
Though for those that prefer tweaking, you can use Etisalat chat sub 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.
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