9mobile data plans run from ₦50 for 10MB daily up to ₦110,000 for 120GB annually. The most-bought plans: 1.5GB monthly at ₦1,000 (*229*2*7#), 2GB monthly at ₦1,200 (*229*2*25#), 4GB monthly at ₦3,000 (*229*2*35#), and 11.5GB at ₦8,000 (*229*2*5#). To subscribe: dial the USSD code, send the SMS keyword to 229, use the My9mobile app, or buy on 9mobile.com.ng. To stop auto-renewal, dial *229*0#.
About 9mobile
9mobile (formerly Etisalat Nigeria) is one of the four major mobile network operators in Nigeria, alongside MTN, Airtel, and Glo. It rebranded from Etisalat in 2017 after the Emirates Telecommunications Group exited and Emerging Markets Telecommunication Services (EMTS) took over.
9mobile data plans (2026 prices)
Daily plans
| Volume | Price | Validity | USSD |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 MB | ₦50 | 24 hours | *229*3*8# |
| 40 MB | ₦100 | 24 hours | *229*3*1# |
| 650 MB | ₦200 | 24 hours | *229*3*2# |
| 1 GB (night, 12 a.m.–5 a.m.) | ₦200 | 24 hours | *229*3*11# |
Weekly plans
| Volume | Price | Validity | USSD |
|---|---|---|---|
| 150 MB | ₦200 | 7 days | *229*2*10# |
| 1 GB weekend (Fri 11:59 p.m.–Sun 11:59 p.m.) | ₦500 | weekend | *5995*2# |
| 7 GB | ₦1,500 | 7 days | *229*2*9# |
Monthly plans
| Volume | Price | USSD | SMS to 229 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 500 MB | ₦500 | *229*2*12# | LCD2 |
| 1 GB | ₦1,000 | *229*2*7# | — |
| 2 GB | ₦1,200 | *229*2*25# | AND11 |
| 3.5 GB | ₦2,000 | *229*2*8# | AND2 |
| 4.5 GB | ₦2,500 | *229*2*8# | — |
| 4 GB | ₦3,000 | *229*2*35# | — |
| 5.5 GB | ₦4,000 | *229*2*36# | — |
| 11.5 GB | ₦8,000 | *229*2*5# | MB6 |
| 15 GB | ₦10,000 | *229*4*1# | SM1 |
| 27.5 GB | ₦18,000 | *229*4*3# | SM3 |
Long-term plans
| Plan | Volume | Price | Validity | USSD |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Quarterly | 30 GB | ₦27,500 | 90 days | *229*5*1# |
| Bi-annual | 60 GB | ₦55,000 | 180 days | *229*5*2# |
| Annual | 120 GB | ₦110,000 | 365 days | *229*5*3# |
Evening and weekend plans
- 2 GB evening + weekend — ₦1,000, 30 days. Use 7 p.m.–7 a.m. on weekdays plus all weekend. Dial
*229*3*12#. - 5 GB evening + weekend + 100 MB WhatsApp 24/7 — ₦2,000, 30 days. Dial
*229*3*13#.
How to subscribe to 9mobile data
- USSD: dial the activation code from the table above.
- SMS: send the keyword (e.g. SM1) to 229.
- My9mobile app: Android or iOS — log in, tap Buy Data.
- Web: 9mobile.com.ng/data-internet/data-plans-standard.
- Bank/USSD aggregators: *894# (FirstBank), *966# (Zenith), *901# (Access), *737# (GTBank).
Make sure you have enough airtime before dialling.
Useful 9mobile data codes
- Check data balance:
*228# - Stop auto-renewal:
*229*0# - Buy data menu:
*229# - Help: text HELP to 229
- Customer care: 200 (from a 9mobile line)
9mobile SmartPaks (social plans)
SmartPaks give cheaper, app-specific data — best when you only chat, scroll Facebook, or stream short videos.
- Chat Pak (WhatsApp + WeChat) — ₦50, 24 hours. Dial
*343*6*7#. - Social Me Pak (Facebook, X, Instagram, Eskimi, WhatsApp, WeChat) — ₦150, 7 days. Dial
*343*6*8#. - Video Pak (YouTube + social) — ₦350, 30 days. Dial
*343*6*9#.
To open the SmartPaks menu, dial *200# → option 3 (Data) → option 3 (SmartPaks).
Auto-renewal and rollover
- Auto-renewal: active by default. If you have airtime, your plan renews automatically.
- Rollover: unused data carries over only if you renew or buy the same plan before expiry.
- Stop auto-renewal: dial
*229*0#. Once auto-renewal stops, your call rate reverts to the standard tariff after data expiry.
FAQs
How do I check my 9mobile data balance?
Dial *228#. The system replies with your data, validity date, and any rollover.
What is the cheapest 9mobile data plan?
The 10 MB daily plan at ₦50 (dial *229*3*8#). Light use only.
How do I stop a 9mobile data plan?
Dial *229*0# to disable auto-renewal. The plan still runs to its expiry date but won’t renew.
Does 9mobile have a night plan?
Yes — 1 GB for ₦200, valid 12 a.m. to 5 a.m. only. Dial *229*3*11#.
Can I share 9mobile data?
Yes. Dial *223# to access the data-share menu, then transfer to another 9mobile number.
Why is my data finishing fast?
Background app updates, video autoplay on social apps, and cloud backups eat data fast. Turn on data saver in Chrome and Android settings, and disable auto-play on Facebook/Instagram.
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MTN Nigeria data plans
9mobile, we need serious slash on data plan. If you want to compete favourably, then data price slash is necessary.
Is the highest in that industry.