Mobile GSM Technology Leads Internet Penetration in Nigeria
Mobile Reigns Supreme: GSM Technology Dominates Internet Connectivity in Nigeria
Lagos, Nigeria – New data from the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) reveals a clear trend: Nigerians are overwhelmingly choosing mobile GSM technology for their internet needs.
From January to October 2024, GSM technology, offered by major players like MTN, Airtel, Globacom, 9mobile, and ntel, accounted for a staggering 99.6% of all active internet subscriptions in the country. This dominance underscores the accessibility and affordability of mobile internet, particularly through smartphones and tablets.
As of October 2024,a total of 134,787,935 Nigerians were connected to the internet,with 134,279,501 accessing it via GSM technology. Wired and Wireless technologies offered by Internet Service Providers (ISPs) trailed far behind with 285,702 subscriptions, followed by Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) with 212,071 and Fixed Wired technology with a mere 10,661 subscriptions.this trend highlights the significant role GSM technology has played in bridging the digital divide in Nigeria.
“The GSM technology is more advanced and easier to deploy than other technologies,” explains Gbenga Adebayo, Chairman of the Association of Licensed Telecoms Operators of Nigeria (ALTON). “It’s faster, cheaper, and covers a wider area, allowing GSM operators to reach more Nigerians with internet access.”
While ISPs were initially the primary providers of internet services, the rapid evolution of GSM technology and its widespread adoption have shifted the landscape.The convenience and affordability of mobile internet have made it the preferred choice for millions of Nigerians, driving the country’s digital conversion.
Mobile Reigns Supreme: GSM Technology Dominates Internet Connectivity in Nigeria
Lagos, Nigeria – A recent report from the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has revealed a clear trend: nigerians are overwhelmingly choosing mobile GSM technology for their internet needs.From January to October 2024, GSM technology, offered by major players like MTN, Airtel, Globacom, 9mobile, and ntel, accounted for a staggering 99.6% of all active internet subscriptions in the country. This dominance underscores the accessibility and affordability of mobile internet, notably through smartphones and tablets.
As of October 2024,a total of 134,787,935 Nigerians were connected to the internet,with 134,279,501 accessing it via GSM technology. Wired and Wireless technologies offered by Internet Service Providers (ISPs) trailed far behind with 285,702 subscriptions, followed by Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) with 212,071 and Fixed Wired technology with a mere 10,661 subscriptions.
“The GSM technology is more advanced and easier to deploy than other technologies,” explains gbenga Adebayo,Chairman of the Association of Licensed Telecoms Operators of Nigeria (ALTON). “It’s faster, cheaper, and covers a wider area, allowing GSM operators to reach more Nigerians with internet access.”
While ISPs were initially the primary providers of internet services, the rapid evolution of GSM technology and its widespread adoption have shifted the landscape. The convenience and affordability of mobile internet have made it the preferred choice for millions of Nigerians, driving the country’s digital conversion.