It’s essential to check the fine print before you pay.
Spectranet
Spectranet is still the most subscribed ISP in Nigeria as of early 2025, with over 103,000 users. Their plans are advertised as unlimited, but they come with monthly data limits.
• Gold Plan: 125GB FUP — ₦18,999/month
• Platinum Plan: 300GB FUP — speed drops once you hit the cap
If you move around a lot, Spectranet’s MiFi and car Wi-Fi options offer some flexibility.
Smile
Smile’s “unlimited” plans also have clear data limits under their FUP:
• UnlimitedLite: 60GB/month at ₦18,500
• UnlimitedEssential: 150GB/month at ₦27,700
• Freedom Plans: Up to 300GB/month — ₦38,500 to ₦46,500
• TRUEUnlimited: 1TB/month at ₦61,500
They also offer a 1TB yearly plan for ₦185,000.
Tizeti (WiFi.com.ng)
Tizeti offers unlimited data with no FUP for ₦17,500/month, but the setup fee is steep, ₦100,000. They run on solar power and cover places like Lagos and Port Harcourt.
Other providers offering unlimited plans
Final thoughts
Everyone wants internet that works, fast, affordable, and reliable. But across Nigeria, we’ve learned there’s no single “best” data plan. What works for a student in Ife isn’t the same for a remote worker in Abuja or a family of five in Lekki.
If you’re just trying to stay connected day by day, daily or weekly bundles from MTN, Glo, Airtel, and 9mobile will get you by. But if your life or business depends on the internet, you’ll need something more stable, like FibreX, FiberOne, or a reliable home broadband setup in your area.
And don’t be fooled by “unlimited” claims. Always ask questions, read the fine print, and talk to real users before you commit.
We’ll be back next month with another update. Until then, choose smart, not just cheap.
