With 9mobile data bundles or Etisalat data plans as the case may be, staying connected to the internet is always a go. You can also count and rely on other network data bundles like the MTN data bundles, Airtel data bundles, and the Glo data bundles. They are all doing well in Nigeria.
Not everyone can cope without knowing what is going around his/her environment, and that is where the internet comes into play.
We are all connected through the internet, where we can see things, get information, pass information, stay in touch with loved ones/friends, and stay entertained as well.
But the truth is that to gain access to the internet, one would need to be subscribed to a data bundle which is why Etisalat data plans are the case study for today.
Data bundles come in various sizes or packages, and one company that provides one of the most exquisite high-speed internet accesses in Nigeria is 9Mobile which is commonly still called Etisalat.
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Why 9Mobile Data Plans
9Mobile is a telecom company that prides itself on high-speed internet access, which delivers the information, entertainment, etc quickly without stress. Although 9Mobile is still a developing telecom company in Nigeria, they can be said to have made much progress.
This article hopes to serve as a review that’ll be listing all the 9Mobile data bundles/plans for Android devices, iOS devices, etc.
Note that some tips will also be shared in this article to help you make the best decision when trying to get yourself an Etisalat data bundle for a task or event you have planned.
Let’s move on to discuss.
Before we move on, or delve in to discuss about the various data bundles featured by 9Mobile (Etisalat) in Nigeria, I would like to make this article very easy to understand, so I’ll start on:
How To Purchase 9mobile Data Plan

See below for the following steps that will guide you on how to purchase 9mobile (Etisalat) data bundles anywhere in Nigeria:
- Make sure your SIM card has been properly inserted into your phone;
- And also make sure your phone has been switched on. If it is already on, make sure its Airplane mode is turned off;
- Recharge your phone with the amount of airtime you hope to use to buy your favorite 9mobile data bundle;
- Dial the *200*2# on your phone’s keypad;
- Select the data bundle that you want;
- After receiving a confirmation message saying that the purchase of that data bundle was successful, turn on your data and enjoy.
How to Check Your 9Mobile (Etisalat) Data Plan Balance
Checking 9mobile data balance is never a big deal, to check your 9mobile data plan balance, dial *228# or texting ‘Bal’ to 228.
How To Disable 9Mobile (Etisalat) Auto-Renewal Data Plans
The truth is that all 9mobile data plans have an auto-renewal feature. Therefore, you have to manually disable it to avoid getting subscribed automatically after it expires or get finishes, to disable 9mobile auto-renewal, dial *229*0#, or text “STOP” to 229.
9Mobile (Etisalat) Data Bundles
Below, you’ll find the current prices of all the 9Mobile (Etisalat) plans for all devices. The 9Mobile plans are grouped into different categories.
We have the internet bundles, the Smartpaks, and smartphone plans. If you buy any of these more blaze data plans whose prices range from ₦500 to ₦8,000, you’ll enjoy good call rates at 20 kobos/secs to any network with no access fee.
All 9Mobile (Etisalat) Data Plans, Price, and Codes
See below for all 9Mobile (Etisalat) Data Bundles, price and their codes in Nigeria:
₦50 for 10MB data bundle (daily plan)
This plan offers you 10MB worth of data for only ₦50. This data is only valid for the next 24 hours (1 day). To purchase this bundle, dial *229*3*8# or send an SMS MI3 to 229. You can also choose whether the plan should be auto-renewed or not as soon as it is exhausted or expired.
₦100 for 40MB (daily plan)
This plan offers you 40MB worth of data for only ₦100. This data is only valid for the next 24 hours (1 day). To purchase this plan, dial *229*3*1#. You can also choose whether the plan should be auto-renewed or not as soon as it is exhausted or expired.
₦200 for 150MB (weekly plan)
This is a very useful and affordable plan. This plan offers you 150MB worth of 9Mobile data for only ₦200. This data is only valid for the next 7 days (1 week).
To purchase this bundle, dial *229*2*10# or send an SMS LCD to 229. You can also choose whether the plan should be auto-renewed or not as soon as it is exhausted or expired.
₦500 for 500 MB (monthly plans)
With this plan, you can get 500 MB with just ₦500. This plan can be activated by inputting *229*2*12# or by sending LCD2 to 229. The plan valid for 30 days (1 month).
Please note that another plan exists on 9Mobile that give the same bundle for the same price, but this bundle falls under another category. To access this plan, dial *229*2*11# or send as SMS Smarta to 8183.
₦500 for 1GB (weekend plan)
This plan is for anyone who wants to get enough data to do just enough things on the internet for the weekend. This plan is very budget friendly, and considered to be one of the best Etisalat plans on the network.
You get 1GB of data for ₦500. To subscribe to this plan, you’ll have to dial *5995*2#. This plan is valid from Friday 11:59pm and expires Sunday 11:59pm.
₦1,000 for 1GB
This plan is considered to be one of the cheapest plans for Android smartphones in Nigeria. The plan offers 1GB worth of data for ₦1,000 which is valid for up to 30 days (1 month). You can subscribe to this bundle by dialing *229*2*22#, or you can send an SMS smartb to 8183.
₦2,000 for 2.5GB (monthly plan)
This plan is a very good plan. The plan offers 2.5GB worth of data for ₦2,000 which is valid for up to 30 days (1 month). You can subscribe to this bundle by dialing *229*2*44#, or you can send an SMS smartc to 8183.
₦3,500 for 5GB
This plan is fantastic date plan that gives you enough data to last an average person over the month for a good price. The plan offers 5GB worth of data for ₦3,500 which is valid for up to 30 days (1 month). You can subscribe to this bundle by dialing *229*2*33#, or you can send an SMS smartd to 8183.
₦8,000 for 11.5GB
This plan offers you 11.5GB worth of data for ₦8,000. This data is only valid for the next 30 days (1 month). To purchase this bundle, dial *229*2*55# or send an SMS smarte to 8183. You can also choose whether the plan should be auto-renewed or not as soon as it is exhausted or expired.
₦27,500 for 30GB
This plan offers you 30GB worth of data for only ₦27,500. This data is only valid for the next 90 days (3 months). To purchase this bundle, dial *229*5*1# or send an SMS 4M to 229. You can also choose whether the plan should be auto-renewed or not as soon as it is exhausted or expired.
₦55,000 for 60GB
With this plan offers you get 60GB worth of data for only ₦55,000. This data is only valid for the next 120 days (4 months). To purchase this bundle, dial *229*5*2# or send an SMS 6M to 229. You can also choose whether the plan should be auto-renewed or not as soon as it is exhausted or expired.
₦84,992 for 100GB
Do you want very big data bundle for your home or office? Well the 100 GB data bundle goes for ₦84,992, and it is valid for only 30 days (1 month). To subscribe to this plan dial *229*4*5# or text SMS to 229.
₦110,000 for 120GB
This is the most expensive plan on the 9Mobile network. This plan offers you 120GB worth of data for only ₦110,000. This data is valid for the next 1 year (365 days).
This bundle is suitable for big companies that need heavy data to carry out their tasks. To purchase this bundle, dial *229*5*3# or send an SMS 12M to 229.
9Mobile Smartpaks for Light Users Data Bundles
- Night plan: You get 1GB for ₦200. It is valid from 12am-5am. Dial *229*3*11# to activate.
- Evening and weekend plan: You get 2GB for ₦1,000 every weekend for the next 30 days. The data is valid from (7pm-7am). Dial *229*3*12# to activate.
- Evening and weekend plan: You get 2GB for ₦1,000 every weekend for the next 30 days. The data is valid from (7pm-7am). Dial *229*3*12# to activate.
- Evening and weekend plan: You get 5GB for ₦2,000 every weekend for the next 30 days. The data is valid from (7pm-7am). Dial *229*3*13# to activate.
- The 1.5GB data costs ₦1,200. Dial *229*2*7# to subscribe, text AND11 to 229. This data plan is valid for 30 days.
- The 2.5GB data costs ₦2,000. Dial *229*2*8# to subscribe, text AND2 to 229. This data plan is valid for 30 days.
- The 4GB data costs ₦3,000. Dial *229*2*36# to subscribe. This data plan is valid for 30 days.
- The 11.5GB data costs ₦8,000. Dial *229*2*5# to subscribe, text MB6 to 229. This data plan is valid for 30 days.
- The 15GB data costs ₦10,000. Dial *229*4*1# to subscribe, text SM1 to 229. This data plan is valid for 30 days.
9Mobile Data Sharing
Not all but few knows that data can be shared between 9mobile (Etisalat) users, to transfer data to your love ones, simply dial *229*Your Pin*Amount of Data to be Transfered*Receiver’s Number#.
Note, the default PIN is 0000 and you can change it by dialing *247*0000*New Pin#, and the minimum is 10MB while the maximum data to be sent at once is 50MB and can be sent for a maximum of 5 times daily which will give you 250MB. You’re to have a minimum data balance of 100MB to be able to use this service on 9mobile.
9mobile Data Plan FAQs
- Q: Can you roll over unused data?
- A: Yes, roll over all unused data is only done when users renew their subscription or subscribe to another plan before the expiration of the current plan. Once this is done, the amount of unused data is added to the new data purchased and the validity is added as well.
- Q: Can I give 9mobile data as a gift data?
- A: Yes, with Etisalat you can send data as a gift to your friends and loved ones. To do this, dial the data codes that are associated with the bundle you want to send as gift data and add the person’s number followed by # at the end. For example, the codes for a 200MB subscription is *229*2*10# so to gift someone the 200MB data, you need to dial like this *229*2*10*Recipient’s Phone Number#.
Conclusion
This is an article to inform you of the various data plans that are available on the 9Mobile (Etisalat) network. This article serves as a guide if you’re looking for a suitable 9Mobile (Etisalat) data plan that falls within your budget.
The USSD codes have also been attached with the SMS codes; they’ll help you activate the data bundles whenever you key them in using your device keypad.