MTN Dominates Nigeria's Internet Market with 84.6m Users

As of August 2026, the total number of active internet subscribers in Nigeria reached 158,520,893, according to data released by the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC). The majority of these subscribers, totaling 158,066,217, accessed the internet via mobile GSM technology.

MTN led the market with 84,557,845 internet subscribers. The report detailed the growth in internet connectivity over several months, showing that in March 2026, there were 153,151,418 subscribers, which increased to 154,724,088 in April, and further to 157,405,351 by May.

The statistics also included subscribers using Fixed Wired/Wireless and VoIP technologies, but the predominant method of access remained mobile GSM. The NCC's release reflects ongoing trends in the telecommunications industry in Nigeria, highlighting the increasing reliance on mobile devices for internet access.