New Telecom Operator Launches With New Number Series, Completes Integration With MTN, Others

New Telecom Operator Launches With New Number Series, Completes Integration With MTN, Others

  • Nigeria’s newest Mobile Virtual Network Operator, Vitel Wireless, said it has completed integration with MTN Nigeria
  • This partnership is a significant milestone in expanding affordable and accessible telecom services for Nigerians.
  • Vitel Wireless became the first MVNO in the country to fully integrate with a major Mobile Network Operator across the 36 states

Legit.ng’s Pascal Oparada has reported on tech, energy, stocks, investment and the economy for over a decade.

Vitel Wireless, one of Nigeria’s leading Mobile Virtual Network Operators (MVNOs), has officially launched its services nationwide after completing network integration with MTN Nigeria.

This partnership marks a major milestone in expanding affordable and accessible telecom services for Nigerians.

Another network operator, Vitel Wireless, launches with new number series
Vitel Wireless announces full integration with MTN and other telcos. Credit: Novatis
Source: UGC

Seamless MTN integration for better service delivery

With this move, Vitel Wireless becomes the first MVNO in the country to fully integrate with a major Mobile Network Operator (MNO) and begin operations across all 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).

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According to the company’s Chief Operating Officer (COO), Chudi Nwabueze, the integration with MTN allows Vitel Wireless to deliver high-quality voice, data, and value-added services to customers throughout the country.

Leveraging MTN’s robust network infrastructure, Vitel will offer reliable coverage and connectivity, enabling more Nigerians to stay connected with ease.

“Our collaboration with MTN ensures that we can introduce competitive plans and innovative solutions that meet the evolving needs of consumers,” Nwabueze said.

Competitive plans and flexible packages for all

The COO noted that Vitel Wireless is now well-positioned to introduce a wide range of service offerings, including flexible packages and customised plans tailored to different customer needs.

From budget-conscious users to high-data consumers, the company says it is ready to serve all segments of Nigeria’s telecom market.

Nwabueze emphasised that the company’s approach centres on accessibility, affordability, and customer experience.

“We are bringing next-generation telecom solutions to Nigerians,” he added.

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Historic firsts in Nigeria’s MVNO sector

Vitel Wireless has already established itself as a pioneer in Nigeria’s MVNO space. After being licensed by the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) as one of 46 MVNOs, Vitel became the first operator in the sector to issue a numbering plan and receive national and international routing codes.

It is also the first in Africa to launch a location awareness network, and the first MVNO in Nigeria to achieve interconnectivity with Airtel, Glo, and 9Mobile, in addition to its MTN partnership.

Commitment to digital transformation

Nwabueze said the company’s vision aligns with Nigeria’s broader digital transformation goals. “Our official launch is a commitment to delivering accessible and innovative mobile solutions for Nigerians,” he noted. “We are here to contribute to Nigeria’s digital economy in a meaningful and impactful way.”

With its strong infrastructure partnerships and national reach, Vitel Wireless is poised to become a major player in Nigeria’s telecom industry, offering Nigerians more choices and better value in mobile services.

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More options for Nigerians as Vitel Wirelss completes integration
Nigerians to call all networks with Vitel Wireless as the firm completes integration. Credit: Picture Alliance/Contributor
Source: Getty Images

New number series emerges

A previous report by Legit.ng disclosed that Lebara Nigeria, a subsidiary of the London-based Mobile Virtual Network Operator (MVNO) Lebara, has officially secured the 0724 phone number series as it prepares to fully launch in Q3 2025.

The new development marks a major step in its strategic entry into the Nigerian telecom market.

In a statement, the company said it has secured full interconnectivity with all major mobile network operators in the country.

Experts explain benefits of MVNOs

Legit.ng earlier reported that move in June 2023 by the Nigerian Communications Commission to open up licensing for independent Mobile Virtual Network Operators (MVNOs) had the potential to spark a rush of digital innovation, industry observers are saying.

And as this "great Nigerian MVNO race" becomes a one-of-a-kind laboratory for creating innovative mobile communications products and infrastructure models, businesses worldwide are watching closely to learn what the market will adopt and where they should invest their development budgets in the coming years.

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While MVNOs have been a big part of the international telecommunications industry for decades, the first MVNO model was launched by Virgin Mobile UK in 1999.

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Pascal Oparada (Business editor) For over a decade, Pascal Oparada has reported on tech, energy, stocks, investment, and the economy. He has worked in many media organizations such as Daily Independent, TheNiche newspaper, and the Nigerian Xpress. He is a 2018 PwC Media Excellence Award winner. Email:pascal.oparada@corp.legit.ng

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