Update: ntel and 9Mobile Commence Their National Roaming Test

ntel, Nigeria’s most advanced 4G/LTE broadband operator has announced a national roaming field trial with 9Mobile.

The operators have received regulatory approval from the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) to commence a national roaming trial over a two-month period. According to ntel, the agreement will enable ntel’s customers to make calls on 9Mobile’s network using any 2G or 3G handset within the specified trial zone.

Commenting on the commencement of the national roaming trial, Ernest Akinlola, ntel’s CEO said “This agreement is a significant step in the right direction for us as a company and the telecommunications eco system. A full national roaming agreement with 9Mobile would provide our growing customer base with a seamless service over 4G/LTE superfast data and voice clarity as well as ubiquitous 3G and 2G coverage nationwide. Both operators are pioneers in innovation and we are pleased to be charting a new path for the industry.”

The national roaming test is expected to commence on both networks from December 1st, 2017. Cheering news for ntel subscribers, you’ll be able to make calls on 9mobile’s network within the specified trial zone (Dec 1st 2017 – January 31st 2018).

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All ntel subscribers will be able to use 4G services everywhere there is 9mobile coverage once roaming testing is completed. Likewise, 9mobile users will be able to roam on the ntel network once roaming testing is concluded.

Note that you have to wait until February 2018 to enjoy these services.  Watch out for more updates as soon as the roaming test is ended.