Web Trends Nigeria » ISP http://webtrendsng.com/blog ...shaping the future of Internet usage in Nigeria! Fri, 03 Feb 2012 14:30:17 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.2.1 MTN cheap Internet service, set to disrupt the market http://webtrendsng.com/blog/mtn-cheap-internet-service-set-to-disrupt-the-market/ http://webtrendsng.com/blog/mtn-cheap-internet-service-set-to-disrupt-the-market/#comments Sat, 13 Nov 2010 12:42:27 +0000 Possicon http://webtrendsng.com/blog/?p=2396 MTNhires_logoMTN is the largest telecom operator in Nigeria with almost 50% market share. Before now, their prices were the highest but due to the new Main One cable that arrived Nigeria earlier in the year they have reviewed their prices downward.

In a recent meeting with we had with MTN representative, she did shared with us some of the challenges they are facing as operator. Some of which include theft of power generators in their base stations and the surest thing in Nigeria; power absence we could feel their pain but average user just wanted effective service irrespective of what you face.

The review also came after they signed up with Main One cable to use the large bandwidth the platform provides.

Bundle Plan Inclusive Data Validity Period Price (N) Activation Codes
Daily 150MB 24hours 500 103
Night 3GB 9pm-6am 2,500 102
Weekend 3GB 9pm(Fri )-6am (Mon) 3,000 108
Daytime 3GB 9am-9pm( 30days) 6,000 107
Monthly 5GB 24/7 8,000 101
Out of bundle rate 5kobo per kilobyte applies.

What it means for the industry

As the market leader, the reviewed it price, we expect to see panic in the industry amongst other ISPs. MTN have one of the smartest marketing team in the industry and we could expect them to take the product to the nook and crannies of the country. MTN also have the widest coverage of the country.

Though their 3.5G service is not available in every states, it covered top cities in the country; Lagos, Abuja,   Enugu,  Port Harcourt, Kano, Benin, Ibadan, Kaduna, Onitsha, Aba and Asaba.

Starcomms is the operator we expect to review it price which it did for over a year ago. Well, Glo just reviewed it price we don’t expect it to do another review so soon. While Etisalat and Zain are still fighting for market share in the data, MTN is yet again blazing the trail in the growing data market in the country.

Overall, telecom operators are now shifting their focus on data market and as such is impacting the market and connecting unconnected people. It’s a good shift, and will sure drive more consumers to the internet.

What do you see happening in the nearest future?

]]> http://webtrendsng.com/blog/mtn-cheap-internet-service-set-to-disrupt-the-market/feed/ 2 Glo launched N34, 000(But not really) Netbook with 3months free internet service http://webtrendsng.com/blog/glo-launched-n34-000but-not-really-netbook-with-3months-free-internet-service/ http://webtrendsng.com/blog/glo-launched-n34-000but-not-really-netbook-with-3months-free-internet-service/#comments Sat, 13 Nov 2010 07:38:57 +0000 Possicon http://webtrendsng.com/blog/?p=2392 gloGlobabom, one of Nigeria’s leading telecom operators has launched a mouthwatering netbook+internet connection for as low as N34000.

In partnership with HP and Esset, the netbook comes preinstalled with inbuilt data sim card and free internet connection for 3months. Esset, an antivirus company in the partnership handles the protection side of the deal with a 1-year anti-virus license.

Just recently, someone went to their office to confirm the price, but unfortunately it’s not what was advertised on TV. The true prices are; Embeded Sim netbook NGN75,000, with a USB modem for NGN 62,500. Both models have a 160 GB SATA hard disk drive, webcam with integrated digital microphone and Bluetooth wireless networking.

The product is available at Glo world nationwide.

]]> http://webtrendsng.com/blog/glo-launched-n34-000but-not-really-netbook-with-3months-free-internet-service/feed/ 3 Nigeria’s Cheapest Internet Service Providers [Comparison Chart] http://webtrendsng.com/blog/nigeria%e2%80%99s-cheapest-internet-service-providers-comparison-chart/ http://webtrendsng.com/blog/nigeria%e2%80%99s-cheapest-internet-service-providers-comparison-chart/#comments Wed, 01 Sep 2010 09:40:16 +0000 Possicon http://webtrendsng.com/blog/?p=1818 Internet access remains the bedrock of any successful internet business, for now, we still have what I call “shadow broadband internet access” in Nigeria. I do understand that most of us try to get the best, affordable, and fast internet service in Nigeria. We have highlighted below prices of internet subscriptions in Nigeria. It’s in two segments; 1st compares the ones offered by telecom operators (GSM) and then CDMA telecom operators. These services are targeted at small scale business to personal internet needs (we hope to do a comparison of corporate internet services).

I have tested virtually all of them and I can say categorically that they work fine for basic internet needs. Your location is also a pointer to whether you will get best coverage offered by these firms. In my own location, most times I get HSDPA and EVDO signals, these are real broadband (in Nigerian context)!

GSM Providers

MTN Glo Zain Etisalat
24 hour for 30days 3GB data cap: N10,000 5GB data cap: N10,000 3GB data cap: N10,000 3GB data cap: N10,000
N/A N/A 1.5GB data cap: N5,000 1GB data cap:

N5, 000

 N/A
N/A N/A N/A N/A 500MB data cap:

N3, 000
N/A N/A N/A 100MB data cap:

N1, 000

 100MB data cap:

N1, 000
All-Night for 30

Days

3GB data cap:

N2,500

 N/A N/A N/A
24-hours Only 50MB data cap:

N500

 150MB data cap:

N500

 50MB data cap:

N500

 N/A
Pay-As-You-Use 15 kobo per kb 15 kobo per kb

15 kobo per kb

15 kobo per kb

The bone of contention has largely been the data-cap introduced by most of the service providers; most people (high-end users) are not very comfortable with that. In as much as I liked how fast there services are; I am usually put off by the data limits

They are also good for mobile internet access! The most reasonable of them all is the ones offered by Zain and Etisalat; 100mb per month at N1000. I have tried both services, I prefer Etisalat as its stable and fast. While Etisalat is a big minus if you go out of covered states, remains the best in states it is present e.g Lagos.

CDMA/EVDO Service providers

Time Multilinks Starcomms Zoom
50hrs N3,400; 30days N5000; 14days
100hrs N5,600; 60days N6500; Unlimited data
250hrs N9,900; 90days N15000; 90days Unlimited
24hrs for 30days N9,000; 6Gig Cap N15950; Unlimited N10,000; Unlimited data
Business Hours N6,000; 8am-8pm 6Gig N7000; 9am-9pm; Unlimited Data N7000; 8am-6pm;30days
Night Browsing N3,500; 12am-8am 20Gig N6000; 11pm-7am; Unlimited Data N5000;11pm-6am; 30days

I was surprised to discover that Multilinks have data limits on their services. Their connection is fast and well priced compared to others but the data cap doesn’t cut it for me.

Starcomms is stable, fast and accessible! But it comes with a huge price compared to others; it is expensive but you get value for money! Recharging your plan is as simple as normal voice call recharge.

For Zoom, am waiting (hope not in vain) for when they will wake up from their slumber. I first used their internet service (1X) in  2006, best as at that time and quite a number of people troop onto the network then came the problem of scaling their service, they failed! For every installation you had to “Carry” your system to their office to install the software. Until recently, you have to go to their office to obtain internet card (which is different from the normal call cards unlike Starcomms) to recharge your network. I tried it out recently; it was very fast, apparently because they have lost all their customers to competitors. Their customer service is way below average; their staffs are always discussing unnecessary issues and will not attend to you timely! Are there customer service checks by NCC? Just asking!

Benefit of GSM networks

Imagine traveling to a remote place where you can only make calls? Well your Starcomms or multilinks may not be available in that village, but with the GSM service you will still be able to access internet but at snail speed! So if you are an interstate business person, consider using the GSM providers’ service.

If you are base in one of the top cities in the country where CDMA/EVDO operators are based and use the internet heavily, it makes business sense than the GSM networks.

Over to you, which internet service provider do you use and how reliable?

]]> http://webtrendsng.com/blog/nigeria%e2%80%99s-cheapest-internet-service-providers-comparison-chart/feed/ 7 Glo now provides the cheapest Internet Service in Nigeria http://webtrendsng.com/blog/glo-now-provides-the-cheapest-internet-service-in-nigeria/ http://webtrendsng.com/blog/glo-now-provides-the-cheapest-internet-service-in-nigeria/#comments Wed, 18 Aug 2010 13:15:15 +0000 Possicon http://webtrendsng.com/blog/?p=1748 Internet access is key to conducting business online for business owners and the consumers. The cheaper and easier people can get online the better the chances of patronizing your internet service.

The leading internet service provides in the country have been operating more or less like a cartel, same price for same bandwidth across the board. Bad!

In the current market prices, this remains the cheapest. This is a sign that Glo1 Cable will surely disrupt the market and possibly drag down the prices.

Prepaid 3G HSI Packages

Packages Description Monthly fee Validity period Time of use
Always MAX With this package you can connect to the internet anytime, anywhere within coverage area. It allows you to browse and download up to 5GB of data within the 30 day validity period. N10,000 30 days All day
Always MIN With this package you can connect to the internet anytime, anywhere within coverage area. It allows you to browse and download up to 1.5GB of data within the 30 day validity period. N5,000 30 days All day
Always Day With this package you can connect to the internet anytime, anywhere within coverage area. It allows you to browse and download up to 150MB of data within the 24 hours. N500 24 hours All day
G 300 With this package you can connect to the internet anytime, anywhere within coverage area. It allows you to browse and download up to 4GB over a cumulative period of 300 hours N15,000 300 hours/3months All day
G 100 With this package you can connect to the internet anytime, anywhere within coverage area. It allows you to browse and download up to 3GB over a cumulative period of 100 hours N6,000 100 hours/1month All Day
G work With this package you can connect to the internet from 8am to 9pm, anywhere within coverage area. It allows you to browse and download up to 3GB within the 30day validity period N6,000 30 days 8am – 9 pm
G leisure With this package you can connect to the internet from 8pm to 9am, anywhere within coverage area. It allows you to browse and download up to 3GB within the 30day validity period N5000 30 days 8pm to 9am everyday + all day during weekend
]]> http://webtrendsng.com/blog/glo-now-provides-the-cheapest-internet-service-in-nigeria/feed/ 19 Facebook adoption and spending on the rise in Africa http://webtrendsng.com/blog/facebook-adoption-and-spending-on-the-raise-in-africa/ http://webtrendsng.com/blog/facebook-adoption-and-spending-on-the-raise-in-africa/#comments Tue, 20 Apr 2010 13:23:36 +0000 Possicon http://webtrendsng.com/blog/?p=1264 Facebook adoption continues to see growth every month. Let’s take a look at how it has feared this quarter. The countries under review have a combined 85% of total African population on Facebook.

Growth in South Africa has saturation point while Egypt, Tunisia and morocco are all fast rising.  Egypt added the highest number of users (392680) between February and now followed by Morocco (345, 380), Tunisia 309,920 and Nigeria, 155,480. Egypt added almost as much users the total number of Ghana, Facebook users.

S/N

Countries

February

April

Change

Internet Users

 % Penetration

1

 Egypt

2,573,080

2,965,760

13%

12,600,000

23.5

2

 South Africa

2,389,560

2,437,540

2%

4,600,000

53.0

3

 Morocco

1,275,780

1,621,160

21%

10,300,000

15.7

4

 Tunisia

1,136,880

1,446,800

21%

2,000,000

72.3

5

 Nigeria

1,029,300

1,184,780

13%

11,000,000

10.8

6

 Kenya

554,380

632,540

12%

3,400,000

18.6

7

 Ghana

354,380

429,920

18%

997,000

43.1

Egypt is very far ahead of the pack, leading South Africa with more than 500,000 users and penetration still at 23.5%, it sure can increase the gap in months to come. South Africa’s increments in just 2% as oppose 21% or Morocco and Tunisia and 13% of both Egypt and Nigeria.

Chart

stats

Demography

Countries Male Female
Egypt 61% 39%
South Africa 49% 51%
Morocco 61% 39%
Tunisia 58% 42%
Nigeria 66% 34%
Kenya 68% 32%
Ghana 68% 32%

Spending on Facebook

Countries avg. CPC avg. CPM
South Africa

$0.27

$0.12
Nigeria

$0.26

$0.11
Kenya

$0.17

$0.07
Ghana

$0.10

$0.04
Egypt

$0.06

$0.03
Morocco

$0.06

$0.03
Tunisia

$0.05

$0.02

As Facebook continues its search for profitability, it has to selectively choose which African country to focus on. Apparently, South Africa is a country of choice given the technology advancement in the country. Though Egypt and other African countries have considerable user base, but if they are unable to affect Facebook bottom-line, I think will be a huge liability to the company.

]]> http://webtrendsng.com/blog/facebook-adoption-and-spending-on-the-raise-in-africa/feed/ 0 Get Starcomms gadget + subscription for just N11,999 http://webtrendsng.com/blog/get-starcomms-gadget-subscription-for-just-n11999/ http://webtrendsng.com/blog/get-starcomms-gadget-subscription-for-just-n11999/#comments Mon, 29 Mar 2010 18:26:54 +0000 Possicon http://webtrendsng.com/blog/?p=1188

Nigerian internet market is witnessing big competition as the telcos taking the fight to the destination of primary ISPs. Top telecoms operators in Nigeria reduced their subscription prices coming up with various subscription plans that are affordable and targeted at those who just want to get online. Prices range from 500 for 5omb, 1000 for 100mb and maximum of 3gig for 10,000 per month.

Starcomms has been in the game for long and has been the one setting the pace; as the game have changed now, the need to change has dawn on starcomms. The new product iZap@star is affordable and mobile. It’s a USB based gadget that you can take anywhere you wasnt.

To own one, simply purchase any of the plans you prefer; starting at N12,999 for the gadget plus 100hours, other includes the following;

USB Purple 250hours (90days)
N21, 499

USB Purple always on (30days)
N22, 499

USB Purple Biz bundle (30days)
N14, 999

USB Purple Night bundle (30days)
N11, 999

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Swift Network is a top broadband internet service provider in Nigeria with extremely fast connection. About a year ago, it launched  hotspot internet service in various restaurant in Lagos and has since continued to expand it’s network.

One of the main headache using their old platform is that every installation of their network must be done by their engineers reducing the potential expansion of the service. I recommended and install their network for a microfinance bank about a  year ago and I must say, the service has been awesome.

4G Technology refers to the fourth generation of cellular wireless standards. It is a successor to 3G and 2G standards. The nomenclature of the generations generally refers to a change in the fundamental nature of the service. The first was the move from analogue to digital (2G), which was followed by multi-media support (3G) and now 4G, which refers to all IP packet switched networks and increases in data speeds. -Wikipedia

Swift operate one of the fastest internet service in Nigeria, how superfast will this new 4G bring? The launch is next month.

Hardware upgrade

For people currently subscribed to Switch Network radio-based connection, you are ask to update you profile information on their website to exchange it for a new 4G Wimax modems to use 4G technology.

To update your details:

(1)  For changes to your address; email; and contact phone numbers:

(a)  Visit our website (http://www.swiftng.com/payments.asp);
(b)  Log on with your username (Your Subscriber ID number) and enter your password in the required field.
If your password has not been changed from the default password since you
became our customer, then use the default password.
(c) Click on “Edit Profile” to edit/update your contact information

(2) For changes to your name and/or subscriber ID only, please send an
email to customercare@swiftng.com

April 15th is the deadline for update.

Have you used Swift Network internet connection before and believe is the best in Nigeria? Please vote for it here.


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Last year January we conducted a survey on to ISP in the country. We understand things have changed since last year, some of the companies listed launched various products and upgraded their services. Some that were vibrant last year might have gone bad. We don’t want to assume but will like to have you share your experience with us. We will make the result known to the public after we receive enough entries.

Click here to choose.

]]> http://webtrendsng.com/blog/best-internet-service-provider-isp-in-nigeria/feed/ 0 Countdown to Technology Outlook, Agenda Overview http://webtrendsng.com/blog/countdown-to-technology-outlook-agenda-overview/ http://webtrendsng.com/blog/countdown-to-technology-outlook-agenda-overview/#comments Tue, 16 Feb 2010 10:39:17 +0000 Possicon http://webtrendsng.com/blog/?p=952 All is set for the much expected yearly event, Technology Outlook 2010, where movers in the technology industry in Nigeria gather to chart the course for the industry in 2010 and beyond. You can register for the event by click here. Below are the people to expect and particular panels they will be discussing on.

Summit Keynote Presenters and Panelists

Day One: Tuesday, February 23, 2010

TELEPHONY FORUM

Keynote: Ikra Bilbis, Minister of State, Information & Communications

Ernest Ndukwe, NCC

Wale Goodluck, MTN Nigeria

Steve Evans, Etisalat Nigeria;

Chinenye Mba-Uzoukwu, eShekels

Sylvester Anyanwun, Senate

Funke Opeke, Main One

Jameel Mohammed, Globacom

Afam Edozie, FiCres Capital

Jeffrey Hedberg, MultiLinks Telkom

Philip de la Vega, Nokia Nigeria

ICT in GOVERNANCE FORUM

Keynote: Gerald Ilukwe, GalaxyBackbone

Ahmed Rufai, NigComSat

Cleopas Angaye, NITDA

Case Study Presentations by:

Lagos State

Delta State

Kano State

E-BUSINESS FORUM

Keynote: Tani Fafunwa, Resourcery Limited

Collins Onuegbu, Signal Alliance

Austin Okere, CWG

Dele Arikawe, Chevron

Day Two: Wednesday, February 24, 2010

E-PAYMENT FORUM

Keynote: Sanusi Lamido, CBN

Demola Aladekomo, Chams

Mitchell Elegbe, Interswitch

John Obaro, Systemspecs

Bisi Onasanya, First Bank

Valentine Obi, eTranzact

Basil Udotai, Technology Advisors

OEM FORUM

Keynote: Leo Stan Ekeh, Zinox

Florence Seriki, Omatek

Ime Umo, HP

Harold Anumihe, Dell

Bode Pedro, VEDA Technology

Tunji Balogun, Brian

Will Anyaegbunam, Beta

Emmanuel Onyeje, Microsoft

ICT INTEREST GROUP NIGERIA

FORUM

Charles Uwadia, NCS

Ibrahim Tizhe, CPN

Chris Uwaje, ISPON

Emmanuel Ekuwem, ATCON

Lanre Ajayi, NIG

Gbenga Adebayo, ALTON

Samuel Adeleke, ISPAN

Jimson Olufuye, ISPAN

Day Three: Thursday, February 25, 2010

JOURNALISM & NEW MEDIA

FORUM

Keynote: Dele Olojede, Next

Dora Akunyili, Minister of Information & Communications

Steve Ayorinde, Punch

Ibim Seminitari, Business Eye

Waziri Adio, Think Tank Consult

Funmi Iyanda, CEO, FI

Simon Kolawole, ThisDay

N’emeka Maduegbuna, PRCAN

Tolu Ogunkoya, Media Reach

Ade Atobatele, Nigeria.com

Taiwo Obe, TaijoWonukabe

INTERNET FORUM

Keynote: Chima Onyekwere, Linkserve

Mary Uduma, NIRA

Ibukun Odusote, NIRA

Cleopas Angaye, NITDA

Bruce Ayonote, Suburban

Lanre Ajayi, NIG

Muhammed Rudman, IXP Nigeria

Charles Anudu, Swift Networks

WEB 2.0 FORUM

Keynote: Femi Awoyemi, Proshare

Gbenga Sesan, PIN

Oreoluwa Somolu, W.TEC

Loy Okezie, Startups Nigeria

Oluseye Amusa, Kogno

Temi Kolawole, Sturvs

Tim Akinbo, TimbaObject

Ayodeji Adewunmi, Jobberman

Mayowa Owolabi, Dudumobile,

Sheriff Shittu, Web Trends Nigeria

Website: ishopinlondon.com

Facebook Page: ishopinlondon.com on Facebook

]]> http://webtrendsng.com/blog/countdown-to-technology-outlook-agenda-overview/feed/ 2 Nigerian Web technologist takes the web to the mainstream http://webtrendsng.com/blog/nigerian-web-technologist-takes-the-web-to-the-mainstream/ http://webtrendsng.com/blog/nigerian-web-technologist-takes-the-web-to-the-mainstream/#comments Mon, 14 Dec 2009 20:17:59 +0000 Possicon http://webtrendsng.com/blog/?p=762 Technology Times Outlook 2010 Business Summit is an annual event organized by Technology Times Media Limited a leading technology publishing outfit in Nigeria. The event always brings together policy makers, Industry’s experts, and thought leaders in the Nigerian technology industry. It was successfully hosted last year with top executives in banking and telecoms present.

2010 event promises to be a ground breaking one as agenda is set to include web 2.0 Forum in the masterpiece event. Young Nigerians with interest and expertise in the web industry have been invited to be at the event. There are: Executive Director, Paradigm Initiative Nigeria, Gbenga Sesan and Executive Director, Women’s Technology Empowerment Centre (W.TEC), Oreoluwa Somolu. Others include CEO, Startups Nigeria, Loy Okezie; CEO, Kogno Worldwide Ltd, Oluseye Amusa; Co-founder, Sturvs, Temi Kolawole; CEO TimbaObject Company, Tim Akinbo; an Internet Strategist, Ayodeji Adewunmi; COO, Dudumobile, Mayowa Owolabi and a Web Consultant and CEO of Web Trends Nigeria, Sheriff Shittu (Myself).

The young minds invited have shown their interest over the years in developing Nigerian web industry and this is a good opportunity to take the “web message to the mainstream”. Nigeria currently has 11 million internet users out the population that exceed 140 million. Telecom and internet is growing geometrically in Nigeria; recently mobile phone users surpassed 70million mark to make it one of the top countries in the world experiencing massive growth.

This is a step in the right direction as I see this to be an opportunity to dialogue with the business community and government to chart a course for the future of Nigerian Web Industry.

The event will take place on 2nd-4th of February 2010 at Muson Center Onikan Lagos, Nigeria. Are you planning to attend? Let’s get it started.

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