Analysis of Fastest Mobile Internet and Fixed Broadband Providers in Nigeria
A recent report by Ookla highlighted the performance of mobile and fixed broadband providers in Nigeria. The study utilized Speedtest intelligence data to determine the top performers based on speed, web browsing, and video streaming quality.
In the latter part of 2024, MTN Nigeria emerged as the provider with the fastest mobile internet speeds, boasting a median 5G download speed of 231.39 Mbps and an upload speed of 17.35 Mbps. This made MTN the preferred network for gamers and video streamers. Airtel and Globacom followed as the second and third top performers for mobile internet speed, respectively.
On the fixed broadband front, ipNX stood out as the fastest provider with a median download speed of 37.78 Mbps and an upload speed of 38.50 Mbps, solidifying its position as the leader in fixed broadband performance in Nigeria for the latter half of 2024.
Geographically, Lagos recorded the highest median mobile download speed at 40.26 Mbps, with Benin City and Ibadan following closely. In terms of fixed broadband, Port Harcourt led with a median download speed of 24.04 Mbps, trailed by Lagos and Kano.