- Analysis period: January 1, 2025 – December 31, 2025
The nPerf score, expressed in nPoints, reflects the overall quality of the connection experienced by the user. The results take into account all relevant indicators.
MTN establishes itself as leader of mobile Internet in Nigeria for 2025, according to the annual nPerf barometer. This edition reveals strong competition between three major operators with differentiated service profiles across all performance indicators.
MTN leads the sector with 37 106 nPoints and dominates all measured indicators. With download bitrate of 18.7 Mbps and upload bitrate of 8.7 Mbps, the operator delivers the fastest speeds in the market. Leader in browsing (35.8%) and video streaming (67.0%), it ensures a smooth experience for data-intensive applications.
Airtel ranks second with 25 614 nPoints and achieves solid performances across key metrics. Download bitrate reaches 10.6 Mbps and upload bitrate 4.7 Mbps, supporting reliable video calls and content sharing. The operator demonstrates strong video streaming capabilities (62.5%, 2nd position), providing users with consistent content delivery.
Glo completes the podium with 20 475 nPoints and displays the best latency in the sector (121.8 ms). The operator ranks second in browsing (29.9%), ensuring efficient web navigation for users.
Measurements based on 40 617 tests conducted via the nPerf application on Android and iOS.
“The Nigerian market demonstrates strong competition with three operators delivering increasingly capable networks for streaming and data-intensive applications”, declares Sébastien de Rosbo, Chief Executive Officer of nPerf.
