Nigeria/Africa

Smile

OperatorSmile Communications Nigeria

4G
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LocationNigeriaNG
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PLMN ID · 62127

621
mcc
Nigeria
27
mnc
Smile

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Technology

4G on this network

2G
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1 band

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Record

Updated 2025-04-09

Brand
Smile
Operator
Smile Communications Nigeria
Region
Africa
Dialling code
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Mobile Country Code
All 11 networks on MCC 621
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TADIG code
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Technologies
4G1 band on file
VoLTE (4G calling)
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Wi-Fi calling
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Video calling
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VoNR (5G calling)
UnknownTell us
Status
Live

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About Smile

Smile Communications Nigeria, operating under MCC 621 and MNC 27, is a 4G LTE telecommunications provider operating in Nigeria, Africa's most populous nation. Unlike some of its competitors who began with 2G and 3G technologies, Smile Nigeria notably launched directly into the 4G LTE space claiming to offer super fast and reliable broadband internet services with a national presence. This strategic focus allowed them to cater to the growing demand for data services across major cities, differentiating themselves from more established players like MTN Nigeria (MCC 621, MNC 30) and Globacom (MCC 621, MNC 50) who offer a more diverse range of voice and data plans. Smile's commitment to broadband underlines the shift towards data-centric connectivity in the technologically evolving Nigerian telecoms market. Smile leverages its 4G LTE network to provide various services, focusing primarily on data packages for homes and businesses. This includes offerings like voice and video calls over LTE (VoLTE), showcasing their dedication to modern communication solutions. They were among the first to promote and actively encourage the wide adoption of 4G LTE internet, seeking to address the connectivity gap, particularly in areas where fixed-line infrastructure is limited. Furthermore, Smile Communications' expansion and service evolution have played a part in shaping Nigeria’s broadband landscape, pushing other network operators to enhance their own data service offerings and improve internet accessibility for millions of Nigerians.

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