🇳🇬 Nigeria — SMS & WhatsApp

SMS & WhatsApp API for Nigeria

EnvoiSMS.ma delivers SMS and WhatsApp messages directly to Nigeria's 220M+ mobile subscribers via MTN Nigeria, Airtel Nigeria, Glo (Globacom), 9mobile (formerly Etisalat). Connect your application in minutes with our REST API.

Last updated: July 8, 2026

Mobile Operators in Nigeria

Nigeria has 4 major mobile networks: MTN Nigeria, Airtel Nigeria, Glo (Globacom), 9mobile (formerly Etisalat). EnvoiSMS.ma routes SMS and WhatsApp messages directly through these carriers for maximum delivery rates and minimal latency.

  • MTN Nigeria — 37% market share
  • Airtel Nigeria — 27% market share
  • Glo (Globacom) — 22% market share
  • 9mobile (formerly Etisalat) — 11% market share

Pricing in Local Currency

[NEEDS FACT-CHECK: pricing — local Naira (NGN) rates for SMS and WhatsApp in Nigeria] EnvoiSMS.ma offers competitive per-message pricing billed in NGN. Volume discounts are available for bulk campaigns.

  • Currency: ₦ (NGN)
  • [NEEDS FACT-CHECK: SMS price per message in NGN]
  • [NEEDS FACT-CHECK: WhatsApp session price in NGN]
  • No subscription fees — pay per use

Compliance & Regulation in Nigeria

SMS messaging in Nigeria is regulated by the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC). Sender IDs in Nigeria must be registered with the NCC through the sending aggregator. Alphanumeric sender IDs (e.g. "MyBrand") are supported on all major networks. [NEEDS FACT-CHECK: NCC registration fee and typical approval turnaround time]

  • Nigeria operates a Do-Not-Disturb (DND) registry managed by the NCC. Subscribers can opt out by dialing 2442. Promotional messages must not be sent to DND-registered numbers.

API Integration

Connect to our REST API in minutes. Send SMS and WhatsApp messages to Nigeria phone numbers with full delivery reporting (DLR webhooks), sender ID management, and OTP verification flows.

  • REST API with Bearer token authentication
  • Real-time delivery reports (DLR webhooks)
  • Native +234 number normalization
  • Sandbox environment for testing
Frequently asked questions

Tout savoir sur 🇳🇬 Nigeria — SMS & WhatsApp.

How do I register a Sender ID in Nigeria?
Sender IDs in Nigeria must be registered with the NCC through the sending aggregator. Alphanumeric sender IDs (e.g. "MyBrand") are supported on all major networks. [NEEDS FACT-CHECK: NCC registration fee and typical approval turnaround time]
What SMS delivery rates can I expect in Nigeria?
EnvoiSMS.ma connects directly to MTN Nigeria, Airtel Nigeria, Glo (Globacom), 9mobile (formerly Etisalat) for premium delivery routes. Typical delivery rates exceed 95% for correctly formatted numbers. Real-time DLR webhooks confirm delivery status per message.
Does EnvoiSMS.ma support OTP verification in Nigeria?
Yes. Our Verify API sends time-limited OTP codes to Nigeria numbers with confirmation via webhook. OTP SMS is distinct from promotional SMS — no sender-ID marketing restrictions apply to transactional/OTP messages.
What is the difference between OTP and promotional SMS in Nigeria?
OTP (transactional) SMS is triggered by user action (login, payment confirmation) and is exempt from marketing opt-out rules. Promotional SMS is unsolicited commercial messaging and must comply with NCC marketing regulations, including DND restrictions.
How does opt-out work for SMS campaigns in Nigeria?
Nigeria operates a Do-Not-Disturb (DND) registry managed by the NCC. Subscribers can opt out by dialing 2442. Promotional messages must not be sent to DND-registered numbers.
What messaging types are supported for Nigeria numbers?
EnvoiSMS.ma supports: standard SMS, long SMS (multi-segment), Unicode SMS (Arabic, Hausa, Swahili and other scripts), WhatsApp Business API messages, and OTP verification flows.

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