Lebara officially starts network operations across Nigeria, selling SIM cards and providing affordable phone calls and internet data.
Lebara has officially opened for business across all of Nigeria. This major update means everyone living in the country can now buy and use Lebara SIM cards to make phone calls, send text messages, and browse the internet on their phones.
People can easily get these SIM cards from local shops, trained agents, and popular phone stores like Slot across various states.
This full market launch started on Monday, September 14, 2026, when the company officially turned on its network services for general public use.
The move came after several months of testing and setting up its technology systems in major cities. Additional reporting from technology monitors confirmed that customers can download the official MyLebara application directly from the Google Play Store or Apple App Store to register their SIM cards from the comfort of their homes.
The head of the company, Chief Executive Officer Teniola Stuffman, expressed huge excitement over the official launch.
Speaking about the new development, she said, “We are excited to officially go live and make Lebara SIMs available to Nigerians. This is an important step for us as we begin to bring our services directly to customers”.
She also explained their core goal by adding, “Our focus is on making connectivity simple and accessible while building digital experiences that give our customers more value”.
The main reason for starting this service in Nigeria is to give people an easier, cheaper, and more reliable way to stay connected online.
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Many phone users in the country often complain about high data prices, bad network signals, and missing phone credit. Telecom industry analysis shows that Lebara is operating as a Mobile Virtual Network Operator.
This special license allows them to partner with already existing network masts, such as Airtel’s network, to deliver clear calls and fast internet without spending huge amounts of money building new metal towers everywhere.
This cost saving model allows them to sell cheaper data and give customers extra benefits like cloud storage, phone buying loans, and entertainment packages.
People who want to try the new service can choose between a standard plastic SIM card or a digital eSIM that works inside modern smartphones without physical insertion.
The network uses phone numbers starting with “0724” so users can easily recognize Lebara lines when making calls. With over 1,000 registered agents ready to assist users nationwide, the new company aims to challenge older telecom brands by offering honest pricing and simple phone services that anyone can understand and use every day.
Jennifer Baba is a journalist, international news correspondent, and writer at Moderncrux, where she covers artificial intelligence, fintech, emerging technologies, global politics, and international affairs. Based in Nigeria, she is passionate about transforming complex global developments into clear, engaging stories that inform and inspire readers.
