Recently, the NCC in Nigeria has been working to unify the USSD codes for all network providers. This process is to harmonize the USSD code for all subscribers of different networks; that is, if you’re a user of MTN Nigeria, you have to use the same code as Airtel Nigeria and the rest of it. No more different USSD codes for different networks.
Prior to now, we had to find the different USSD code for the self-service on the different network platforms. MTN Nigeria USSD codes are different from that of 9Mobile and vice versa. If you happen to have two lines from different network providers, what it means is that you have to battle to master the different USSD code posed by these companies that you are subscribed to. This process is not leaving a good user experience; rather, it is posing hitches and difficulties for users. We are quite familiar with the situation where you want to subscribe to 9Mobile, and you find yourself dialing the code for MTN. This is a common happening, and it is as a result of multiple codes from different network providers. Hence, in order to curb this notorious situation, NCC decided to unify the code for all network providers. This is irrespective of any command you want to carry out. So the USSD codes are about 300 of them.
This development was initiated in the early part of 2022, and all the network providers are given the mandate to fall in line by May 17th, 2023, according to Punch newspaper. It also stated that the development will help all the subscribers to have a better experience going forward since it will no longer be a different network and different USSD code. For instance, if you’re a user of MTN Nigeria, your USSD code with Glow Nigeria will be the same.
However, in this article, we are going to be looking at some salient facts to help us narrow the information down. Latest USSD code for Glo Nigeria, New USSD code for MTN, new USSD code for 9Mobile, and New Airtel USSD code.
New USSD Codes for Glo Nigeria
If you find yourself being redirected when you dial the USSD code that you have been using from the inception of the telecommunication company, it is as a result of the unifying process being carried out by NCC. Prior to now, it used to be *777# to recharge your glo line from your bank, or you dialed it to subscribe for data on your glow line. But because of the ongoing unification, here are the new or unified codes.
| command word | Unified USSD code |
| Recharge Airtime | Dial 311 Voucher PIN # for airtime. |
| Check Balance | *310# to check airtime balance. |
| Link NIN | Borrow airtime with *303# |
| DND | Manage DND: 2442. |
| Port Number | Port number using 3232. |
New USSD Codes for MTN Nigeria
Formally, we used to dial *556# to check our account balance for MTN users and 180 and 181 for online customer care, but all that has changed. The new unified codes are what is obtainable for all networks.
- For airtime recharge, the new code is *311* Voucher PIN #
- To check MTN airtime balance, the new code is *310#
- To borrow airtime, dial *303#
- To buy data dial *312#
- To share data, dial *321#
- To check your data balance, dial *323#
- For MTN Value-added Services, dial *305#
- To link your NIN to your MTN line, dial *996#
Airtel users may take a while to forget the old *124# code to check their airtime balance as the codes have changed. Find the new USSD codes below.
- For airtime recharge, the new code is *311* Voucher PIN #
- To check Airtel airtime balance, the new code is *310#
- To borrow airtime, dial *303#
- To buy data, dial *312#
- To share data, dial *321#
- To check your data balance, dial *323#
- For Airtel Value-added Services, dial *305#
- To link your NIN to your Airtel line, dial *996#
The USSD code For 9Mobile
Also like the other mobile operators, the USSD codes are the same and repeated below.
- For airtime recharge, the new code is *311* Voucher PIN #
- To check 9Mobile airtime balance, the new code is *310#
- To borrow airtime, dial *303#
- To buy data, dial *312#
- To share data, dial *321#
- To check your data balance, dial *323#
- For 9Mobile Value-added Services, dial *305#
- To link your NIN to your 9Mobile line, dial *996#
What the Benefits of the Unified USSD Code
- It has made user experience easier and better.
- It has reduced confusion and frustrations.
- It has made online transactions and banking easier.
- It has made USSD code less cumbersome, which is what it should be.
- The unified USSD code has made Nigeria join the bandwagon of unified USSD codes, as it is what is obtainable all over the world.
In conclusion,
The unified USSD code has made life easier even for the elderly, most especially. To see the elderly suffer the difficulties of trying to carry out functions not knowing which code is for which is a big deal. But all that is in the past now. So you’re welcome to a whole new world of change.