Ways to Stay Connected with Family and Friends Abroad Using Nigerian Telecom Services

In today’s global world, it’s not common for Nigerians to have family and friends living oversea. Whether it’s for work, education, or other reasons, the distance can be challenging. However, with the advancement of mobile technology and Nigerian telecom services, staying connected with loved ones abroad has become easier and more affordable.

In this blog post, I’ll talk about the various ways Nigerians can stay connected with family and friends abroad using local telecom services. I’ll also provide tips on how to make international calls, send messages, and use data services at a low costs.

Lets Start with Making International Calls
Making international calls from Nigeria is straightforward. All major telecom operators in the country, including MTN, Glo, Airtel, and 9mobile, offer international calling services. To make an international call, simply dial the country code followed by the recipient’s phone number. You can get country code by just typing the name of the county on google search.

For example, to call a relative in the United Kingdom, you would dial +44 (country code) followed by the area code and phone number of the relative. Most telecom operators offer competitive international calling rates, with some as low as ₦15 per minute.

International Messages
Sending international messages, also known as SMS, is another way to stay connected with loved ones abroad. All Nigerian telecom operators offer international SMS services, allowing you to send text messages to friends and family abroad.
The cost of sending an international SMS varies depending on the operator, but it’s typically around ₦15-₦25 per message.

Using Data Services
Data services have become an essential tool for staying connected with loved ones abroad. all telecom operators in Nigeria offer various data plans that allow you to make voice and video calls and also access social media platforms.

To use data services for international communication, you’ll need to subscribe to a data plan that suits your needs. Most operators offer daily, weekly, and monthly data plans, with prices starting from as low as ₦50.

Tips To Reduce Costs
While telecom operators in Nigeria have made it easier to stay connected with loved ones abroad, communicating with them over there can still be expensive. Here are some tips to help reduce costs:

1. Use VoIP services: Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) services like WhatsApp, Skype, and Facebook Messenger offer free or low-cost international calls and messaging.
2. Take advantage of promotions: Nigerian telecom operators often offer promotions and discounts on international calls and data services. Keep an eye on their websites and social media pages for updates.
3. Use data bundles: Instead of paying for individual international messages or calls, consider subscribing to a data bundle that includes international communication.
   

Conclusion
Staying connected with family and friends abroad has become easier and more affordable thanks to the telecom sector in Nigeria. Whether it’s through international calls, messages, or data services, Nigerian telecom operators have made it possible to bridge the distance and stay connected with those who matter most. Follow our tips above and stay in touch with loved ones abroad without breaking the bank. More insight to reducing telecom cost can be found on THE NATION ONLINE