The 1 TB annual bundle is gone, but long-term connectivity isn’t. Learn how to combine 9mobile’s 600 GB bi-annual or 425 GB quarterly plans to cover a full year, compare true cost-per-MB, and snag a 1 %-2 % discount via SmartSMSSolutions.
Until late-2024, 9mobile sold a 1 TB, ₦100 000, 365-day bundle. A catalogue revamp in April 2025 axed that option, streamlining the menu to monthly, quarterly, and bi-annual packs. If you dial *200*3*1# , no “Annual” tab appears.
But the need remains: freelancers, digital nomads, and multi-device families still crave one-and-done connectivity. The workaround is simple—stack two bi-annual plans or four quarterly plans and mark your calendar only twice (or four times) a year.
Building A DIY 12-Month Package
Option A: Two × 600 GB Bi-Annual Bundles
|
Metric |
First 6 Months |
Second 6 Months |
Year Total |
|
Data |
600 GB |
600 GB |
1.2 TB |
|
Cost |
₦70 000 |
₦70 000 |
₦140 000 |
|
Effective Cost/MB |
— |
— |
₦0.12 |
Option B: Four × 425 GB Quarterly Bundles
|
Metric |
Q1 |
Q2 |
Q3 |
Q4 |
Year Total |
|
Data |
425 GB |
425 GB |
425 GB |
425 GB |
1.7 TB |
|
Cost |
₦50 000 |
₦50 000 |
₦50 000 |
₦50 000 |
₦200 000 |
|
Effective Cost/MB |
— |
— |
— |
— |
₦0.12 |
Why Two Bi-Annuals Beat Four Quarterlies For Most Users
- Same cost-per-MB (₦0.12)
- ₦60 000 less upfront for the year
- Half the renewal admin
Unless you genuinely expect to bust 1.2 TB, the bi-annual route is the smarter “annual” stand-in.
Activate And Save With SmartSMSSolutions
- Go to https://app.smartsmssolutions.com/pages/airtime-data/products .
- Create an account or log in.
- Select 9mobile → Corporate Plans → choose 600 GB (180-day) or 425 GB (90-day).
- Pay via wallet, card, or bank.
- Enjoy an immediate 1 %-2 % discount—₦1 400 off each 600 GB bundle or ₦1 000 off each quarterly pack.
Activation is automatic; you’ll receive an SMS confirmation within seconds.
Managing A Year-Long Data Pool
|
Task |
Best Practice |
|
Monthly Targets |
For 1.2 TB/year, budget 100 GB per month; track in the My9mobile app or your MiFi dashboard. |
|
Device Quotas |
Use router QoS or parental-control apps to cap individual gadgets. |
|
Peak-Time Streaming |
Drop Netflix from 4 K to 1080 p to halve consumption without major quality loss on sub-55″ screens. |
|
Backup Scheduling |
Automate large cloud syncs for midnight-5 a.m. when towers are less congested. |
|
Renewal Alerts |
Set calendar reminders one week before Day 180 or Day 90 to preserve rollover. |
Cost Comparison With Old 1 TB Plan
|
Plan |
Yearly Cost |
Yearly Data |
Cost/MB |
|
Old 1 TB (retired) |
₦100 000 |
1 TB |
₦0.10 |
|
600 GB × 2 |
₦140 000 |
1.2 TB |
₦0.12 |
|
425 GB × 4 |
₦200 000 |
1.7 TB |
₦0.12 |
You pay more than the nostalgic 1 TB sticker, but you also get 20 %–70 % more data. For many households and SMEs, two bi-annuals represent both a capacity upgrade and a still-excellent per-MB rate.
FAQs
Will 9mobile bring back a yearly plan?
No announcement yet. The current strategy favors 180- and 90-day megabundles.
Do bi-annual or quarterly plans throttle speeds?
There’s no published fair-usage limit. Speed variations are tied to tower load, not hidden caps.
Can I roll over leftovers between the two 6-month cycles?
Yes—renew the second 600 GB pack before Day 180, and any remaining data rolls into the new validity window.
Is 5 G supported?
All bundles are technology-agnostic; if you’re in a 9mobile 5 G zone, you’ll enjoy the higher speed with the same data pool.
How do I share data with staff or family?
Dial *229*PIN*Volume*Recipient# or use the My9mobile app’s Data Share tool to allocate slices.
Final Takeaway
The dedicated 1 TB annual plan is history, but annual convenience is not. Pairing two 600 GB bi-annual bundles delivers 1.2 TB, four renewal-free quarters, and a compelling ₦0.12/MB price—especially when purchased through SmartSMSSolutions for that extra 1 %-2 % savings.
Do a quick audit of your household or office’s last six months of usage. If it hovers near or above 100 GB per month, the bi-annual combo is the hassle-free, budget-savvy path to a “pay once, surf all year” lifestyle—no official yearly plan required.