Six months fly by. Here’s what really happens when Berekete Smart expires, how to rescue leftover bonuses, the three smartest exit plans, and a SmartSMSSolutions top‑up trick that saves extra naira during your transition.
Glo launched Berekete Smart in March 2025 to replace 10× bonuses and meet Nigeria’s new 30 k/s voice floor. The catch: its 900 % recharge frenzy runs for exactly 180 days from SIM activation. On Day 181, customers are auto‑migrated to Talk‑On , a plain 22 k/s tariff with no data or voice extras.
With household budgets stretched thin after the March 2025 price hike, letting your line default to Talk‑On could double your monthly spend overnight. This guide:
- Maps every milestone from Day 150 to Day 181.
- Explains what bonuses and bundles survive the auto‑migration (spoiler: almost none).
- Presents three exit strategies—Super Talk, dual‑SIM split, or full port‑out—matched to caller profiles.
- Details how to time your SmartSMSSolutions top‑ups (buy airtime) to avoid wasted bonus and save 1–2 % during the changeover.
- Includes FAQ, decision tables and a printable 30‑day countdown calendar.
Follow it and you’ll glide from Berekete’s last bonus minute into an even cheaper setup without losing a Kobo.
Day‑150 to Day‑181 Timeline
|
Day |
Event |
Action Needed |
|
150 |
Last full 30‑day recharge window begins |
Note expiry and set reminders |
|
160 |
Assess remaining bonus buckets ( |
Plan burn‑down strategy |
|
170 |
Stop buying small recharges; line up exit bundle |
Prevent unused bonus after Day 181 |
|
177 |
Use up Recharge Bonus Voice (83 k/s) |
Schedule long calls |
|
179 |
Exhaust Recharge Bonus Data (₦20 / MB) |
Download pending files |
|
180 |
Final recharge if sticking with Talk‑On (optional) |
Ensure main balance ≥ ₦500 |
|
181 00:01 |
Auto‑migrated to Talk‑On |
Choose new plan the same day |
Remember: Talk‑On charges 22 k/s; if you migrate elsewhere on Day 181, that counts as your free monthly switch.
What Survives The Migration?
|
Wallet/Bundle |
Carried Over? |
Notes |
|
Main Balance |
Yes |
Pays calls at 22 k/s on Talk‑On |
|
Recharge Bonus Voice/Data |
No |
Deleted at 23:59 on Day 180 |
|
Paid Data Bundles |
Yes |
Continue unchanged |
|
100 % Data‑Plan Bonus |
No |
Lives in bonus bucket; wiped |
|
IDD Pack Minutes |
Yes |
Remain active until pack validity ends |
Strategy: Empty all bonus buckets before midnight Day 180 to avoid waste.
Option A – Stick With Talk‑On
When It Makes Sense
- Outgoing voice ≤ 60 min/month
- Data usage handled by paid bundles or second SIM
- Hate daily fees and bonus calendars
Pros & Cons
|
Pros |
Cons |
|
No daily access fee |
22 k/s is costlier than Super Talk’s 15.5 k/s if you talk > 5 min/day |
|
Zero bonus management |
No data or voice bonuses ever |
|
Free first migration used automatically |
Second migration inside month costs ₦100 |
Optimise Spend
- Buy weekend or monthly data bundles (
*777#) immediately after migration. - Use SmartSMSSolutions for every airtime purchase—1 – 2 % back covers occasional IDD minutes.
Option B – Jump To Super Talk ( *301# )
|
Best For |
Daily Voice > 5 min or Monthly Voice > 180 min |
Cost: ₦15 access fee + 15.5 k/s. Break‑even vs Talk‑On is ≈ 5 min/day.
Action: Dial *301# on Day 181 after burning bonus. First migration is free; set 30‑day stay reminder to avoid ₦100 fee.
Quick Savings Snapshot
|
Monthly Minutes |
Talk‑On (22 k/s) |
Super Talk |
Savings |
|
120 |
₦1 584 |
₦858 |
₦726 |
|
240 |
₦3 168 |
₦2 682 |
₦486 |
Option C – Dual‑SIM Or Port‑Out
|
Profile |
Recommended Mix |
|
Data lover, light voice |
SIM 1: MTN Pulse (data/night) • SIM 2: Talk‑On (backup voice) |
|
Night streamer |
SIM 1: MTN Pulse Nightlife • SIM 2: Super Talk |
|
International caller |
SIM 1: Airtel Smart Value (IDD 20 k/s) • SIM 2: Talk‑On local |
Porting your main number to Airtel or MTN takes 48 h and retains your NIN‑linked identity.
SmartSMSSolutions Top‑Up Timing
|
Phase |
Top‑Up Amount |
Reason |
|
Day 170 |
₦200 × 2 |
Create small RBV to finish calls |
|
Day 178 |
Skip recharge |
Prevent fresh bonus wallet |
|
Day 181 a.m. |
₦1 000 via SmartSMS |
Funds new plan switch; enjoy 1–2 % discount |
Annual savings: ~₦240‑₅00—covers one month of Super Talk access fees.
30‑Day Countdown Checklist (Printable)
|
Day |
Task |
Done? |
|
150 |
Set phone alarms for 160, 170, 178, 181 |
☐ |
|
160 |
Dial *310#; note bonus balances |
☐ |
|
170 |
Plan voice/data burn; top‑up ₦200 ×2 |
☐ |
|
178 |
Stop recharges |
☐ |
|
180 |
Final bonus usage sprint |
☐ |
|
181 |
Choose Talk‑On / Super Talk / Dual‑SIM; top‑up via SmartSMS |
☐ |
FAQ
|
Q |
A |
|
Can I stop auto‑migration to Talk‑On earlier? |
Yes—migrate manually anytime, but bonus stops immediately. |
|
Will borrowed airtime be deducted before migration? |
Yes—XtraCredit auto deducts from Main Balance first. |
|
Does auto‑migration count as my free switch? |
Yes; any further migration within 30 days costs ₦100. |
|
If I buy a data bundle Day 179, does it pause? |
Yes—bonus burns first; bundle activates Day 181 after switch. |
Conclusion
Day 181 is not a cliff—if you prepare.
- Low callers: Do nothing; Talk‑On at 22 k/s is fine.
- Regular callers: Switch to Super Talk on Day 181 for ₦9.30/min.
- Data addicts or night streamers: Go dual‑SIM; let Pulse or SmartTrybe handle cheap gigabytes.
Top‑up each phase through SmartSMSSolutions to claw back an extra 1–2 %, stick to one plan per SIM for 30 days to avoid migration fees, and you’ll glide past Berekete Smart’s sunset with more airtime—and zero surprises.