9Konfam or Classic Postpaid? One showers you with bonus airtime, the other locks in a flat 25 k/sec. This deep analysis tears apart voice rates, hidden charges and 2025 tweaks so you’ll never overpay on 9mobile calls again—complete with airtime‑buying hacks.

At 23:59 on 31 March 2025, the NCC‑approved 50 % telecom‑tariff hike officially rolled into every Nigerian network, jacking the industry floor price for voice calls from ₦6.40 /min to ₦9.60 /min and nudging SMS to ₦6.

As disposable income shrinks and inflation climbs above 30 %, subscribers have just one real weapon left: deep knowledge of the tariff maze . Among 9mobile customers, two plans now sit on opposite ends of the spectrum:

1. 9Konfam (Prepaid) – famous for its 900 % recharge bonus , activated via *1400# .
2. Classic Postpaid – negotiable 25 k/sec flat rate with credit terms, activated in‑store or via *320# .

This article dissects each plan post‑March 2025, tracking every kobo from recharge to call, so you can choose the genuine bargain.

Evolution Of Both Plans Since March 2025

*Five top destinations + one preferred country.

Plan Deep‑Dive

9Konfam: The Bonus Beast

Key Specs (May 2025)

• 31 k/sec main account voice (VAT excl.).
• 83 k/sec on bonus airtime.
• 900 % bonus on every ₦100+ recharge (100 % voice, 700 % data, 100 % extra airtime).
• Double Data on first ₦200+ recharge monthly for six months.
• ₦1,000 activation bonus (₦300 voice + ₦700 PAYG data).
• Bonus validity: 7 days.
• Auto‑migration to default prepaid after 180 days.

Classic Postpaid: The Corporate Workhorse

Key Specs (May 2025)

• 25 k/sec nationwide (VAT excl.)—negotiable for volumes > ₦1 m/month.
• 15 k/sec to five pre‑set international destinations (US, UK, Canada, China, India) + one preferred country.
• Domestic SMS ₦6; international SMS ₦25 .
• VIP Caller & CUG options for internal collaboration.
• 90‑day credit window on monthly invoice.
• Signup requires KYC and a visit to a 9mobile Experience Centre.

• Our Contact Channels
• How to Know Your MTN Number in 2025: A Complete Guide
• Understanding All the Routes Available for SMS Delivery on SmartSMSSolutions

Cost Simulation: Which One Wins?

Scenario 1 – Urban Professional

• Calls 20 minutes/day, five days/week.
• Recharges ₦5,000/month.

Winner: 9Konfam (≈31 % cheaper)

But note: if the user fails to use bonus airtime within 7 days, savings evaporate.

Scenario 2 – Corporate Sales Rep

• Calls 1,800 minutes/month (≈1 hour/day).
• Needs seamless credit, no recharge hassle.

While 9Konfam still edges on raw rate, the sheer admin load and bonus expiry make Classic more realistic for heavy callers.

Hidden Costs & Fine‑Print

How To Switch Plans

• Our Contact Channels
• How to Know Your MTN Number in 2025: A Complete Guide
• Understanding All the Routes Available for SMS Delivery on SmartSMSSolutions

Airtime Top‑Up Shortcut

Instead of punching endless ₦200 recharges, load airtime in bulk—fee‑free—via SmartSMSSolutions:

1. Go to https://xmx1.net/buyairtime .
2. Enter your 9mobile number & amount.
3. Pay with card, transfer or wallet.
4. Airtime drops instantly; bonus triggers if value ≥ ₦100.

Pairing SmartSMSSolutions with 9Konfam removes recharge fatigue and guards against USSD network failures.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1. Does the 900 % bonus still apply after March 2025?
Yes, 9mobile kept the 900 % structure; only main‑account call rate rose to 31 k/sec.

Q2. Can Classic Postpaid users also get 9Konfam‑like bonuses?
No. Classic is a straight per‑second billing product; perks come via VIP lists and lower international rates.

Q3. Is VAT included in the 25 k/sec postpaid rate?
Usually no; it’s added on the monthly invoice, so actual is 26.88 k/sec.

Q4. Can individuals (not companies) apply for Classic Postpaid?
Yes, but you need valid ID, utility bill, and proof of income; plan still requires in‑store signup.

Q5. What happens if I exceed my postpaid credit limit?
Your line moves to “receive‑only” until payment or top‑up is made.

Conclusion

Bottom line: If you’re a light‑to‑moderate caller who enjoys snack‑size recharges and doesn’t mind tracking bonus expiry, 9Konfam remains king—costing as little as ₦10/min after bonuses. But power users who rack up hours of talk time, need predictable invoices, or run multiple corporate lines will find Classic Postpaid’s 25 k/sec simplicity and credit window priceless —even after the March 2025 hike.

Whichever camp you fall into, always

buy airtime smartly via SmartSMSSolutions

and monitor your usage weekly. That extra vigilance turns today’s harsh tariff terrain into a navigable path—where every kobo stretches further, no matter how loudly the economy roars.