From 70 mins + 750 MB at ₦1 000 to 650 mins + 10 GB at ₦10 000, MoreBusiness 2.0 spans four bundles. See post‑hike rate maths, add‑ons, USSD codes, roaming perks and dual‑SIM tactics that squeeze naira for SMEs in 2025’s harsh economy.
The Nigerian Communications Commission’s 50 % tariff uplift —fully active since 31 March 2025—pushed the default prepaid call to ≈ ₦13–₦16/min (42 kobo/sec VAT‑in). For small businesses, every second now erodes margin.
9mobile’s answer is MoreBusiness 2.0: four prepaid bundles that weld together voice minutes, data and international roaming perks into one invoice‑free pack. Prices never changed after the hike, but quotas tweaked subtly. This article dives into each bundle, reveals hidden catches, compares rivals and offers tactics to maximise value.
MoreBusiness 2.0 Bundle Line‑Up (May 2025)
|
Bundle |
Price |
Voice Minutes |
Data |
Effective Voice Rate* |
Code |
|
MB 1000 |
₦1 000 |
70 |
750 MB |
27.8 k/sec |
|
|
MB 2000 |
₦2 000 |
150 |
1.5 GB |
27.8 k/sec |
|
|
MB 5000 |
₦5 000 |
300 |
5 GB |
27.8 k/sec |
|
|
MB 10000 |
₦10 000 |
650 |
10 GB |
25.6 k/sec |
|
*VAT excluded; assumes full minute utilisation.
What Changed After March 2025?
- Voice minutes nudged up 5‑10 % to keep effective kobo/sec compelling.
- Data quotas stayed flat; but 9mobile added a 100 % bonus if you repurchase inside 30 days (pilot for MB 5000 & MB 10000).
- Free incoming roaming threshold held at ₦5 000/month spend.
Core Perks & Hidden Limits
|
Feature |
Detail |
Where It Shines |
Caveat |
|
Free Incoming Calls While Roaming |
10 countries (UK, UAE, South Africa, Spain, Egypt, France, Germany, Turkey, Kenya, Saudi Arabia) up to 100 min |
Sales trips, trade shows |
Requires ≥ ₦5 k bundle or cumulative recharge |
|
CUG Eligible |
Zero‑rated on‑net calls inside your firm (₦1 000/line setup) |
Team collaboration |
Charges after plan expiry revert to 42 k/sec |
|
Add‑On Services |
Fleet tracking, Cloud PBX, device financing |
SMEs scaling ops |
Extra monthly fees |
|
PAYG Fallback |
42 k/sec once minutes exhaust |
Buffer avoids call drops |
Can erode savings if you forget to top‑up |
Cost Simulation—Which Bundle Fits?
Scenario 1 — 3‑Person Startup
Call 100 min/line, use 1 GB data each (total 300 min, 3 GB)
|
Option |
Total Cost |
Voice Met |
Data Met |
Outcome |
|
MB 1000 × 3 |
₦3 000 |
210 min (short 90) |
2.25 GB (short 0.75) |
Out‑of‑bundle voice at 42 k/sec wipes savings. |
|
MB 2000 × 2 |
₦4 000 |
300 min |
3 GB |
Perfect fit; extra 0.5 GB possible via bonus. |
Scenario 2 — 10‑Line Field Team
200 min/line, 500 MB data
|
Bundle Strategy |
Cost |
Minutes |
Data |
Effective kobo/sec |
|
MB 5000 × 4 (share via CUG) |
₦20 000 |
1 200 |
20 GB |
27.8 |
|
MB 10000 × 2 |
₦20 000 |
1 300 |
20 GB |
25.6 (wins) |
Remember: minutes/data are per‑SIM, not pooled; but CUG means on‑net internal calls don’t eat bundle minutes.
Rival Bundle Comparison (Voice‑Centric SME, 2025)
|
Operator |
Plan |
Cost |
Voice Rate Equivalent |
Data |
Roaming Perk |
Verdict |
|
9mobile |
MB 5000 |
₦5 000 |
27.8 k/sec |
5 GB |
Free incoming |
Best roaming |
|
MTN |
BizPlus Pack |
₦5 000 |
30 k/sec* |
4 GB |
TravelPass pay‑per‑day |
Voice pricier |
|
Airtel |
BizComplete 5k |
₦5 000 |
29 k/sec |
4 GB |
SmartRoam threshold ₦10 k |
Higher intl trigger |
|
Glo |
SME Flexi 2.0 |
₦5 000 |
31 k/sec |
8 GB |
ECOWAS free roam wknd |
Data king |
*MTN BizPlus charges 19.5 k/sec but ₦10 daily access; effective ~30 k/sec at 60 min usage.
Takeaway: 9mobile leads on roaming value and trails only Glo on data per naira; MTN/Airtel voice still costlier once fees considered.
Add‑On Catalogue & ROI
|
Add‑On |
Fee |
Benefit |
Suitable SME |
|
Fleet Tracking |
₦2 500/device/month |
Real‑time GPS, fuel logs |
Logistics, ride‑hailing |
|
Cloud PBX |
₦4 000/seat/month |
Call routing, IVR |
Remote‑first teams |
|
Device Financing |
0‑3 % markup |
Spread phone cost over 12 mo |
Cash‑tight startups |
|
International Call Pack |
₦1 000 |
50 min to US/UK at 20 k/sec |
Export traders |
Add‑ons bolt onto MB 2000+ bundles; billed from main account balance.
USSD Management Shortcuts
- Buy / Renew Bundle:
*246*4*bundle‑code# - Check Voice/Data Balance:
*323# - View Add‑Ons:
*246*4#→ 2 - Opt‑Out / Cancel:
*246*4*0# - CUG Registration: Contact 9mobile account manager or dial
200customer care.
SmartSMSSolutions Top‑Up Workflow
- Go to xmx1.net/buyairtime.
- Pick 9mobile → enter SME number → select bundle cost.
- Pay via wallet, bank transfer or card—no service fee.
- Airtime lands instantly; dial the USSD code to renew the bundle. Works even when roaming.
FAQs
Q1. Does unused data roll over?
Only if you renew before expiry; minutes do not roll over.
Q2. Can I mix MB 1000 and MB 5000 on same SIM?
Yes—the higher bundle supersedes; remaining quotas combine.
Q3. What happens after minutes exhaust but data remains?
Voice reverts to 42 k/sec; data continues until depleted or expiry.
Q4. Can I share MB 10000 minutes across multiple SIMs?
No—minutes are per‑LINE. Use CUG (0 k/sec on‑net) for internal calls.
Q5. How do I activate free roaming?
Ensure bundle cost + other recharges ≥ ₦5 k in current month, then register roaming via *200*1*1# .
Conclusion
MoreBusiness 2.0 is still a powerhouse after 2025’s brutal tariff hike : sub‑30 kobo‑per‑second voice inside bundle, healthy data, best‑in‑class free incoming roaming and SME‑ready add‑ons.
- MB 1000/2000 fit micro‑teams in tight cash‑ranges.
- MB 5000/10000 shine for roaming sales squads and data‑hungry field staff.
Pair the right bundle with SmartSMSSolutions for frictionless airtime, activate CUG to zero‑rate internal chatter, and review usage monthly. Do that, and your SME can ride Nigeria’s inflation wave with telecom costs firmly under control.