According to Ookla's H2 connectivity report, MTN Nigeria has emerged as the leader in mobile internet speeds, with a median 5G download speed of 231.39 Mbps and an upload speed of 17.35 Mbps. This makes MTN the top choice for gamers and video streamers in Nigeria. The report, which uses Speedtest intelligence data, evaluated performance across all mobile and fixed internet service providers (ISP) to determine the best performers using a connectivity score that combines speed, web browsing performance, and video streaming quality.

In the mobile internet segment, Airtel was a distant second, while Grandmasters of Data Globacom had the lowest speed score to round up the top three. The report highlights the significant gap in mobile internet speeds among the top providers in Nigeria, emphasizing the need for continued investment in network infrastructure to meet the growing demands of users.

On the fixed broadband front, ipNX solidified its reputation as the leader in fixed broadband performance in Nigeria for the second half of 2024, with a median download speed of 37.78 Mbps and an upload speed of 38.50 Mbps. This underscores ipNX's commitment to providing high-quality fixed broadband services to its customers.

Geographically, Lagos recorded the highest median mobile download speed at 40.26 Mbps, followed by Benin City (23.54 Mbps) and Ibadan (23.03 Mbps). In terms of fixed broadband, Port Harcourt led with a median download speed of 24.04 Mbps, followed closely by Lagos at 23.44 Mbps and Kano at 23.4 Mbps. These regional variations highlight the need for a more uniform distribution of high-speed internet access across Nigeria.

The Ookla report provides valuable insights into the state of mobile internet and fixed broadband speeds in Nigeria, underscoring the importance of continued investment in network infrastructure and technology to meet the growing demands of users. As Nigeria continues to develop its digital economy, the need for fast, reliable, and widespread internet access becomes increasingly critical.

The report's findings have significant implications for the Nigerian telecom industry, highlighting the need for providers to invest in upgrading their infrastructure to meet the demands of users. With the increasing importance of digital connectivity in daily life, the report serves as a call to action for telecom providers to prioritize network upgrades and expansion to ensure that users have access to fast, reliable, and widespread internet connectivity.