MTN Nigeria
Nigerian telecommunications company launched in August 2001 and listed on the Nigerian Exchange in May 2019.
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MTN Nigeria is a listed Nigerian operating company within the MTN group. It launched commercial service on 8 August 2001. [3][1]
History
The company was incorporated in November 2000 and received its national GSM licence in February 2001. [3]
It listed by introduction in May 2019. MTN International Mauritius held 73.39% at 31 December 2025. [3]
Direct and effective ownership
MTN Group reported a 76.3% effective interest for 2025. This differs from the 73.39% direct substantial interest disclosed for MTN International Mauritius. [2][3]
Frequently asked questions
When did MTN Nigeria launch?
Commercial service began on 8 August 2001. [1]
Is MTN Nigeria listed?
Yes. It listed by introduction on the Nigerian Exchange in May 2019. [3]
How much does MTN Group own?
MTN reported a 76.3% effective group interest for 2025. [2]
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Sources
- MTN Group, Sustainability Report 2003, 2003-03-31. Original source. Accessed 2026-10-27. ↩
- MTN Group, Integrated Report for the year ended 31 December 2025, 2026-04-29. Original source. Accessed 2026-10-27. ↩
- Nigerian Exchange, MTN Nigeria audited financial statements for 2025, 2026-02-26. Original source. Accessed 2026-10-27. ↩