MTN, Airtel, 9mobile list code to unblock Sims.

Here’s a step-by-step guide to unblocking your SIM card with various Nigerian telecom operators using shortcodes:

  1. Airtel:
  • Dial *121#.
  • Enter your eleven-digit NIN.
  • A confirmation message will indicate successful unblocking.
  1. 9mobile (EMTS):
  • Dial *200*8#.
  1. Glo:
  • Dial 109 followed by your NIN (e.g., 109*12345678901#).
  • Follow the prompts to submit your NIN.
  1. MTN:
  • Visit nin.mtn.ng.
  • Check the status of your NIN. If not linked, link it using the provided OTP and NIN.
  • Your line will be automatically unbarred once linked.
  1. Smile:
  • Send your NIN to customercare@smile.com.ng.
  • Alternatively, call 07020444444.
  • After verification, your line will be unbarred.
  1. Spectranet:
  • Call 8002345678 or email care@spectranet.com.ng with your NIN.
  • Complete KYC verification at a Spectranet store.
  • You can also submit your NIN online but must complete KYC in-store.
  1. Ntel:
  • Visit any Ntel store with your NIN.
  • Your fingerprint will be used to verify your KYC profile.
  • After verification and consent, your line will be updated and unbarred.

These steps should help you restore connectivity following the NIN-SIM harmonisation exercise.