Vitel Wireless has introduced a free e-SIM service across Nigeria as part of efforts to expand digital connectivity and provide flexible mobile services to subscribers.
The company said customers can obtain the e-SIM at no cost when they purchase 3.5GB of data for N1,500, noting that the initiative is aimed at making mobile connectivity faster and more convenient for users.
In a statement made available to The PUNCH on Wednesday, the company said the rollout would enable customers to activate their mobile lines digitally without the need for a physical SIM card.
According to the statement, the initiative is designed to provide Nigerians with a smarter and more flexible way to stay connected while improving the overall user experience through e-SIM technology.
The Chairman of Vitel Wireless, Engr. Kenneth Nwabueze, described the development as a bold step towards strengthening digital inclusion in Nigeria.
“At Vitel Wireless, we are committed to breaking barriers in telecommunications. The introduction of our free e-SIM nationwide is about empowering Nigerians with seamless, affordable, and future-ready connectivity,” he said.
Nwabueze added that customers could obtain the e-SIM by visiting Vitel Wireless mobile vendors or selected Slot outlets nationwide: “This is innovation designed with the people in mind. We understand that today’s consumers demand speed, flexibility and convenience. e-SIM technology removes the limitations of traditional SIM cards and aligns perfectly with modern devices.”
He noted that the company’s objective was to simplify connectivity while delivering greater value to customers.
The chairman further explained that the firm had also streamlined its recharge process to make airtime and data purchases easier for subscribers.
“Customers can conveniently recharge airtime and data by downloading the Vitel Command app, available on both the Apple App Store and Google Play Store. The app allows users to purchase data, top up airtime and manage their accounts directly from their smartphones,” he added.
According to him, subscribers can also recharge their Vtel lines through the mobile banking applications of Fidelity Bank and Zenith Bank, providing multiple secure and accessible payment options.
