Nigeria, Feb. 10 -- Despite increasing internet penetration, Nigeria's median mobile download speed in December 2025, according to the most recent Speedtest Global Index published by the US-based firm Ookla, was 44.14 Mbps, placing the nation behind many others. Over the course of the year, Nigeria fell seven spots in the rankings.

Even as demand for data continues the rise nationwide, The News Chronicle reports that uneven network updates and infrastructure gaps remain major hurdles.

Maintaining its lead in Sub-Saharan Africa despite falling to 64th worldwide, South Africa recorded a mean download speed of 65.7 Mbps. With 45.37 Mbps, Kenya ranked 80th, making Nigeria one of only three countries in the region to appear in the top 100 w...