Revealed: Why Nigerian bank USSD transactions failed

Legit | 25-05-2026 01:33am |

Millions of Nigerians have experienced disruptions in USSD banking transactions, which have impacted their ability to conduct financial activities despite having sufficient funds in their accounts. The issues have arisen amid the implementation of new airtime rules, leading to concerns regarding potential costs and confusion among users. Financial institutions have been urged to clarify the situation and provide guidance to customers to mitigate the ongoing challenges associated with USSD services.

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