By Modupe Gbadeyanka
A new feature that will empower customers to own and manage their data experience has been introduced by Airtel Nigeria in partnership with Google.
The new initiative called Mobile Data Platform (MDP) is only available to Android Operating System (OS) users, who are either prepaid or post-paid customers of Airtel Nigeria.
The platform offers a personalised experience and interface for data customers on the Airtel network to purchase data plans, check data balance and receive threshold notifications seamlessly without a need for memorising codes or short words.
A statement issued by the leading telecommunications services provider explained that to access the service, Airtel customers with Android OS are required to go to settings on their device on the Google option to select the Mobile Data Plan to purchase as well as manage data plan and offers.
The Chief Commercial Officer of Airtel Nigeria, Mr Dinesh Balsingh, said Airtel is delighted to be the first telecoms operator in Nigeria and Africa to partner with Google to deliver an innovative service that is offering true freedom and also putting real power in the hands of telecoms consumers as they define their data journey and experience.
“At Airtel, we are deeply passionate about making life simpler, smarter, easier and better for our customers.
“Indeed, the launch of the Mobile Data Platform is a huge step forward in empowering telecoms consumers to become more productive and successful in their professional and personal endeavours,” he said.
Also commenting, Google’s Director, Android Platform Partnerships, Africa, Ms Mariam Abdullahi, said: “Nigerians value having a clear view of their data plan. That is why we’re excited to see Mobile Data Plan interface roll out and give Airtel’s customers a simple way to view, manage and make relevant choices for plan purchases that best fit their needs.”
