How to Stop Unwanted SMS from Glo, MTN, Airtel, 9Mobile

Are you looking for how to opt-out from receiving unwanted text messages from your service provider?

Unsolicited messages from GSM network providers can be intrusive when they become too frequent. Most mobile phone users complain that the messages sometimes disrupt their activities, clutter inboxes, and can be distracting, especially during important moments.

Fortunately, the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) introduced the Do Not Disturb (DND) service, which allows you to opt out of promotional messages from your network provider.

In this article, I will walk you through how to opt-out from unwanted text messages and get rid of the unwanted notification from your network provider, using the NCC DND shortcode (2442) on your mobile phone., so that you don't have to endure continuous promotions that you don't need.

Quick Step

To stop unsolicited messages from Airtel, MTN, 9mobile, GLO and any other network provider, use the do not disturb code of 2442 by typing ‘STOP’ and sending to 2442 to stop all unsolicited messages.

You can send ‘HELP’ to the same code and follow the prompt to choose the options of the types of messages you want to receive.

You can also send ‘STATUS’ to 2442 to see if your choices have been implemented.

How to Opt Out of All Unsolicited Messages

Locate the Messaging App on your mobile phone and tap on it to open.

Next, Look for the “+” or “New Message” button, usually at the bottom or top of the screen and tap on it to open a new message window.

In the message body, type the word: STOP and send it to 2242.

Double-check the number (2442) and the keyword (STOP) to be sue they are typed correctly and tap “Send” to submit your request.

After this, you should no longer receive promotional messages from your network provider.

How to customize the types of messages you want to receive

If you wish to only receive a particular type of text message, you can also customize the type of messages you want your network providers to send to you.

First, launch the Messaging App on your mobile phone and tap on it to open.

Look for the “+” or “New Message” button, usually at the bottom or top of the screen and tap on it to open a new message window.

In the message body, type the word: HELP and send it to 2242.

How to Check Your DND Status

You can also check your DND status confirm if your request has been implemented or not.

Locate the Messaging App on your mobile phone and tap on it to open.

Next, Look for the “+” or “New Message” button, usually at the bottom or top of the screen and tap on it to open a new message window.

In the message body, type the word: STATUS and send it to 2242.