Starlink Resumes Direct Shipments and Opens Office in Nigeria

Starlink has resumed direct delivery of its internet kits to customers in Lagos and other Nigerian cities, ending a seven-month pause that started in November 2024. Alongside this, the company has opened a new walk-in office in Victoria Island, Lagos—signaling a strong push to expand its footprint in what is currently its largest market in Africa by user base.

Starting June 29, 2025, Nigerians can once again order Starlink residential kits directly from the company’s website or through certified local retailers. The pause in deliveries had been linked to regulatory concerns and price review processes by the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), which have now been resolved.

Customers in Lagos, Abuja, and Port Harcourt will now pay an extra ₦80,000 (about $52) activation fee, bringing the total price of the residential kit to ₦690,000 (around $455). Starlink says this surcharge is meant to help manage network congestion in densely populated cities. Meanwhile, customers in other parts of Nigeria are exempt from the activation fee. The monthly service fee remains unchanged at ₦57,000 (roughly $38), and the compact Starlink Mini kit sells for ₦318,000 (approximately $210).

The launch of a physical office in Victoria Island reflects Starlink’s deeper commitment to the Nigerian market. Though the new center won’t handle sales directly, it will serve as a walk-in support and information hub for customers. Kit purchases must still be completed online or via approved local sellers.

Since entering Nigeria in early 2023, Starlink has rapidly grown its subscriber base, with over 64,000 active users today. It now ranks as the second-largest internet provider in the country. Much of this growth comes from rural and underserved areas, where satellite internet offers a reliable alternative to unreliable fiber networks and frequent power outages.

As Nigeria continues to struggle with infrastructure challenges, including fiber vandalism and inconsistent broadband access, Starlink’s low-latency satellite service is emerging as a critical piece of the digital inclusion puzzle. With regulatory hurdles easing and local operations expanding, the company is well-positioned to scale its services and use Nigeria as a springboard for wider African expansion.