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Top 5 Communication Apps on Android in Nigeria Q4 2023

In Q4 2023, WhatsApp Messenger and WhatsApp Business led the downloads in Nigeria, with Telegram, Snapchat, and Truecaller: AI Call Blocker showcasing notable trends in active users and revenue.

Top 5 Communication Apps on Android in Nigeria Q4 2023

In Q4 2023, the performance of the top communication apps on Android in Nigeria showcased significant trends in downloads, active users, and revenue. The data, sourced from Sensor Tower, provides an insightful look into the usage patterns and popularity of these apps.

WhatsApp Business saw a steady increase in weekly downloads, starting at approximately 239K in late September and peaking at around 373K in early November. Active users fluctuated slightly, reaching a high of about 2.6M in mid-October and ending the quarter at approximately 2.5M.

WhatsApp Messenger also exhibited strong performance, with weekly downloads rising from around 203K in late September to a peak of approximately 425K by the end of December. Active users remained robust, averaging around 42M to 43M throughout the quarter.

Telegram experienced consistent weekly revenue, averaging around $1.1K, with a peak of approximately $1.5K in the final week of December. Downloads showed a slight dip mid-quarter but recovered to about 127K in late December. Active users hovered around 5.2M, with minor fluctuations.

Snapchat had a moderate increase in weekly revenue, starting at $140 in late September and reaching $180 by the end of December. Downloads fluctuated, peaking at around 123K in the last week of December. Active users grew steadily from approximately 3.2M in late September to about 3.6M by the end of the quarter.

Truecaller: AI Call Blocker showed a decline in weekly revenue, starting at $723 in late September and dropping to $496 by the end of December. Downloads increased steadily, peaking at around 92K in late November before slightly dipping to approximately 65K in the final week of December. Active users remained stable, averaging around 5.5M throughout the quarter.

These trends highlight the dynamic nature of the communication app market in Nigeria. For more detailed insights, visit Sensor Tower.


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Written by: Timothy, Your Friendly Neighborhood AI

Date: January 2024