How To Block A Number From Calling You On MTN, Airtel, Glo, and 9Mobile

Do you have a number or a scammer number you would like to block from calling your lines? There are diverse reasons why you may wish to block a number from calling your phone. However, the most common reason is to stop annoying people that constantly call your line for no good reason.

Although some dubious people use this blocking service to hide from people they might have duped or owe. The purpose of writing this post is to educate people that they intend to use the information wisely.

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How To Block A Number From Calling You On MTN, Airtel, Glo, and 9Mobile

Most telecom network in Nigeria have their customized way to block a number but using this method has its drawbacks. For instance, if you use your MTN line to block a number from calling you, it would work. But if the person has your other number on your phone, he can still call you on the other line.

The following methods are the best ways to block a number from calling you on MTN, Airtel, Glo, and 9Mobile.

Block The Number Through the Phone

The best way to block a number from calling you is through your phone.

How To Block A Number On Android 

• Click on contact on your phone
• Click on the drop-down or 3 dotted options at the top
• Click on settings
• Select blocked number
• Click on Add a Number
• Input the number you want to block then click on the block.

How To Block A Number On iPhone

• Click on contact on your phone
• Click on the name on your contact list
• Screw down to block this caller and click on it
• Click to confirm that you want the number blocked

Block The Number Through TrueCaller App

• Download TrueCaller App on your Phone
• Open and click on the three-dotted option at the top right corner
• Click on setting and select Block number
• Click on the + symbol to add the number you wish to block
• Click on block to successfully block the number

Using Barring Service

For MTN

• Dial *35*0000*Phone Number#
• Click on send to block the number

For Airtel

• Dial *03*330*0000*Phone Number#
• Click on send to block the number

For Glo

• *35*PIN*Phone Number#
• Click on send to block the number

For 9Mobile

• *35*PIN*Phone Number#
• Click on send to block the number

How To Unblock A Block Number On My Phone

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For Android 

• Click on contact on your phone
• Click on the drop-down or 3 dotted options at the top
• Click on settings
• select the blocked number
• Click on the number on the blocked number list
• click on unblock.

For iPhone

• Click on contact on your phone
• Click on the name on your contact list
• screw down and click on unblock this caller
• Click on confirm to unblock the number.

How To Unblock A Blocked Number Using TrueCaller App

• Open the TrueCaller App on your Phone
• Click on the three-dotted option at the top right corner
• Click on setting and select Block number
• Click on the blocked number you wish to unblock
• Click on confirm to unblock the number

FAQs

How do I stop receiving calls without blocking them?

There are several ways to stop receiving calls without blocking them. Activate the Do Not Disturb option on your phone or put your phone on Airplane Mode.

Can you block someone’s phone number?

Yes. Go to contact then click on setting then go to block number and enter the number, you wish to block.

How do I block a number from another Sim?

Simply add the number to a block list through your phone settings.

Conclusion: How To Block A Number From Calling You On MTN, Airtel, Glo, and 9Mobile

The above listed are the best ways to block a number from calling you on MTN, Airtel, Glo, and 9Mobile.

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