Galaxy Backbone expands Nigeria’s digital infrastructure

Nigeria’s state technology infrastructure company plans to extend fiber cable networks and expand server capacity as part of efforts to improve internet access nationwide. Galaxy Backbone chief executive Ibrahim Adeyanju described the initiative during remarks at the West Africa Digital Forum, which took place during the 18th International Conference on Theory and Practice of Electronic Governance. The National Information Technology Development Agency organized the gathering with support from the United Nations economic and governance divisions.

Adeyanju said his organization installed more than 5,000 kilometers of fiber across 28 Nigerian states, working alongside the Federal Ministry of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy. Project Bridge will add another 90,000 kilometers of cable to reach communities lacking connectivity. Galaxy Backbone operates two facilities that provide server hosting and backup systems for government agencies and commercial clients requiring secure platforms for online services.

The executive stated the company intends to collaborate with domestic and foreign partners to strengthen digital infrastructure supporting economic development. Adeyanju said these investments aim to establish Nigeria as a technology center within Africa.