Nigeria is boosting its digital infrastructure with the rollout of sovereign cloud and data‑centres, aiming to protect national data, financial systems, and critical digital services. The initiative reduces reliance on from foreign cloud providers while ensuring data sovereignty and resilience against cyber threats.
The government‑owned Galaxy Backbone (GBB) now operates Tier‑III and Tier‑IV data centres capable of hosting government agencies, and other private organisations. This will improve reliability, lower latency, and support secure digital operations across the country.
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The project aligns with Nigeria’s broader digital-transformation goals, including initiatives like the 1Government Cloud(1GovCloud), which digitizes federal Ministries, Departments, and Agencies. Experts say the expansion will also create jobs in IT, construction, and data-centre operations, while supporting start up’s in fintech, healthcare, and e-commerce.
Industry reports forecast Nigeria’s total data-centre capacity will rise from 56 MW in 2025 to 218 MW by 2030, reflecting growing demand for cloud services, AI, and digital innovation. Officials note that investing in local talent and maintaining regulatory compliance will be crucial for success.
With these upgrades, Nigeria aims to advance digital sovereignty, enhance public-service delivery, and position itself as a leader in Africa’s digital economy.
