Galaxy Backbone (GBB), a public enterprise of the Federal Government of Nigeria , has announced the installation of its fibre optic network in Lagos, Ibadan and Ilorin.
This installation, the public technology company says, is part of Phase II of the National Information and Communication Technology Infrastructure Backbone (NICTIB) project.
Galaxy Backbone, which describes the fibre optic project as a “milestone” says that the fibre opric link reinforces its unwavering commitment to connecting the nation and enabling Nigeria’s digital transformation.
Galaxy Backbone says the cross-country optical fibre backbone is designed to power digital transformation across Nigeria. The second phase of the backbone aims to extend coverage to 26 states, covering over 5000 kilometers. It currently boasts a 98% monthly availability, Galaxy Backbone says, with plans to increase this to 99.9% by the end of phase 2.
Prof. Ibrahim A. Adeyanju, Managing Director/CEO of Galaxy Backbone, says that “the expansion of our fibre optic network to Lagos, Ibadan and Ilorin is a significant step forward in our mission to bridge the digital divide and position Nigeria as a leader in the global digital economy. This advanced infrastructure empowers us to deliver innovative, customer-centric solutions that serve the needs of both the public and private sectors.”
Galaxy Backbone says the cross-country optical fibre backbone is designed to power digital transformation across Nigeria. The second phase of the backbone aims to extend coverage to 26 states, covering over 5000 kilometers. It currently boasts a 98% monthly availability, Galaxy Backbone says, with plans to increase this to 99.9% by the end of phase 2.
The company says it also provides a 24/7 managed support system for preventive and corrective maintenance to ensure high availability and quality of service. By the end of phase 2, the backbone will extend over 5000 kilometers, and it currently covers 27 state capitals across the country. This expansion aims to close the optical fibre ring for better protection and assured service quality.
Galaxy Backbone Limited is a limited liability company owned by the Federal Government of Nigeria. Established in 2006, the company was created to provide Information and Communications Technology services to government agencies, businesses, and other sectors.
The company owns and operates an optical fibre backbone which runs through several states in the country and a Tier 3 certified data centre in Abuja with a disaster recovery site in Enugu. Galaxy Backbone also provides a range of services which include internet connectivity, telecommunications, hosting and colocation services and document management services.
Galaxy Backbone says it aims to strengthen the transparency, efficiency, and quality of public administration services in Nigeria by support the government’s e-Government master plan, and contributing to the digital transformation of the country.
GBB’s new network corridor connecting Abuja to Lagos strengthens digital infrastructure across eight key cities. These cities include Minna, Bida, Mokwa, Ilorin, Ogbomosho, Oyo, Ibadan and Lagos. By establishing this circular route between Nigeria’s administrative; Abuja and commercial centers; Lagos, Galaxy Backbone says it has built in redundancy to maintain consistent service quality.
“This expansion,” according to the Galaxy Backbone CEO, “not only supports the government’s digital economy agenda but also sets the stage for meaningful collaboration with private sector organisations seeking to leverage our infrastructure. Together, we can unlock innovation and drive sustainable development across diverse sectors.”
By expanding its high-speed network to Lagos, Ibadan, and Ilorin, Galaxy Backbone says that the initiative strengthens its role in Nigeria’s digital evolution.
This expansion, according to Adeyanju, demonstrates GBB’s commitment to providing reliable connectivity that drives government efficiency and business growth while advancing national digital inclusion goals.
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