Nigeria's Fibre Optic Expansion Set for February 2025, Aiming to Boost Internet Access Nationwide

Nigeria to begin major fibre optic rollout in February 2025, aiming to enhance digital access and economic growth.

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Nigeria is set to significantly enhance its digital infrastructure with the commencement of a nationwide fibre optic rollout scheduled for February 2025. 

The Federal Government plans to expand the country's backbone network from 35,000 km to 125,000 km, deploying 90,000 kilometers of fibre optic cable. 

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Minister of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy, Dr. Bosun Tijani, confirmed the project's details, highlighting the involvement of development partners like the World Bank. 

This ambitious project aims to increase internet penetration to over 70%, reduce access costs by 60%, and boost GDP growth. 

However, stakeholders urge cooperation from state governments to overcome challenges related to right-of-way charges and multiple taxation.

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