The Federal Government aims to increase broadband investments by 300 to 500 per cent under a new initiative designed to accelerate internet connectivity across the country, the Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Bosun Tijani, has said.
The initiative, known as the National Broadband Alliance for Nigeria, will serve as a collaborative platform bringing together public institutions, telecom operators, technology firms, and international partners to expand high-speed internet access, particularly in underserved areas.
Internet availability and access in Africa’s most populous nation remain limited. Broadband penetration stood at 44.43 per cent in December, falling short of the 70 per cent target set under Nigeria’s National Broadband Plan (2020–2025), which expires this year.
The government’s plan includes deploying 90,000km of backbone fibre through a Special Purpose Vehicle approved by the Federal Executive Council.
“The NBAN is more than just a policy initiative. It is a commitment to a future where every Nigerian has access to the tools and opportunities needed to succeed in a connected world,” Tijani said in Lagos on Tuesday.
