Nigeria’s owned Galaxy Backbone and West Indian Ocean Cable Company have signed a partnership to boost high-speed internet connectivity across the country.

GBB disclosed this landmark partnership in a statement on Sunday, noting that the pact supports Nigeria’s digital inclusion and digital transformation drives.

The agency stated that a signing ceremony was held recently at its headquarters in Abuja, with Darren Bedford, Group Chief Development Officer at WIOCC and Managing Director of GBB, and Prof. Ibrahim Adeyanju.

It also aims to bridge the digital divide by expanding broadband access to underserved regions and fostering partnerships with mobile network operators (MNOs) to advance Nigeria’s digital economy.

A signing ceremony was held at Galaxy Backbone’s corporate headquarters in Abuja, with Darren Bedford, Group Chief Development Officer at WIOCC and Managing Director/CEO of Galaxy Backbone, and Professor Ibrahim A. Adeyanju. They highlighted the strategic alignment of both organisations in driving digital transformation to accelerate Nigeria’s digital future, setting a benchmark for innovation and connectivity that addresses the evolving needs of Nigeria’s digital ecosystem.

Commenting, Adeyanju stated, “This partnership with WIOCC is a testament to our commitment to enabling digital inclusion and providing a platform for collaboration that transforms how businesses, governments, and communities operate in today’s world.”

On his part, Darren Bedford said: “This collaboration with Galaxy Backbone reflects our shared vision for driving digital transformation.

“Together, we are creating a platform for innovation and economic growth that will benefit the country with world-class connectivity.”

Galaxy Backbone, WIOCC agree to boost Internet connectivity across Nigeria