The CEO of MTN Nigeria, Karl Olutokun Toriola, shared a thrilling update on LinkedIn – their revolutionary data center is nearing completion! This cutting-edge facility will be the largest in West Africa, boasting 1,500 racks and top-tier reliability certified by Tier 4 standards.
Toriola emphasized how this project aligns with MTN’s Ambition 2025 goals, enabling the company to rapidly meet the growing demands of the market. What’s impressive is that this eco-friendly data center has been designed with sustainability in mind, featuring efficient cooling systems and a diverse energy mix, all while prioritizing Environmental, Social, and Governance principles.
MTN’s Chief Technical Officer, Mohammed Rufai, recently shared insights about their ambitious project. He emphasized the urgent need for enhanced data processing capabilities, which is essential to cater to the remarkable growth in data usage and the introduction of innovative services.
Rufai’s statements states the importance of this project in addressing the escalating demand for efficient data management solutions.
“We see a high demand in the market, with data usage growing significantly. To cater to this demand and prepare for future growth, we are expanding and modernizing our data centre capacity now. This is to ensure we are ready for expansion at the right time,” Rufai said.
This state-of-the-art data center is poised to be a game-changer for MTN and the Nigerian business community. By providing a robust and reliable infrastructure, it will enable businesses to thrive in the digital landscape, unlocking new opportunities and driving growth.
This cutting-edge facility will be a vital asset for the region, supporting the country’s digital transformation and cementing MTN’s commitment to empowering Nigeria’s digital economy.
“Businesses that require data centre capacity can now forgo maintaining their server rooms. Our facility will provide the space and services needed, enabling companies to digitalise their operations and improve efficiency.
“The data centre will also enhance the delivery of content from major tech companies like Meta and Google, bringing content closer to Nigerian users and improving access speeds. The local hosting of content will significantly boost user experience and network efficiency.
The project is not just a technological investment but also a catalyst for economic growth. By providing scalable and adaptable infrastructure, it will enable businesses, particularly MSMEs, to leverage cloud services and other digital solutions. This, in turn, will drive innovation, efficiency, and competitiveness across various sectors of the economy,” Rufai noted.
MTN is throwing its doors open to innovative startups and MSMEs, eager to collaborate and fuel growth.
By teaming up with Huawei and other industry leaders, MTN Nigeria is committed to delivering top-notch connectivity solutions that empower businesses with scalable and secure cloud services.
This synergy will drive collective success, foster meaningful partnerships, and propel Nigeria’s digital landscape forward.
