by Equinix has officially opened its LG2.3 data center expansion in Lagos, Nigeria, marking a significant step in its mission to accelerate digital transformation across Africa.
The new facility provides state-of-the-art colocation and secure interconnection solutions, empowering businesses to scale operations and innovate securely.
Driving Nigeria’s Digital Economy
The expansion strengthens Equinix’s commitment to Nigeria’s growing digital economy, offering critical infrastructure to support enterprises and government initiatives. Bruce Owen, President of EMEA at Equinix, emphasized Nigeria’s strategic importance, calling the launch a “clear demonstration of our continued commitment to invest in digital infrastructure that benefits thousands of businesses.”
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Sustainable Growth and Regional Ambitions
Equinix executives celebrated the launch with a tree-planting ceremony, underscoring the company’s focus on reducing its carbon footprint while expanding operations. Wole Abu, Managing Director of Equinix West Africa, highlighted plans to advance three major data center projects in Nigeria and expand into Ghana, Côte d’Ivoire, and South Africa.
The inauguration included an exclusive customer engagement event, where partners and clients discussed how Equinix’s solutions drive agility and innovation. The LG2.3 facility integrates into Equinix’s global network of 268 data centers, enabling seamless connectivity for businesses across continents.
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A Global Catalyst for Digital Transformation
Equinix expands data center operations globally, with recent projects including a $260M AI-ready facility in Singapore and acquisitions in Australia. Each expansion reflects the company’s strategy to meet the rising demand for secure, scalable digital infrastructure.
The data center capacity is not just to meet demand, but to shape the future of digital economies worldwide. From Lagos to Singapore, its investments are bridging gaps in connectivity, sustainability, and innovation.
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Key Benefits of the Expansion
- Enhanced Connectivity: Equinix expands data center networks to deliver faster, low-latency connections.
- Greater Scalability: Businesses can easily scale their digital operations.
- Improved Security: State-of-the-art facilities ensure data protection.
- Sustainability Focus: Equinix expands data center capacity with energy-efficient designs.
A Future-Ready Digital Ecosystem
Equinix expands data center services to empower innovation. The company’s Platform Equinix® enables seamless digital transformation. By investing in next-gen infrastructure, Equinix ensures businesses can thrive in an increasingly interconnected world.
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