Galaxy Backbone (GBB) and the Bauchi State Government have taken a significant step towards advancing digital transformation and economic development by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU).
This partnership aims to deploy digital infrastructure and ICT-related services across the state, leveraging GBB’s world-class data centre infrastructures in Abuja and Kano ¹.
The signing ceremony, held at the Bauchi State Government House, was attended by Professor Ibrahim Adeyanju, GBB’s Managing Director/CEO, and Senator Bala Abdulkadir Muhammed, the Governor of Bauchi State.
The MOU establishes a collaborative framework to enhance connectivity, build ICT capacity, provide consultancy services, and deliver hosted ICT services to improve governance and service delivery in Bauchi State.
This partnership is expected to enhance Bauchi State’s ICT infrastructure, deepen training and consultancy services, and drive economic growth by attracting investments, creating jobs, and promoting economic opportunities through improved digital connectivity and service delivery.
Professor Adeyanju emphasized GBB’s commitment to supporting state governments in building resilient digital infrastructure and services ecosystems.
“This MOU underscores Galaxy Backbone’s commitment to supporting state governments in building resilient digital infrastructure and services ecosystems. Through this partnership, we aim to deliver cutting-edge ICT services that will drive digital transformation and economic growth in Bauchi State,” he said.
In addition, Governor Bala Abdulkadir Muhammed expressed optimism about the collaboration, noting that it marks a pivotal moment for Bauchi State.
“This partnership with Galaxy Backbone marks a pivotal moment for Bauchi State. By leveraging advanced ICT infrastructure and expertise, we are poised to transform our state into a hub of digital innovation, ensuring efficient governance and improved service delivery for our citizens,” the governor said.
GBB’s mission is to extend its digital infrastructure footprint across Nigeria, providing state governments with the tools needed to thrive in the digital economy.
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