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Nigeria Launches Bold Plan for 70% Broadband Access by 2025

2/11/2025

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On February 4, Nigeria's Ministry of Communications unveiled the National Broadband Alliance for Nigeria (NBAN), a bold initiative to boost broadband access. By fostering collaboration among government, private sectors, and civil society, the goal is to achieve 70% broadband penetration by 2025. However, obstacles like underused infrastructure, limited device availability, and low digital literacy threaten this ambitious vision.

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On February 4, Nigeria's Ministry of Communications unveiled the National Broadband Alliance for Nigeria (NBAN), a bold initiative to boost broadband access. By fostering collaboration among government, private sectors, and civil society, the goal is to achieve 70% broadband penetration by 2025. However, obstacles like underused infrastructure, limited device availability, and low digital literacy threaten this ambitious vision.