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Powering Progress: Nigerian Universities Get Sustainable Energy, Internet

7/5/2025

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In a groundbreaking partnership in Abuja, the Rural Electrification Agency (REA) and Galaxy Backbone (GBB) are set to empower Nigerian universities with sustainable electricity and internet access. This initiative promises to ignite economic growth, drive digital transformation, and enhance governance, with leaders from both agencies underscoring the vital role of reliable power and connectivity in shaping the future.

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In a groundbreaking partnership in Abuja, the Rural Electrification Agency (REA) and Galaxy Backbone (GBB) are set to empower Nigerian universities with sustainable electricity and internet access. This initiative promises to ignite economic growth, drive digital transformation, and enhance governance, with leaders from both agencies underscoring the vital role of reliable power and connectivity in shaping the future.