MTN Nigeria is stepping up efforts to transform the country’s digital landscape with a bold plan to extend its fibre network to more than eight million homes by 2028 — a move set to redefine broadband access for millions.
The initiative comes as part of the telecom giant’s broader push to bridge connectivity gaps and fast-track Nigeria’s digital transformation under the government’s National Broadband Plan and Digital Economy Policy.
Rather than relying solely on existing infrastructure, MTN is adopting a community-driven rollout strategy that brings together state governments, infrastructure firms, and local contractors to accelerate fibre deployment. The company said this partnership model would make broadband expansion more sustainable and inclusive, especially in underserved regions.
Nigeria’s rapid population growth, urban sprawl, and rising appetite for data-intensive services like remote work, streaming, and online education have intensified the demand for fast, reliable internet. MTN’s fibre drive aims to meet that demand head-on by delivering low-latency, high-speed connectivity to homes, businesses, and small enterprises nationwide.
The company also plans to integrate fibre into new housing developments while addressing long-standing hurdles such as vandalism, right-of-way bottlenecks, and road construction damages that frequently disrupt network projects.
Commending the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) for declaring telecom infrastructure as critical national assets, MTN noted that supportive policies and regulatory protection have created the right environment for large-scale investments in digital infrastructure.
By 2028, MTN envisions a Nigeria where every household, regardless of location, can access reliable, affordable broadband — a step the company says will not only power innovation but also accelerate the country’s transition into a fully digital economy.
