Efforts to expand broadband access across the country received a boost following new financial commitments from the European Union and the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development in support of the Federal Government’s fibre expansion initiative.
The latest funding is expected to accelerate the rollout of Project BRIDGE, the national programme designed to strengthen Nigeria’s digital backbone and improve connectivity across urban and rural communities. Officials say the investments will support the deployment of extensive fibre-optic infrastructure aimed at increasing internet penetration and enhancing service reliability.
According to the government, the initiative is structured to attract private sector participation through a public-private partnership model, while leveraging concessional financing from international development partners.
The project seeks to modernise the country’s broadband network and create a more resilient digital infrastructure capable of supporting economic growth, innovation, education, healthcare delivery, and public services nationwide.
Authorities added that the new commitments build on earlier international support and reflect growing confidence in Nigeria’s digital transformation agenda.
The fibre expansion programme is expected to connect key institutions and significantly extend the national network, positioning the country to better compete in the global digital economy.
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