Galaxy Backbone Limited (GBB) has emphasized that sustained collaboration among African countries is essential for the continent's progress toward digital transformation. The organization stressed that building secure, interoperable, and inclusive digital systems across Africa cannot be achieved in isolation, urging stronger regional partnerships to accelerate innovation and shared infrastructure development.
GBB calls for regional cooperation
The position was outlined in a statement released on Sunday by the Head of Corporate Communications at Galaxy Backbone, Chidi Okpala. As GBB prepares to host a major delegation of policymakers, technology leaders, and development partners in Abuja, the company noted that the engagement will underscore the importance of cross-border cooperation in shaping Africa's digital future.
Okpala explained that the initiative is designed to facilitate dialogue and provide practical exposure to Nigeria's digital infrastructure ecosystem. According to him, the visit will enable delegates to better understand how shared ICT systems support governance and service delivery in the country.
“This engagement will provide an opportunity for African stakeholders to not only discuss policy frameworks but also see firsthand how digital public infrastructure is being deployed to improve efficiency, connectivity and innovation in the public sector,” Okpala said.
He added that GBB's hosting role reflects its growing importance in advancing digital governance and infrastructure development across the continent. “Galaxy Backbone is increasingly positioned as a key enabler of trusted digital infrastructure, and this engagement reinforces that role within Nigeria and beyond,” he noted.
CEO highlights collaborative approach
Speaking ahead of the programme, the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Galaxy Backbone, Professor Ibrahim Adeyanju, said the future of Africa's digital economy depends on the ability of countries to work together in building resilient systems.
“No single country can achieve the level of transformation required on its own. We must share knowledge, align strategies, and invest in systems that can serve the entire continent,” Adeyanju said.
According to the statement, the engagement will feature a continental dialogue themed “Building Africa's Digital Foundations Together,” bringing together stakeholders from 11 African countries in Abuja. The programme is being organized in partnership with Co-Develop, Smart Africa, and MicroSave Consulting, with discussions expected to focus on Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI), digital identity systems, secure connectivity, interoperability frameworks, and inclusive digital ecosystems.
Tour of GBB facilities
GBB said delegates will also undertake a guided tour of its infrastructure and facilities in Abuja, where they will be exposed to Nigeria's digital transformation journey and the systems supporting cloud services, cybersecurity, government connectivity, and digital platforms. The company noted that the tour is intended to demonstrate how shared ICT infrastructure is strengthening governance and enabling more efficient public service delivery.
Participants are expected to explore practical pathways for accelerating the deployment of digital public infrastructure to support economic growth and institutional reforms across Africa. GBB maintained that the initiative also confirms Nigeria's position as a regional hub for digital innovation and infrastructure development, while deepening cooperation among African nations.
