In a significant move for Nigeria's technological landscape, TD Africa, West Africa's premier technology distribution company, has entered into a strategic partnership with global energy management giant Schneider Electric to jointly develop next-generation, AI-powered data centres across the country.
Historic MoU Signing at Innovation Summit
The Memorandum of Understanding was formally executed during the Schneider Electric Innovation Day Nigeria 2025, a landmark event that attracted over 450 participants from various sectors. The gathering brought together influential stakeholders from technology, energy, infrastructure, and public policy spheres, including IT partners, automation engineers, electrical consultants, architects, prescribers, end users, and senior government officials.
The event, themed "Unlocking Nigeria's Energy Future: Policy, Innovation, and Investment," served as a platform for accelerating strategic conversations around the nation's energy transition and broader development objectives.
Leadership Perspectives on Digital Transformation
Dr Leo Stan Ekeh, Chairman of the Zinox Group, signed the agreement on behalf of TD Africa, describing the collaboration as a monumental step forward for Nigeria's digital evolution.
"This partnership stands as testimony to TD Africa's unwavering commitment to championing Africa's digital future," Ekeh stated. "Constructing AI-powered, resilient, and sustainable data centres represents more than just technological investment; it constitutes an investment in the competitiveness of Nigerian enterprises for the coming decade. In collaboration with Schneider Electric, we are building the essential infrastructure that will support a smarter, greener, and more prosperous Nigeria."
The signing ceremony featured significant contributions from Walid Sheta, Zone President for Middle East and Africa at Schneider Electric, and Canninah Dladla, Cluster President of the company.
Broad Industry Support and Future Implications
The event saw active participation from senior executives representing the Energy Commission of Nigeria, Rural Electrification Agency (REA), Nigeria LNG, Aradel Holdings, SEforALL, and several key government agencies. Panel discussions throughout the day emphasized the critical need for transformative partnerships, policy alignment, and long-term investments to support Nigeria's evolving energy and digital ecosystem.
This new agreement reinforces TD Africa's established reputation as a catalyst for digital transformation throughout West Africa. The collaboration effectively combines TD Africa's extensive distribution network and technological influence with Schneider Electric's global expertise in energy management and automation solutions.
The partnership is expected to yield a new class of data centre infrastructure characterized by enhanced security, energy efficiency, scalability, and compliance with global sustainability standards. These facilities, designed for both Core and Edge environments, will play a crucial role in strengthening Nigeria's digital backbone, directly supporting the country's ambitions for technological resilience, sustainability, and advancement.
The resulting infrastructure will be capable of supporting Nigeria's rapidly expanding digital economy while enabling local enterprises to compete effectively on the global stage. This development marks a pivotal moment in Nigeria's journey toward technological self-sufficiency and digital excellence.
