In the first project commencing immediately, the joint venture will establish the hubs in Enugu and Awka, interconnect nearby institutions in Eastern Nigeria to peers in the Lagos area and environs, and counterparts in the global research network through the West and Central Research and Education Network (WACREN). Interconnection of clusters in other geo-political zones of Nigeria will follow in 2020. I am committed to ensuring that as MD of Galaxy Backbone, I help in achieving the eight pillars of creating a digital economy as developed by the minister’. The new MD of Galaxy Backbone explained that seven out of the eight pillars rests on digital infrastructure, an area where Galaxy Backbone plays a crucial role. He thanked the outgoing MD,Yusuf Kazaure for the great effort he has made in laying a solid structure for Galaxy Backbone and for the achievements the organization has attained during the period of his leadership.

Source: The Guardian January 08, 2020 03:00 UTC