Lagos to deploy additional 1,200km fiber-optic cable in 2025 – Sanwo-Olu 

Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu has announced plans to extend the state’s fibre-optic network by an additional 1,200 kilometers in 2025, complementing the existing 2,500 kilometers.

Sanwo-Olu said this on Thursday at the sixth edition of the Art of Technology Lagos Conference, which had the theme, “AI and the Lagos Digital Economy.”

The Governor, who was represented by his Deputy, Dr. Obafemi Hamzat, said the state also had plans to host world-class data centres in Lagos within the next 24 months.

According to Sanwo-Olu, these projects will provide the backbone for scalable, innovative solutions, and further solidify Lagos’ position as Africa’s leading technology hub.

Sanwo-Olu noted that Lagos is not just Nigeria’s economic nerve centre, but also Africa’s leading technology hub, accounting for over 60% of Nigeria’s tech startups.

“The platform is a transformative tool that embodies the state’s vision of accessible, transparent, and efficient governance. 

“We are extending Lagos’ fiber-optic network by an additional 1,200 kilometers over the next year, complementing the existing 2,500 kilometers. This will significantly boost connectivity for businesses, schools, and residents. 

“These projects are not just about infrastructure, they are about empowering our people and driving sustainable development across sectors,” he said 

While noting that the state’s digitisation efforts have been yielding positive results, the Governor disclosed that 14 agencies of the government have already digitised citizen-facing services, ensuring greater transparency, efficiency, and accessibility. 

“With the Enterprise Architecture Project, we are harmonising data systems to prepare for AI-driven service delivery. 

“This innovation will ensure faster responses and smoother interactions between citizens and government,” he said.