Nigeria’s digital transformation journey continues to accelerate as digital synergy guides stronger partnerships across key national institutions. This renewed momentum took centre stage when the Executive Vice Chairman and CEO of the National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI), Mr. Khalil Suleiman Halilu, welcomed the Managing Director and CEO of Galaxy Backbone (GBB), Prof. Ibrahim Adeyanju, to the Agency’s headquarters in Abuja. Their meeting highlighted a united resolve to build a smarter, more secure and more innovative public service for every citizen.
The conversation reflected a shared belief that collaboration remains essential for national progress. Both leaders understand that no single institution can deliver a fully digital Nigeria without stronger alignment, better integration and deeper cooperation. Their engagement therefore signaled a decisive step toward harmonising technology infrastructure, strengthening indigenous capacity and expanding digital solutions across Ministries, Departments and Agencies.
During the visit, Mr. Halilu emphasised NASENI’s role in driving homegrown innovation. He noted that Nigeria holds immense untapped potential in engineering, technology and applied research. He stressed that strategic partnerships remain key to unlocking this potential and creating sustainable digital infrastructure that reflects Nigeria’s unique needs. His position reinforced NASENI’s commitment to building technologies that serve citizens, empower industries and strengthen national resilience.
Prof. Adeyanju also underscored Galaxy Backbone’s mandate to provide secure, reliable and scalable digital services for government institutions. He highlighted the agency’s investments in data centres, connectivity networks and cybersecurity frameworks designed to support Nigeria’s growing digital ecosystem. He stated that collaboration with NASENI will help align ongoing infrastructure projects with new national priorities, particularly around security, efficiency and indigenous innovation.
Furthermore, both leaders reaffirmed their desire to improve interoperability across MDAs. They agreed that seamless systems remain central to a modern public service. They also recognised that shared platforms reduce duplication, improve service delivery and help government institutions function with greater speed and accountability. Their shared vision placed citizens at the centre of digital transformation, ensuring that public technology solutions become faster, smarter and more inclusive.
The discussion also highlighted Nigeria’s broader ambition to become a global digital leader. Nigeria holds Africa’s largest population of young innovators. Nigeria also hosts one of the continent’s most vibrant tech ecosystems. Therefore, institutions like NASENI and Galaxy Backbone must continue driving solutions created by Nigerians for Nigeria and the world. Their collaboration represents a strong signal that Nigeria’s digital future will be shaped by local talent, local intelligence and local creativity.
Additionally, the meeting reinforced government’s ongoing push for coordinated growth. Nigeria’s digital journey demands stronger policies, better infrastructure and sustained investment in research and engineering. It also requires leaders who understand global trends and who remain committed to adopting international best practices. Mr. Halilu and Prof. Adeyanju demonstrated this commitment by aligning their priorities around innovation, security and national development.
The partnership also promises long-term benefits for young Nigerians. Better infrastructure will support more start-ups. Improved connectivity will strengthen businesses. Enhanced security will protect digital assets. All these outcomes will shape a technology environment where creativity thrives, and where young people find more opportunities to innovate.
Nigeria’s digital future continues to grow because institutions are choosing cooperation over isolation. NASENI and Galaxy Backbone have shown that digital synergy drives progress. Their renewed partnership strengthens Nigeria’s foundation for innovation and ensures that the nation moves confidently toward a smarter, more connected and more globally competitive future.
