Nigeria is set to welcome a major boost to its digital infrastructure following Nugi Group’s announcement of plans to establish a Tier 4 data centre in Calabar, Cross River State. The project is poised to position Nigeria as a stronger player in the global data economy, providing world-class infrastructure that supports the country’s growing digital ambitions.
Unlike most technological investments concentrated in Lagos and Abuja, the decision to site the facility in Calabar signals a conscious effort to decentralize Nigeria’s digital ecosystem. Ugi Augustine, President and Solutions Architect of Nugi Group, emphasized that Cross River’s abundant resources and cost advantages make it a strategic choice, proving that world-class digital infrastructure can flourish outside the nation’s traditional hubs of commerce.
The facility is being built with sustainability at its core, integrating renewable and traditional energy sources to ensure optimal performance. Positioned near a waterfall for hydroelectric generation, the project also incorporates plans for a solar grid capable of storing energy for months and the conversion of natural gas into electricity. Together, these measures are designed to meet the stringent 99.99 percent uptime requirements expected of Tier 4 data centres.
Beyond infrastructure, the data centre is expected to drive transformative impact by attracting multinational technology companies seeking reliable, domestic data storage solutions. This will not only strengthen Nigeria’s data sovereignty but also stimulate investment, create jobs, and support the country’s long-term vision for digital transformation.
The Calabar-based Tier 4 facility represents more than just a data centre—it is a bold statement of Nigeria’s readiness to compete globally, expand its technological frontiers, and empower regions outside its main urban centres to play a vital role in the digital economy.
