Africa Mobile Networks (AMN) has activated its 2,000th base station in Nigeria, expanding mobile connectivity across previously unserved and underserved communities. The company said recent testing at a dual-band site in Yebu delivered 4G download speeds exceeding 81 Mbps.
AMN said its infrastructure now represents 10% of the active tower footprint of Africa’s largest mobile network operator in Nigeria, although the operator was not named in the announcement. Its network connects more than 4.7 million people to 2G, 3G and 4G services.
The company plans to exceed 2,100 sites in Nigeria by the end of 2026, with expansion continuing into 2027 at a pace of more than 60 new sites per month. AMN, which operates in 10 countries, said it has previously installed as many as 114 sites in Nigeria in a single month.
The expansion is supported by AMN’s proprietary AMN Radio Node (ARN), deployed across its towers since 2024. The multi-carrier technology supports 2G, 3G and 4G services, while dual-band configurations allow operators to provide connectivity across multiple frequency bands.
AMN has also integrated Starlink low-Earth-orbit satellite connectivity for backhaul. Its first Nigerian deployment combining Starlink connectivity with ARN technology is located at the Yebu site.
AMN Chief Executive Officer Michael Darcy said the milestone highlights the role of purpose-built infrastructure in connecting communities previously lacking reliable communications. He noted that improved connectivity can help local clinics access remote consultations and enable small businesses to use digital services.
The company said its network expansion is intended to support wider socio-economic development by improving access to digital services, supporting remote education, strengthening healthcare delivery and helping narrow the digital gender gap.
By extending mobile coverage into rural and underserved areas, AMN aims to help more communities access communications services and digital opportunities.
