Equinix, a digital infrastructure company, today announced its intention to open its latest high-performance data centre in Lagos, Nigeria, worth $22 million.
The investment in the LG3 data centre marks the first phase of an ambitious $100 million plan aimed at transforming Africa’s digital landscape over the next two years. Scheduled to launch in Q1 2026, the new site will provide essential infrastructure in Nigeria, helping local businesses grow and attracting international companies to this strategically located hub for global connectivity.
“LG3 marks a significant milestone in Equinix’s long-term commitment to bridging Africa’s digital divide,” said Wole Abu, Managing Director for West Africa at Equinix.
“As Lagos emerges at the crossroads of talent, innovation, and global connectivity, this facility is accelerating access to technologies like cloud, AI, and the next wave of startups. We’re not just building data centres; we’re fostering growth, empowering innovation, and laying the groundwork for an interconnected African economy ready to lead on the global stage.”
LG3 Data Centre
The introduction of the LG3 Data Centre in Nigeria also includes the integration of Equinix Fabric into the metro, allowing businesses to securely link their physical and virtual infrastructure with cloud providers, partners, and other Equinix locations worldwide.
Olawale Owoeye, Managing Director at Cedarview, added, “Equinix’s Lagos data centre will provide us with the robust and resilient platform our customers demand to expand our digital footprint. The unparalleled reliability and access to a global ecosystem empower us to deliver high-performance solutions to our customers, and the new LG3 data centre in Lagos is a key step in ensuring we remain at the forefront of businesses connecting Africa.”
Since entering the African market in 2022, Equinix has expanded its presence in key African markets, including Nigeria, Ghana, and Côte d’Ivoire. Last year, the company also opened its first data centre in Johannesburg, South Africa, significantly strengthening Equinix’s global presence on the continent and accelerating Africa’s digital transformation by delivering sustainable, carrier-neutral infrastructure that reliably connects it with the rest of the global economy.
Commenting on the opportunity for Equinix in Africa, Aslıhan Güreşcier, Vice President, EMEA Growth & Emerging Markets at Equinix, said,
“Africa’s digital transformation is accelerating, driven by a young population, rising internet access, and increasing demand for secure data infrastructure. With the opening of our newest data centre in Lagos, Equinix is proud to invest in this dynamic region, supporting our customers’ growth with world-class data centres that power everything from banking and education to emergency services and commerce.”