Equinix, Inc., the world’s leading digital infrastructure company, has announced plans to build a new state-of-the-art data centre in Lagos, Nigeria, as part of a $22 million investment in the country’s growing digital economy.
The facility, codenamed LG3, represents the first phase of an ambitious $100 million investment plan aimed at accelerating Africa’s digital transformation over the next two years. Scheduled to open in the first quarter of 2026, the Lagos site will provide critical infrastructure to help Nigerian businesses scale globally while attracting international companies to the country’s rapidly emerging technology hub.
The new LG3 data centre will also integrate Equinix Fabric, enabling businesses to securely connect their physical and virtual infrastructure to cloud service providers, partners, and other Equinix locations worldwide.
“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.”
Echoing the sentiment, Olawale Owoeye, Managing Director at Cedarview, said “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.”
Nigeria, Sub-Saharan Africa’s second-largest economy, is home to a dynamic, tech-savvy population. Lagos, in particular, stands as a focal point for the continent’s digital growth — recently recognised as the only African city in the Global Top 100 Startup Ecosystems.
Commenting on the company’s expansion strategy, Aslıhan Güreşcier, Vice President for 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.”
Since entering the African market in 2022, Equinix has strengthened its presence across key markets, including Nigeria, Ghana, and Côte d’Ivoire. In 2024, the company launched its first data centre in Johannesburg, South Africa, further expanding its global footprint and reinforcing its commitment to delivering sustainable, carrier-neutral infrastructure that connects Africa to the global economy.
With over 270 data centres worldwide, Equinix continues to leverage its global expertise to support Africa’s connectivity. The company aims to harness Nigeria’s strategic location as a hub for international subsea cable connections, linking Africa with Europe, Asia, and beyond.
Equinix also reiterated its commitment to sustainability, emphasising that its investments including LG3 are guided by a focus on reducing environmental impact and improving operational efficiency.
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