MTN Nigeria has unveiled an ambitious plan to extend fibre connectivity to more than eight million homes across the country by 2028 — a move aimed at accelerating broadband penetration, boosting digital inclusion, and supporting Nigeria’s growing digital economy.
The initiative aligns with the Federal Government’s National Broadband Plan (NBP) and National Digital Economy Policy and Strategy (NDEPS), both of which seek to deliver reliable, affordable, and high-speed internet to households, businesses, and underserved communities.
According to MTN Nigeria, the fibre rollout is part of a broader effort to bridge connectivity gaps and support the increasing demand for data-intensive applications, remote work, digital services, and smart infrastructure. Nigeria’s fast-growing population and rapid urbanisation, the company noted, make fibre deployment a critical enabler of economic productivity and social inclusion.
To achieve its 2028 target, MTN is partnering with infrastructure companies, state governments, and local contractors to ensure sustainable and regionally balanced deployment. The company also plans to integrate fibre infrastructure into new residential and commercial developments to future-proof urban growth and connectivity needs.
However, MTN acknowledged several challenges facing large-scale fibre expansion, including vandalism, right-of-way (RoW) restrictions, and uncoordinated road construction that often leads to network damage. The company emphasised the need for continued collaboration among stakeholders to protect telecom assets and streamline regulatory frameworks.
MTN commended the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) for its policy reforms and for designating telecommunications infrastructure as critical national assets, a move that enhances investment security and infrastructure protection.
With this new initiative, MTN Nigeria aims to strengthen the country’s digital backbone, improve service quality, and enable a more inclusive digital economy where connectivity drives innovation, education, commerce, and governance.
The company reaffirmed its long-term commitment to ensuring that every Nigerian household has access to affordable, reliable, and high-speed broadband, positioning Nigeria as a leading digital hub in Africa by the end of the decade.
