Nigeria’s Digital Switch Over

 

The launch of Nigeria’s Digital Switch Over (DSO) earlier today marks the actualisation of a longstanding dream to transition our broadcasting from analogue to digital. It represents an important milestone in our broader digital transformation agenda and another demonstration of H.E. President @officialABAT, GCFR’s commitment to investing in the foundational infrastructure that unlocks growth and prosperity for decades to come.

The DSO represents a major advancement for broadcasting whose significance extends far beyond television. By leveraging NigComSat’s satellite infrastructure, Nigerians can benefit from clearer access to information, broader educational and cultural content, improved quality of service, and greater inclusion, ensuring that no one is left behind simply because of where they live.

The Digital Switch Over is one of the first visible benefits of a much larger national digital infrastructure strategy. Under this administration, Nigeria is embarking on the deployment of 90,000 kilometres of open-access fibre infrastructure through Project BRIDGE, connecting communities, businesses, institutions, and public services across the country. At the same time, Mr President has approved investments in two additional satellites that will further strengthen our capacity in communications and digital services.

Together, these investments will create a truly transformative digital backbone capable of reaching every Nigerian, regardless of geography. As our digital infrastructure expands, it creates unprecedented opportunities for broadcasters, content creators, entrepreneurs, and innovators to reach audiences across West Africa and beyond. Infrastructure does not merely move signals; it amplifies culture, ideas, and influence as we move closer to a more connected, more inclusive, and more prosperous Nigeria.

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