Galaxy Backbone Celebrates 20 Years Of Powering Digital Evolution

The Federal Government’s leading ICT infrastructure and shared services provider, Galaxy Backbone Limited (GBB), is marking two decades of powering the nation’s digital evolution.

The 20th anniversary is slated for June 2026 with a grand celebration that reflects innovation, resilience and national impact.

This was disclosed in a statement issued on Friday by the head, Corporate Communications of the agency, Chidi Okpala. He stressed that since its inception in 2006, Galaxy Backbone has been at the heart of Nigeria’s digital transformation journey, building the technological foundation that supports modern government operations and public service delivery.

The statement said, “What began as a bold vision to connect government has grown into a critical national platform that drives efficiency, transparency, collaboration and innovation across the public sector.

“Over the last 20 years, GBB has helped redefine how the government works.

By providing secure connectivity, enterprise-grade data centre services, cloud platforms, and digital collaboration tools, Galaxy Backbone has enabled Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) to move from fragmented, paper-based processes to more integrated, technology-driven systems.”

This transformation, the statement noted, has improved government-to-government coordination, strengthened engagement with businesses, and enhanced the delivery of services to citizens, such that today, the digital infrastructure powered by Galaxy Backbone supports thousands of government users, hundreds of institutions, and critical national platforms that Nigerians rely on daily.

A key part of this journey has been the Federal Government of Nigeria’s investment, managed by GBB in robust national infrastructure, high-capacity and world-class data centres, fibre-optic connectivity across multiple states, secure hosting services, and shared platforms that have helped the government operate more efficiently and responsively.

“These contributions have played a pivotal role in Nigeria’s progress toward a more digital, agile and citizen-centred public service.

“Galaxy Backbone’s impact has earned both national and global recognition. In 2025, the organisation was ranked first overall in the Federal Government Website Performance Scorecard, reflecting its commitment to excellence in digital service delivery,” the statement added.

At the international scene,  the statement noted that the GBB, a couple of years ago, received the prestigious United Nations Public Service Award, a testament to its leadership in promoting a whole-of-government approach to digital transformation.

“As GBB celebrates two decades of service, this milestone is more than an organisational anniversary; it is a celebration of Nigeria’s digital evolution. It is an opportunity to appreciate how collaboration between government, industry partners, technology providers, and dedicated public servants has helped build a stronger, more connected nation,” the statement said.

It stressed that the June 2026 anniversary celebration will bring together stakeholders from across the public and private sectors to reflect on the journey so far, acknowledge the partnerships that have shaped this success, and chart an ambitious course for the future. It will highlight how collective effort, shared vision, and innovation have positioned Galaxy Backbone as a strategic national asset.

“Looking ahead, Galaxy Backbone remains committed to deepening digital transformation across the country; expanding infrastructure, strengthening cybersecurity, enhancing service delivery, and supporting the Federal Government’s drive for a smarter, more efficient and digitally empowered Nigeria.

“At 20 years, Galaxy Backbone stands proud of its past, confident in its present, and inspired by the limitless possibilities ahead,” the statement added.