Galaxy Backbone Earns Tier III Certification for Abuja Data Centre

Galaxy Backbone (GBB) Ltd. has earned the prestigious Uptime Institute Tier III Certification for its state-of-the-art National Shared Services Centre Data Centre 1 (NSSC DC1) in Abuja.

In a statement issued on Tuesday in Abuja, GBB’s Head of Corporate Communications, Mr. Chidi Okpala, described the certification as a globally recognised milestone that highlights the organisation’s unwavering commitment to delivering exceptional digital infrastructure services that meet the highest global standards of availability, resilience, and reliability.

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Okpala noted that the certification guarantees an infrastructure designed to withstand unexpected disruptions, including natural disasters, cyber-attacks, and emergencies. He explained that this achievement ensures uninterrupted business operations for clients while safeguarding critical data and digital assets.

He further stated that GBB remains committed to providing innovative solutions in cloud services, colocation, connectivity, and cybersecurity to meet the evolving needs of organisations in both the public and private sectors.

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“The Tier III Certification is a testament to the company’s dedication to building a world-class digital ecosystem that supports its clients’ evolving demands while maintaining uncompromising operational efficiency,” Okpala said.

He continued: “The Uptime Institute Tier III Certification represents a benchmark for operational excellence and reliability. This achievement will add to Galaxy Backbone’s portfolio of certifications.

“The portfolio already includes ISO 20000 (Service Management Systems), ISO 27001 (Information Security Management Systems), ISO 9001:2015 (Quality Management), PCI DSS (Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard), and ISO 22301:2019 (Business Continuity Management).

“These milestones highlight our unwavering commitment to operational excellence, continuous improvement, maintaining international standards, and client satisfaction.

“With each certification, Galaxy Backbone solidifies its position as a trailblazer in ICT solutions and a key enabler of Nigeria’s digital transformation agenda.”

Okpala reaffirmed GBB’s commitment to fostering sustainable partnerships with stakeholders while expanding its fibre-optic network to reach underserved communities across Nigeria.

“This expansion will create a stronger and more inclusive digital ecosystem, empowering organisations of all sizes to achieve their goals with confidence,” he added.

He concluded: “Together, we will continue to set new benchmarks in innovation, service delivery, and infrastructure development, positioning Nigeria as a leading player in the global digital economy.”