Galaxy Backbone Achieves PCI DSS Recertification

Galaxy Backbone (GBB) has announced that it has attained recertification for the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS). This achievement underscores GBB’s dedication to maintaining international standards and best practices in data security.

It stated that GBB would continue to provide services with the utmost security and operational excellence thanks to the PCI DSS recertification.

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— Galaxy Backbone (@Galaxybackbone) January 31, 2025

This was said in a statement released in Abuja on Tuesday by Chidi Okpala, Head of Corporate Communications at GBB.

According to him, the PCI DSS certification is a widely accepted standard for protecting financial transactions, guaranteeing that businesses that handle credit card data uphold the highest security standards.

According to Okpala, Prof. Ibrahim Adeyanju, the Managing Director of GBB, described GBB as a company at the forefront of connectivity and digital transformation.

Achieving PCI DSS recertification, according to the GBB boss, demonstrates our steadfast dedication to data security, compliance, and global best practices.

“This recertification underscores GBB’s dedication to safeguarding sensitive financial data, mitigating cyber threats, and supporting the growth of Nigeria’s digital economy.

“Our financial services partners and customers can continue to trust GBB to provide secure, resilient, and high-performance infrastructure that meets global regulatory requirements.’’

Achieving PCI DSS recertification, according to the GBB boss, demonstrates our steadfast dedication to data security, compliance, and global best practices.

“This milestone reinforces the company’s role as a trusted technology partner in Nigeria’s evolving digital and financial landscape.

“The PCI DSS recertification also compliments our extensive portfolio of internationally recognised certifications, including ISO 20000 for Service Management Systems (SMS), ISO 27001 for Information Security Management Systems (ISMS).

“ISO 9001 for Quality Management Systems (QMS) and ISO 22301 for Business Continuity Management Systems (BCMS).

“These certifications reaffirm the organisation’s commitment to providing services that are secure, efficient, and in line with global best practices.”

Achieving PCI DSS recertification, according to the GBB boss, demonstrates our steadfast dedication to data security, compliance, and global best practices.

“GBB recognises that providing excellent service goes beyond just compliance. It is about creating lasting value for corporations and government entities alike.

“It delivers cutting-edge solutions that drive digital transformation, improve operational efficiency, and foster secure, reliable communication and data exchange.”

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