Rack Centre: Revolutionizing Nigeria's Digital Landscape with New LGS2 12MW Data Centre
Infrastructure Project | Apr 12, 2025 | Zawya
Rack Centre, a leading Tier III carrier and cloud-neutral data centre in West Africa, has commissioned the LGS2 12MW IT Load Data Centre in Lagos, Nigeria. This cutting-edge facility marks a significant milestone in Nigeria's digital transformation, heralding a new era of digital infrastructure that promises to revolutionize the region's technological landscape. The center, described by Rack Centre Chairman Maher Jarmakani as a 'game changer,' is designed to offer uninterrupted, energy-efficient, world-class services to enterprises, cloud providers, and financial institutions. The Governor of Lagos State commended Rack Centre for its sustainability and energy-efficient design, which is expected to attract global investors to Lagos, positioning it as a hub for digital innovation. The data centre, strategically located on Lagos Mainland, will enhance communication and cloud service reliability and efficiency while reinforcing Rack Centre's pivotal role in building Nigeria's digital future. CEO Lars Johannisson also expressed appreciation for the support from the Lagos State Government, emphasizing the data center's role in securing and enabling Nigeria's digital economy, further solidifying West Africa's digital infrastructure leadership.
Sectors
- Data Centre Services
- Digital Infrastructure
- Technology
Geography
- Nigeria – The data centre is located in Lagos, Nigeria, which is set to become a hub of digital innovation and transformation.
- West Africa – Rack Centre is a leading digital infrastructure provider within the West African region, underscoring its role in the broader regional market.
Industry
- Data Centre Services – Rack Centre operates as a Tier III carrier and cloud-neutral data centre, providing colocation services and interconnections between carriers and customers.
- Digital Infrastructure – The commissioning of LGS2 12MW IT Load Data Centre is a major development in Nigeria's digital infrastructure, supporting the country's move towards a digital economy.
- Technology – The new facility is designed with advanced technology, including sustainable and energy-efficient features, contributing to technological advancement in Nigeria.
Financials
Participants
| Name | Role | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rack Centre | Data Centre Operator | Company | Rack Centre is a leading Tier III Carrier and cloud-neutral data centre operator in West Africa, offering colocation services and interconnection. |
| Maher Jarmakani | Chairman | Person | Chairman of Rack Centre, responsible for announcing the commissioning of the new data centre. |
| Babajide Sanwo-Olu | Governor of Lagos State | Government | Governor of Lagos State who commended the facility's sustainability and potential to attract global investors. |
| Lars Johannisson | Chief Executive Officer | Person | CEO of Rack Centre who appreciated the support from the Lagos State Government and highlighted the data centre's role in Nigeria's digital transformation. |