Galaxy Backbone Limited (GBB) is delighted to announce that its state-of-the-art National Shared Services Centre Data Center 1 (NSSC DC1), Phase 1, located in Abuja, has been awarded the Uptime Institute Tier III Certification of Constructed Facility. This globally recognized certification, underscores Galaxy Backbone’s unwavering commitment to delivering exceptional digital infrastructure services that adhere to the highest global standards of availability, resilience, and reliability.
As Nigeria’s foremost digital infrastructure and ICT service provider, Galaxy Backbone remains steadfast in its mission to provide innovative Cloud, Colocation, Connectivity, and Cybersecurity solutions to meet the dynamic needs of organizations in both public and private sectors. 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.
The Uptime Institute Tier III Certification represents a benchmark for operational excellence and reliability. The certification guarantees an infrastructure built to withstand unexpected disruptions, including natural disasters, cyberattacks, and emergencies. This ensures uninterrupted business operations for our customers and aligns with our commitment to delivering reliable services that safeguard our clients’ critical data and digital assets.
This achievement adds to Galaxy Backbone’s portfolio of certifications, which already includes ISO 20000(Service Management Systems), ISO 2700l(Information Security Management Systems(ISMS), 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.
As Galaxy Backbone celebrates this significant milestone in addition to Galaxy Backbone existing Tier-IV Data Center TCCF (Tier-IV Certification of Constructed Facility), we reaffirm our commitment to fostering sustainable partnerships with stakeholders while expanding our fibre-optic network to reach more cities and underserved communities across Nigeria. This expansion will create a stronger and more inclusive digital ecosystem, empowering organizations of all sizes to achieve their goals with confidence.
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.
About Galaxy Backbone
Galaxy Backbone (GBB) Limited is Nigeria’s premier Digital transformation Company and foremost provider of shared ICT infrastructure and digital services. The organization is committed is to driving digital inclusion and enabling digital services across the nation. At its core, GBB serves as the digital backbone of the Federal Government, providing secure, reliable ICT infrastructure and services with a robust National ICT Infrastructure spanning over 5,000km of fibre-optic cables in 28 states of the federations.
Signed:
Chidi Okpala
Head, Corporate Communications
Galaxy Backbone