Globacom widens spectrum, addresses congestions, achieves seamless digital connectivity
Globacom has announced extensive network infrastructure enhancements fuelled by significant spectrum acquisitions and increased data resources. This is designed to provide faster internet speeds, ensure better coverage and better customer experience across the country.
The measures, which have been in effect since the beginning of this month, are a component of the company’s plan to create a communications network that is future-proof and equipped to assist the nation’s digital development. According to the company, the boosting of its capacity has greatly improved Glo’s broadband performance across the country. Now, the network can process larger amounts of data at high speeds. The enlarged spectrum makes it possible for continuous video streaming, faster downloads, better upload capabilities, and clearer voice communications.
Globacom said more physical infrastructure was being deployed in addition to this upgraded spectrum capacity, with hundreds of new sites under construction in various locations across the country, Thousands of LTE sites that were established this year are also being strengthened. In order to increase broadband penetration and improve indoor and outdoor connectivity in cities, towns, and rural communities across the nation, thousands more sites are planned for roll-out over the course of the next 12 months.
Disclosed a company official: “These new network resources are not isolated improvements; they represent a nationwide transformation. Nigerians will now experience stronger coverage, higher speeds and consistent service quality everywhere they live, work or travel”.
Globacom further announced a strengthened fibre backbone across critical national routes to support the expanded network capacity. This fibre enhancement is supported by upgrades to backhaul systems, including advanced microwave technology and core network optimisation. The company added that these improvements would help eliminate congestion nationwide, resulting in more stable browsing, enhanced voice clarity and smoother digital experiences for millions of users.
Alongside its technical expansion, Glo is deepening its commitment to sustainability with the rollout of hybrid battery power systems across numerous sites. The greener model reduces dependence on diesel, while also improving network uptime and cost efficiency.
Stated another senior official of the company while reaffirming its customer-focused direction: “Our promise is straightforward: world-class connectivity at pocket-friendly prices. Every Nigerian should have access to fast, reliable and affordable communication, and our network upgrade ensures exactly that”.
Globacom emphasised that customers would continue to enjoy affordable data and voice tariffs, loyalty rewards, special youth and SME packages, as well as exclusive entertainment offerings on GloTV. The company encouraged subscribers and potential customers to take advantage of the enhanced service capabilities, noting that the upgraded network would empower education, business operations, entertainment, e-commerce and digital innovation nationwide.
With stronger spectrum capacity, broader coverage, faster speeds and nationwide congestion resolution, Glo affirmed that the new improvements mark the beginning of a more advanced digital experience for Nigeria.
