The Nigeria data center market size is expected to grow at a CAGR of 15.82% from 2024 to 2030.
KEY HIGHLIGHTS
As of December 2024, the total core and shell power capacity of third-party data centers in Nigeria was approximately 65.8 MW. Additionally, around 327.8 MW is currently under construction or in the planned stages. Once all these data centers become operational within the next 4-5 years, the total power capacity is expected to increase fivefold.
The government is significantly contributing to the advancement of digital infrastructure throughout the nation. One of the initiatives is Nigeria's National Digital Economy Policy and Strategy (NDEPS 2020-2030), which aims to enhance the digital landscape of the country.
There has been a considerable shift from on-premises data centers to cloud and colocation data centers in Nigeria, which has been further accelerated over the last two years, owing to increased digitalization. Nigerian enterprises depend on managed service offerings than on standalone colocation services.
In the coming two to three years, significant investments in data centers are anticipated in Nigeria, driven by the entry of multiple operators in the Nigeria data center market. It is estimated that the total investment in this sector can cross the USD 2.94 billion mark from 2025 to 2030.
WHY SHOULD YOU BUY THIS RESEARCH?
Market size available in the investment, area, power capacity, and the Nigeria colocation market revenue.
An assessment of the data center investment in Nigeria by colocation, hyperscale, and enterprise operators.
Data center investments in the area (square feet) and power capacity (MW) across cities in the country.
A detailed study of the existing Nigeria data center market landscape, an in-depth market analysis, and insightful predictions about the Nigeria data center market size during the forecast period.
Snapshot of existing and upcoming third-party data center facilities in Nigeria
Facilities Covered (Existing): 16
Facilities Identified (Upcoming): 17
Coverage: 2 Cities
Existing vs. Upcoming (Data Center Area)
Existing vs. Upcoming (IT Load Capacity)
Data center colocation market in Nigeria
Colocation Market Revenue & Forecast (2021-2030)
Retail Colocation Pricing
The Nigeria data center landscape market investments are classified into IT, power, cooling, and general construction services with sizing and forecast.
A comprehensive analysis of the latest trends, growth rate, potential opportunities, growth restraints, and prospects for the industry.
Business overview and product offerings of prominent IT infrastructure providers, construction contractors, support infrastructure providers, and investors operating in the industry.
A transparent research methodology and the analysis of the demand and supply aspects of the market.
NIGERIA DATA CENTER MARKET VENDOR LANDSCAPE
Some of the leading colocation operators in the Nigeria data center market include Africa Data Centres, Open Access Data Centres, 21st Century Technologies, Nxtra by Airtel, Equinix (MainOne), Digital Realty, and Rack Centre. The possible new entrant in the Nigeria data center market is Kasi Cloud.
Several global colocation providers are entering the Nigeria data center market by forming strategic partnerships with local enterprises or acquiring local companies. For example, in 2022, Equinix entered the market by acquiring data center facilities from MainOne. Likewise, Digital Realty acquired the data center facilities of Medallion Data Centres to establish its market presence.
In March 2025, Open Access Data Centres announced its plan to develop a new data center in Lagos with a power capacity of around 24 MW. The data center will be developed in two stages, with the first phase of 12 MW likely to come online by 2026.
In December 2024, Huawei Technologies launched a local cloud service in Nigeria. This launch ensures data residency within Nigeria, thereby aligning with the data protection regulations and significantly reducing latency from over 80 milliseconds to approximately 15 milliseconds for local customers.
Telecom operators such as MTN, Airtel Africa PLC, and Globacom are the major telecom operators that have launched commercial 5G services across the country.
EXISTING VS. UPCOMING DATA CENTERS
Existing Facilities in the Region (Area and Power Capacity)
Lagos
Other Cities
List of Upcoming Facilities in the Region (Area and Power Capacity)
Lagos
Other Cities
IT Infrastructure Providers
Arista Networks
Broadcom
Dell Technologies
Hewlett Packard Enterprise
Huawei Technologies
IBM
Lenovo
NetApp
Data Center Construction Contractors & Sub-Contractors
Arup
BlueSun DC
Edarat Group
Interkel Group
GREA (Gateway Real Estate Africa)
Future-tech
Support Infrastructure Providers
ABB
Caterpillar
Cummins
Eaton
Envicool
KSTAR
Rehlko (Kohler)
Legrand
Rittal
Schneider Electric
STULZ
Vertiv
Data Center Investors
21st Century Technologies
Africa Data Centres
Digital Realty
Equinix (MainOne)
MTN
Nxtra by Airtel
Open Access Data Centres
Rack Centre
New Entrants
Kasi Cloud
REPORT COVERAGE:
This report analyses the Nigerian data center market share. It elaborately analyses the existing and upcoming facilities and investments in IT, electrical, mechanical infrastructure, general construction, and tier standards. It discusses market sizing and investment estimation for different segments. The segmentation includes:
The report includes the investment in the following areas:
IT Infrastructure
Server Infrastructure
Storage Infrastructure
Network Infrastructure
Electrical Infrastructure
UPS Systems
Generators
Transfer Switches & Switchgears
PDUs
Other Electrical Infrastructure
Mechanical Infrastructure
Cooling Systems
Rack Cabinets
Other Mechanical Infrastructure
Cooling Systems
CRAC and CRAH Units
Chillers Units
Cooling Towers, Condensers, and Dry Coolers
Other Cooling Units
General Construction
Core & Shell Development
Installation & Commissioning Services
Building & Engineering Design
Fire Detection & Suppression Systems
Physical Security
Data Center Infrastructure Management (DCIM)
Tier Standard
Tier I & Tier II
Tier III
Tier IV
KEY QUESTIONS ANSWERED:
1. How big is the Nigeria data center market?
2. How much MW of power capacity will be added across Nigeria during 2025-2030?
3. What is the growth rate of the Nigeria data center market?
4. What factors are driving the Nigeria data center market?
1. Existing & Upcoming Third-Party Data Centers in Nigeria
1.1. Historical Market Scenario
1.2. 16 Unique Data Center Properties
1.3. Data Center IT Load Capacity
1.4. Data Center White Floor Area Space
1.5. Existing Vs Upcoming Data Center Capacity by Cities
1.6. Cities Covered
1.6.1. Lagos
1.6.2. Other Cities
1.7. List of Upcoming Data Center Projects
2. Investment Opportunities in Nigeria
2.1. Microeconomic and Macroeconomic factors for Nigeria Market