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MTN Nigeria has achieved the Tier III Certification for Constructed Facility (TCCF) from the Uptime Institute for its Dabengwa Data Centre, reinforcing its commitment to world-class digital infrastructure and enterprise reliability.
The certification, one of the most respected global benchmarks for data centre performance, validates that the facility meets stringent standards for redundancy, uptime, and resilience. Tier III facilities are designed to guarantee 99.982% availability, allowing for routine maintenance without service disruption, and limiting downtime to just 1.6 hours annually.
Launched in July, the Dabengwa Data Centre is Nigeria’s largest prefabricated modular data facility, built with 96 prefabricated containers in its first phase. It integrates AI-powered energy optimisation, hybrid cloud capabilities, and future-ready scalability, positioning it as a robust solution for enterprises seeking secure and efficient digital infrastructure.
This milestone follows the earlier attainment of the Tier III Certification for Design Documentation (TCDD), making Dabengwa one of only four facilities in Nigeria to hold both certifications.
Commenting on the achievement, Dr. Karl Toriola, Chief Executive Officer of MTN Nigeria, said:
“This certification is a testament to the hard work, strategic focus, and collaboration across our teams and partners, in line with global best practices. It reflects our commitment to building top-tier infrastructure that supports Nigeria’s digital future. We will continue to uphold these standards of quality, resilience, and compliance to deliver greater value to our stakeholders.”
As MTN Nigeria’s first technical facility to secure the certification, the Dabengwa Data Centre strengthens the company’s infrastructure strategy, supporting business continuity, enterprise reliability, and Nigeria’s digital transformation agenda.
The achievement is also aligned with MTN’s Ambition 2025 Strategy, which prioritises resilient digital infrastructure as a foundation for inclusive economic growth.
By investing in scalable, future-ready infrastructure, MTN Nigeria continues to enable businesses, drive innovation, and accelerate the country’s transition into a digitally inclusive economy.
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