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Double Victory for Digital Realty Nigeria in Nairobi
Digital Realty Nigeria has clinched the Data Center Provider of the Year award at the 10th African Digital Economy Awards in Nairobi, Kenya.
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Its Managing Director, Engr. Ikechukwu Nnamani, was also named Data Center Leader of the Year, cementing his reputation as one of Africa’s top digital infrastructure champions.
Recognition After Major Expansion
The awards came just weeks after Digital Realty Nigeria launched its third facility, LKK2 data center in Lekki, Lagos.
This expansion reinforces the company’s role in advancing Nigeria’s digital infrastructure and meeting growing demand for colocation, interconnection, and cloud services.
Nnamani’s Visionary Leadership Celebrated
Industry experts hailed Nnamani’s leadership for steering Digital Realty’s rapid growth and building Nigeria’s most connected data center ecosystem.
In his remarks, Nnamani expressed gratitude to his team, stressing that the awards reflect the resilience and innovation of Nigeria’s tech community.
“These recognitions inspire us to keep pushing boundaries in data center technology and to ensure Nigeria remains at the forefront of Africa’s digital transformation,” he said.
Industry Validation and Continental Impact
Founder of the awards, Akin Naphtal, praised Digital Realty for its expertise in data center connectivity.
He highlighted how the company enables seamless data exchange, enterprise solutions, and cloud adoption, all crucial to Africa’s digital economy growth.
Consistent Recognition for Excellence
This latest recognition adds to Nnamani’s impressive list of awards in 2025, including:
- ICT Personality of the Year at the Digital Innovation Awards (DIA)
- ICT Personality of the Decade at the BoICT Merit and Leadership Awards
- Recognition among the Top 50 Most Valuable Personalities in Nigeria’s Digital Economy 2025 (IT Edge News.Africa)
- Named one of the Top 20 Titans Powering Africa’s Digital Infrastructure by Capacity Magazine at ITW Africa 2025
Driving Africa’s Digital Future
The African Digital Economy Awards, now in its 10th year, celebrates the continent’s digital champions. The event aligns with the African Union’s digital transformation strategy, showcasing how leaders like Nnamani and companies like Digital Realty are shaping the future.
As data demand surges, Digital Realty Nigeria’s expansion and leadership firmly position it as a frontrunner in delivering the critical infrastructure powering Africa’s digital economy.
