ATC's Africa unit partners with MTN Nigeria on wireless connectivity
American Tower Corporation's Africa operations (ATC Africa) and MTN Nigeria have recently disclosed a new agreement aimed at bolstering wireless connectivity throughout Nigeria. According to the terms of the agreement, ATC Africa will facilitate additional tenancies for MTN Nigeria over the course of several years, beginning in the second half of 2024.
The plan involves meeting MTN Nigeria's site needs by tapping into ATC Africa's extensive portfolio, which comprises over 8,000 sites in Nigeria, with a significant portion already equipped with green energy solutions. Moreover, new sites will be deployed following ATC Africa's green site specifications.
Marek Busfy, Senior Vice President and CEO of ATC Africa expressed his enthusiasm for the collaboration, stating, "We're thrilled to further strengthen our partnership with MTN Nigeria. We believe this agreement, securing incremental lease-up on our existing portfolio and a robust development pipeline, clearly demonstrates the differentiated value ATC Africa can provide its customers through our quality of assets, leading build-to-suit capabilities, and best-in-class Power-as-a-Service and green site offerings."
Points clés à retenir
The collaboration between American Tower Corporation's Africa operations (ATC Africa) and MTN Nigeria holds paramount significance for Nigeria's telecom landscape. The agreement is poised to significantly enhance wireless connectivity across the country and aligns with Nigeria's increasing demand for reliable and widespread telecommunication services. The deployment of new sites in accordance with green specifications not only contributes to environmental sustainability but also addresses energy challenges, crucial for uninterrupted telecom services. As the partnership facilitates additional tenancies, it is expected to advance the overall infrastructure, ensuring improved network coverage and quality. In a rapidly evolving digital landscape, this collaboration plays a pivotal role in meeting the growing connectivity needs of Nigeria, fostering economic development, and enhancing the daily lives of its citizens.






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