Africa Mobile Networks (AMN) has activated its 2,000th base station in Yebu, Nigeria, connecting more than 4.7 million people in previously unserved or underserved communities to 2G, 3G and 4G services, according to the company.
The move is part of its strategy to deploy 2,100 sites in the country by the end of 2026, the company said.
The rollout comes as Nigeria works to expand broadband access, particularly in underserved areas.
Broadband penetration stood at 58.22% in August 2026, according to figures attributed to the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC). This remained below the 70% target set out in the National Broadband Plan for 2025.
AMN's expansion aligns with the federal government's efforts to extend connectivity to underserved communities.
The Ministry of Communications, Innovation and digital Economy has outlined plans to expand rural infrastructure and connect 25 million additional digital users.
The company's expansion will continue into 2027 at a rate of more than 60 new sites a month in Nigeria, one of 10 countries where AMN operates. The company said it had previously achieved a peak installation rate of 114 sites in a single month.
The rollout also aligns with the objectives of the National Broadband Alliance for Nigeria, launched in February 2025 to accelerate broadband development and infrastructure investment. The government's stated targets included minimum download speeds of 10Mbps in rural areas and 25Mbps in urban areas.
“Reaching our 2,000th site in Nigeria is more than a milestone for AMN; it highlights the impact of purpose-built infrastructure in connecting previously unserved communities,” said Michael Darcy, CEO of AMN.
“From enabling local clinics to access life-saving remote consultations to empowering small businesses, we are building much more than towers. We will not stop until our vision is realised: no community, regardless of location, will be left without reliable communications.”
AMN said its network expansion can support local businesses, remote education and rural healthcare by improving access to digital services and remote consultations. The company also said connectivity can help narrow the digital gender gap and improve access to specialist healthcare.
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