| Study Period | 2019 - 2031 |
| Base Year For Estimation | 2024 |
| Forecast Data Period | 2025 - 2031 |
| Market Size (2025) | USD 106.92 Million |
| Market Size (2031) | USD 339.58 Million |
| CAGR (2025 - 2031) | 21.24 % |
| Market Concentration | High |
Major Players*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order |
Nigeria Data Center Networking Market Analysis
The Nigeria Data Center Networking Market size is estimated at USD 106.92 million in 2025, and is expected to reach USD 339.58 million by 2031, at a CAGR of 21.24% during the forecast period (2025-2031).
Nigeria is among the three countries in Africa with the most interconnected networks that have succeeded in exchanging 70-80 percent of their traffic locally. Nigeria's main cities, including Port-Harcourt, Lagos, Benin City, Kano, and Ibadan, experience higher latency compared to their counterparts in other African countries. With increasing data center facilities, the market is expected to grow.
- The upcoming IT load capacity of the Nigeria data center rack market is expected to reach 220 MW by 2029. The country's construction of raised floor area is expected to increase to 0.6 million sq. ft by 2029.
- The country's total number of racks to be installed is expected to reach 32,000 units by 2029. Johannesburg is expected to house the maximum number of racks by 2029. There are close to eight submarine cable systems connecting Nigeria, and many are under construction
Nigeria Data Center Networking Market Trends
IT and Telecom to Hold Significant Growth
- Nigeria has one of the largest telecom markets in Africa, supported by the second-largest economy on the continent after South Africa. In February 2023, the Nigerian Communications Commission, the Nigerian telecom regulator, reported that the number of active mobile telecommunication plan subscriptions in the country reached about 222,571 million in December 2022, which shows the demand for mobile services in Nigeria. Overall, increasing network traffic is leading to major data center investment, leading to DC networking adoption.
- 5G networks can be sliced into uniquely purposed slices, and each virtual network slice could demand unique security capabilities based on various usage scenarios. The shipment of 5G-enabled devices increased by 26.9% to Nigeria and other Sub-Saharan African countries in the second quarter of 2022, according to the GSMA. This is following the recent launch of the 5G network in Nigeria. The Global Association of Telecommunication Firms disclosed that the availability and affordability of 5G devices would be crucial to 5G adoption in the region.
- Many firms offer virtualization services in Nigeria. They do so directly or through partner companies that are closer to client businesses. A player such as Layer3 has partnered with VMWare, one of the major leading providers of virtualization services, to deliver the virtual capabilities one business needs. From digital workspaces to virtual cloud networks, the range of solutions will enable us to maximize the resources and reap more from IT investments.
- In terms of investment, with increasing investment in spectrum 5G, the demand for data center networking equipment will increase significantly. In September 2021, the Nigerian government approved 5G in Nigeria. By December 2021, the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) had completed auctions for the 3.5GHz spectrum, awarding 5G operational licenses to MTN and MAFAB Communications. The NCC licensed Airtel a 5G spectrum on December 5, 2022.
Understand The Key Trends Shaping This Market
Download PDF
Ethernet Switches to Hold Significant Share
- In Nigeria, Ethernet is increasingly becoming an important sector for enterprises with the development of mobile communications and cloud computing. With the government's emphasis on the cloud and its wide application to end users, the demand for Ethernet adapters in the Ethernet market is on the rise.
- Carrier Ethernet extends ethernet from the local area network (LAN) to the wide area network (WAN), enabling companies to connect their ethernet LANs to service provider networks via the same ethernet interface they use to attach every device in the network. Carrier ethernet deployments are also growing in Nigeria. For Nigeria, mobile is an integral part of a Nigerian's life for both social networking as well as for education and to access services not readily available within communities.
- AFR-IX telecom has the most reliable and largest Metro Ethernet Pan African Network and offers global coverage services in Africa, including Nigeria. AFR-IX needed a top-notch carrier-neutral data center facility for their services and connectivity solutions, and they partnered with Rack Centre.
- To take benefit of such a market, various large cloud companies are adopting ethernet switches. The increase in hybrid cloud service providers creates demand for colocation services. These facilities help service providers make smarter decisions and analyze data. The indirect impact of the new data center facilities for cloud-based services provided by companies continues to boost the demand.
- Amazon Web Services (AWS) announced an expansion in Nigeria by launching a new edge location in Lagos. Customers in Nigeria can expect up to 20% improvement in latency, on average, for data delivered through the new edge location. The new AWS edge location brings the full suite of benefits provided by Amazon CloudFront, a highly distributed and scalable content delivery network (CDN) that delivers static and dynamic content, APIs, and live and on-demand video with low latency and high performance.
Get Analysis on Important Geographic Markets
Download PDF
Nigeria Data Center Networking Industry Overview
The data center networking market in Nigeria has experienced consolidation among key players, resulting in heightened competitiveness in recent years. Notable industry leaders include Oracle Corporation, A10 Networks Inc., Huawei Technologies Co. Ltd., and others. These major players, holding significant market shares, are dedicated to expanding their customer base within the region. They employ strategic collaborative initiatives to enhance their market presence and overall profitability.
In January 2022, TP-Link Corporation Ltd. introduced the Archer AXE75, an AXE5400 Tri-Band Gigabit Wi-Fi 6E router, which offers an extensive range and exceptional performance. This router is further bolstered by the inclusion of the HomeShield security system and a robust chipset, making it a noteworthy addition to the market.
Nigeria Data Center Networking Market Leaders
-
Oracle Corporation
-
A10 Networks Inc.
-
Huawei Technologies Co. Ltd.
-
Moxa Inc.
-
Akamai Technologies
- *Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order
Need More Details on Market Players and Competiters?
Download PDF
Nigeria Data Center Networking Market News
- July 2023: Moxa introduced the MDS-G4020-L3-4XGS series of Ethernet switches, a versatile line of Layer 3 full Gigabit modular managed switches supporting four 10GbE ports and sixteen Gigabit ports, including four embedded ports. This series also features four interface module expansion slots and two power module slots, ensuring exceptional flexibility for various applications.
- January 2023: At CES 2023, TP-Link showcased a comprehensive Wi-Fi 7 networking solution for both home and enterprise environments. TP-Link expanded its Wi-Fi 7 product range to include Wi-Fi 7 range extenders. The display included a variety of Wi-Fi 7 models, such as 5G Wi-Fi 7 routers, XGS-PON Wi-Fi 7 routers, and a range of Wi-Fi 7 routers, covering everything from TP-Link's flagship products to its entry-level offerings.
Nigeria Data Center Networking Industry Segmentation
Data center networking refers to the set of technologies, protocols, and hardware used to connect physical and network-based devices and manage the network infrastructure, storage, and processing of applications and data. Data center networking is very critical for 100% uptime of data centers. In the current web-connected world, business workloads are executed on single computers, hence leading to the need for data center networking. Networks provide servers, clients, applications, and middleware with a standard plan to stage the execution of workloads and also to manage access to the data produced.
The Nigeria data center networking market is segmented by component type (product (ethernet switches, router, storage area network (SAN), application delivery controller (ADC), and other networking equipment) and services (installation & integration, training & consulting, and support & maintenance)) and end-user (IT & telecommunication, BFSI, government, media & entertainment, and other end-users).
The market sizes and forecasts are provided in terms of value (USD) for all the above segments.
| By Component | By Product | Ethernet Switches | |
| Router | |||
| Storage Area Network (SAN) | |||
| Application Delivery Controller (ADC) | |||
| Other Networking Equipment | |||
| By Services | Installation & Integration | ||
| Training & Consulting | |||
| Support & Maintenance | |||
| End-User | IT & Telecommunication | ||
| BFSI | |||
| Government | |||
| Media & Entertainment | |||
| Other End-Users | |||
Need A Different Region or Segment?
Customize Now
Nigeria Data Center Networking Market Research Faqs
How big is the Nigeria Data Center Networking Market?
The Nigeria Data Center Networking Market size is expected to reach USD 106.92 million in 2025 and grow at a CAGR of 21.24% to reach USD 339.58 million by 2031.
What is the current Nigeria Data Center Networking Market size?
In 2025, the Nigeria Data Center Networking Market size is expected to reach USD 106.92 million.
Who are the key players in Nigeria Data Center Networking Market?
Oracle Corporation, A10 Networks Inc., Huawei Technologies Co. Ltd., Moxa Inc. and Akamai Technologies are the major companies operating in the Nigeria Data Center Networking Market.
What years does this Nigeria Data Center Networking Market cover, and what was the market size in 2024?
In 2024, the Nigeria Data Center Networking Market size was estimated at USD 84.21 million. The report covers the Nigeria Data Center Networking Market historical market size for years: 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024. The report also forecasts the Nigeria Data Center Networking Market size for years: 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028, 2029, 2030 and 2031.
Our Best Selling Reports
Nigeria Data Center Networking Industry Report
Statistics for the 2025 Nigeria Data Center Networking market share, size and revenue growth rate, created by Mordor Intelligence™ Industry Reports. Nigeria Data Center Networking analysis includes a market forecast outlook for 2025 to 2031 and historical overview. Get a sample of this industry analysis as a free report PDF download.
