Glo Expands Spectrum Nationwide, Lifts Data Speeds, Ends Network Congestion

By Motolani Oseni

8 December 2025

News

Globacom has executed major upgrades across its national network following new spectrum acquisitions and expanded data resources, a move the company says will deliver faster internet speeds, wider coverage and congestion-free service for subscribers nationwide.

The enhancements, activated on Thursday, 4 December 2025, form part of Glo’s long-term plan to build a future-ready communications backbone capable of supporting Nigeria’s rapidly growing digital economy.

The company stated that the newly acquired spectrum capacity has significantly enhanced its nationwide broadband performance, enabling the network to handle higher data volumes with improved speed and stability.

The expanded resources will support faster downloads, enhanced uploads, smoother video streaming and clearer voice calls even during peak traffic hours.

Glo added that the advanced spectrum capability is backed by aggressive infrastructure deployment. Thousands of LTE sites installed this year are being reinforced with hundreds more currently under construction, while thousands of additional sites are planned for rollout over the next 12 months.

The operator said the expansion will deepen broadband penetration and strengthen both indoor and outdoor connectivity across cities, towns and rural communities.

A company representative said the ongoing investments represent a nationwide transformation rather than isolated upgrades, noting that subscribers will experience stronger coverage, higher speeds and more consistent quality wherever they live, work or travel.

Glo has also strengthened its fibre-optic backbone along critical national routes to support the surge in network capacity. By upgrading long-haul and metro fibre links, along with enhanced backhaul systems and core network optimisation, the company said it is eliminating congestion and improving overall reliability for millions of users.

In line with its operational sustainability goals, the operator is deploying hybrid battery power systems across many sites, reducing diesel dependence while improving network uptime and long-term cost efficiency.

Reaffirming its customer-focused strategy, a senior company official said Glo remains committed to providing world-class connectivity at affordable prices, ensuring every Nigerian has access to fast, reliable and cost-friendly communication.

The operator noted that customers will continue to enjoy competitive data and voice tariffs, loyalty rewards, SME-focused packages and entertainment content via GloTV.

With broader spectrum capacity, stronger fibre infrastructure, expanded coverage and faster speeds, Globacom said the latest upgrades mark the beginning of a more advanced and uninterrupted digital experience for subscribers nationwide.