Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has reaffirmed the commitment of the Lagos State Government to building a technology-driven economy with the commissioning of the Kasi Cloud Hyperscale Data Center Campus in Lekki, Lagos.
Speaking during the event, the governor described Lagos as the emerging hub of Africa’s digital economy, noting that the state’s growth over the last decade has been powered by innovation, resilience and continuous investments in critical infrastructure.
According to Sanwo-Olu, the state government remains focused on creating an enabling environment for businesses and technology companies to thrive through policies that encourage investment and innovation. He stressed that resilience alone is not enough to sustain economic growth, adding that strategic investments in infrastructure are essential to support enterprise development and digital transformation.
The governor said Lagos is fully open to investors seeking opportunities in cloud computing, artificial intelligence and digital infrastructure, assuring stakeholders that the state would continue to honour commitments made to private sector partners.
He highlighted several reforms and initiatives introduced by the government to strengthen the state’s digital ecosystem, including the Lagos State Electricity Law, expansion of fibre connectivity, promotion of digital skills and stronger collaboration between the public and private sectors.
Sanwo-Olu explained that these measures are aimed at positioning Lagos as a leading technology destination in Africa while also supporting job creation, innovation and sustainable economic growth.
He noted that the commissioning of the hyperscale data centre represents another major step toward building a modern 21st-century economy capable of driving national development.
The governor added that Lagos would continue to support investments that enhance technological advancement and strengthen Nigeria’s position in the global digital space.
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