BCN, Google Partner for free Abuja Wi-Fi

In a move to foster internet connection in Nigeria, Backbone Connectivity Network, in partnership with Google, has launched a free, high-speed and public Wi-Fi hotspot in Abuja.

The station launch was kickoff of Google’s intention to rollout free internet service in Northern Nigeria.

It was launched in three strategic parts of the FCT, including Wuse Market, Enab Plaza and Banex Plaza.

BCN owns and operates a network of over 2,000 km of fibre optic broadband cable having the largest broadband infrastructure in Abuja serving telecommunication operator’s (Telcos), Network Broadband Carriers, Internet Service Providers (ISP’s), business enterprises and retail households.

Its CEO Ibrahim Dikko emphasised the societal impact of the BCN-Google partnership to bring free Wi Fi to consumers.

He recalled how some young wheelbarrow pushers in Wuse market were excited to learn about free access to the internet on their devices.

SOURCE - The Nation Online Ng