As part of ongoing efforts to strengthen institutional partnerships and support government agencies with reliable digital infrastructure, Galaxy Backbone Limited said it is eager to collaborate with the Nigeria Customs Service in critical areas such as cloud storage, secure internet connectivity, data backup, and cybersecurity infrastructure.
The Head of Marketing and Business Intelligence at Galaxy Backbone Limited, Mr Ifeatu Anafulu, stated this when he led a team from the company on a courtesy visit to the NCS’s Headquarters in Abuja.
This was according to a statement signed by the National Public Relations Officer of the service, Abdullahi Maiwada.
Anafulu expressed the company’s appreciation for the warm reception, stating that the company’s mandate as a government-owned technology solutions provider aligns with the NCS’s digital transformation agenda.
“Galaxy Backbone is eager to collaborate with the Service in critical areas such as cloud storage, secured internet connectivity, data backup, and cybersecurity infrastructure,” Anafuku said.
He said that the company understands that the service is currently undergoing a major transformation under the Trade Modernisation Project.
Anafulu added that as an agency that provides backbone information and communication technology infrastructure for the Federal Government, “we are here to explore how we can add value to your operations from secure cloud storage to robust data protection mechanisms, Galaxy Backbone can support your evolving digital needs.”
He emphasised that efficient data management and secure communication networks are crucial for modern Customs administrations, especially in a global trade environment increasingly driven by digital tools and cross-border integration.
Earlier, Maiwada, an Assistant Comptroller of Customs who spoke on behalf of the service, thanked the Galaxy Backbone team for their visit and commended their forward-looking approach to public sector collaboration.
He acknowledged the growing need for synergy between ICT providers and government institutions in an era defined by data security, transparency, and operational efficiency.
“The Nigeria Customs Service is undergoing a comprehensive technological revolution anchored on the Trade Modernisation Project. At the heart of this reform is the deployment of an indigenous platform, B’Odogwu, a Unified Customs Management System which we built from ground zero,” Maiwada said.
He explained that the B’Odogwu platform is envisioned as a fully integrated digital ecosystem that will streamline trade processes, reduce manual intervention, and promote accountability through data-driven operations.
“Our goal is not just automation but true modernisation, one that is built on indigenous expertise, tailored to our unique trade environment, and driven by a strong commitment to national development and solving our indigenous challenges,” he added.
Maiwada noted that partnerships with organisations like Galaxy Backbone are essential for ensuring the reliability, scalability, and security of Customs’ digital infrastructure.
He expressed optimism about potential areas of collaboration, especially in secure data storage, platform hosting, and high-speed connectivity for the Nigeria Customs Broadcasting Network.
The visit concluded with a guided tour of the NCBN facilities, led by its Chief Operating Officer, Mr Abubakar Ardo.
Ardo described NCBN as a strategic communication arm of the service: “We are committed to projecting the service’s reform agenda, enhancing public awareness, and fostering stakeholder engagement through high-quality multimedia content as well as creating a niche for ourselves within the business sector.”
He expressed hope that future partnerships with Galaxy Backbone would help strengthen the network’s technical capacity and outreach capabilities.
