The launch of Amazon Web Services, Inc.’s (AWS) first office in Lagos, Nigeria, was announced on Tuesday. AWS claimed that the opening of the new office in Lagos was part of its effort to serve the country’s expanding customer and partner base.
“The office will support organizations of all sizes, including startups, enterprises, and public sector agencies as they make the transition to AWS Cloud,” the company said in a statement.
The company declared that it will support both new and current clients who want to use AWS goods and services to innovate, cut their costs for information technology (IT), and expand their businesses in the cloud.
Regional Manager of Sub-Saharan Africa at AWS, Amrote Abdella said, “We are excited to open our first AWS office in Nigeria. Lagos offers a highly skilled and creative talent pool, and the area is home to many fast-growing startups and notable Nigerian enterprises leading the way in digital innovation.”
“We look forward to fostering the country’s pioneering spirit and helping our customers accelerate their digital transformation as they deliver innovative new products and services to the Nigerian community.”
Also, the Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, Isa Ali Ibrahim said, “The Service Infrastructure Pillar of the National Digital Economy Policy and Strategy (NDEPS) emphasizes the importance of digital platforms in the development of a robust digital economy.
“The programs of Amazon Web Services support the development of such platforms and we look forward to partnering with AWS to accelerate the implementation of NDEPS.”
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