MTN Nigeria, in collaboration with Huawei, has launched the nation’s first hybrid 400G–800G Automatically Switched Optical Network (ASON)—a major leap in Nigeria’s digital infrastructure.
This cutting-edge deployment introduces high-speed optical channels capable of 400G and 800G transmissions, boosting MTN’s network capacity and reliability amid rising data demands. The network promises to revolutionize access to cloud services, enterprise platforms, and home broadband, enabling faster and smarter connectivity for users across Nigeria.
Among the technological milestones achieved:
- First activation of L0 + L1 ASON (optical and electrical switching) on the Lagos segment of MTN’s DWDM backbone.
- Deployment of Nigeria’s first single-wavelength 800G optical channel, setting a new benchmark for optical transport networks in West Africa.
These innovations were powered by Huawei’s next-generation 400G/800G platforms, including advanced Optical Cross-Connect (OXC) systems and hybrid ASON architecture. The result is a smarter, faster network that reduces operational costs while enhancing agility and scalability.
MTN Nigeria CTO Yahaya Ibrahim emphasized the strategic importance of the upgrade. “The growing demand for high-performance networks requires intelligent and scalable solutions. This deployment significantly enhances our capacity and resilience, supporting Nigeria’s digital economy agenda,” he said.
The initiative cements MTN’s leadership in broadband innovation and sets a precedent for future infrastructure upgrades across the region.
Source: IT Web Africa
