Clouds2Africa has unveiled to the media on over the weekend by TelCables Nigeria executives in Lagos as as CBN data localisation requirements option with business-friendly pricing model for accessing advanced AI models.

In an interview with Techeconomy, Fernando Fernandes, chief executive officer of TelCables Nigeria detailed a two-pronged strategy built around a multi-model AI API platform and a local cloud hosting service, both priced in Naira and hosted from data centres inside Nigeria.

Multi-model API Gives Startups Access to Claude, LLaMA, DeepSeek

At the centre of the offering is Token Factory, accessed through the GoForAI suite, which gives developers a single API through which to reach multiple large language models, including Claude, Meta’s LLaMA, DeepSeek and Kimi AI.

Users register on the portal and can integrate the API into an existing product, a banking application, for instance, with minimal code changes, according to the executives.

Switching between models requires only changing the model name in the API request, he affirmed, allowing developers to compare performance or cost across providers without rebuilding their integration.

The platform also allows users to spin up virtual machines pre-configured with GPU access, which the company said lets startups install, fine-tune or train AI models locally and privately rather than relying solely on third-party model providers.

Payment is handled through an integration with Paystack, letting Nigerian users fund their usage wallets directly in Naira rather than through foreign-currency billing.

Clouds2Africa Targets CBN Data Localization Compliance

Fernando told Techeconomy that the company’s cloud hosting product, Clouds2Africa, is aimed at developers seeking to host platforms locally rather than on international hyperscalers.

“It is publicly accessible via the company’s website, accepts payment through standard Nigerian Naira ATM cards, and includes a pricing calculator that lets prospective customers estimate consumption costs before committing”, he said.

Fernandes linked the product directly to CBN regulatory requirements on data localisation, saying the company operates two local cloud nodes housed in two Tier 3 data centres within Nigeria.

“Running two in-country nodes,” he said, “allows TelCables Nigeria to offer local data backup and disaster recovery,” a requirement he described as critical for financial-sector clients bound by CBN rules on keeping sensitive data within Nigerian borders.

No Migration or Traffic Fees

TelCables Nigeria is positioning cost and support as differentiators against international cloud providers.

Fernando said the company does not charge customers to migrate existing data onto its platform, and does not levy the traffic charges that international providers typically apply to data moving between a customer and the local node.

“The infrastructure includes embedded DDoS protection built to withstand the volume of attacks typically directed at telecom networks,” the TelCables Nigeria CEO told Techeconomy.

Despite its local focus, the platform is connected to more than 500 cloud nodes globally through Angola Cables’ network, which the executive said allows Nigerian clients to scale internationally without changing providers.

For companies without in-house technical capacity, TelCables Nigeria said it deploys a team of more than 30 engineers to support workload migration.

99.99% Uptime Pledge, Tiered Support

On service reliability, Julio Chilela, the chief digital officer of Angola Cables said that TelCables Nigeria is committed to a 99.99% (“four nines”) availability service-level agreement, backed by a tiered support structure:

“Level 1 engineer(s) handles (handle) direct customer contact and initial troubleshooting, while Level 2 engineers are dedicated to resolving deeper technical issues.

“A separate infrastructure and observability team monitors the company’s running services on an ongoing basis,” Julio explained.

Clouds2Africa push comes as Nigerian regulators, including the CBN, tighten data localisation and sovereignty requirements for financial and payment-sector operators, pressuring firms to weigh compliance costs against the reach and pricing of established global cloud providers.

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With the Central Bank of Nigeria’s data localisation directive set to take effect on 1 January 2027, Clouds2Africa, a locally hosted cloud platform, says it is already fully compliant with the regulatory requirements and is positioned to help and support financial institutions and businesses in their transition to local data infrastructure compliance.

Clouds2Africa is operated by TelCables Nigeria and powered by Angola Cables.

In an announcement made last week, the CBN mandated all banks, fintechs and payment service providers to store payment transaction data generated within Nigeria on local servers.

The directive, contained in a circular dated 15 June 2026, is part of a broader regulatory framework aimed at strengthening data sovereignty, enhancing regulatory oversight and securing the country’s rapidly growing digital payments ecosystem.

“At this point in time, industry estimates suggest that more than 90 percent of regulated Nigerian businesses currently host data on cloud platforms outside of Nigeria. In terms of the directive from the Central Bank, this could present challenges for many businesses and enterprises,” so says Fernando Fernandes, CEO of TelCables Nigeria.

For financial services institutions currently reliant on cloud providers that have nodes outside of Nigeria, the required migration involves not just moving data, but rethinking architecture, support models and cost structures.

“Clouds2Africa has been specifically designed to address local hosting, regulatory compliance and data sovereignty requirements. The platform is hosted across two Tier III data centre facilities in Lagos, providing in-country compute, storage, multi-region deployment, backup and disaster recovery services while ensuring data remains within Nigerian jurisdiction,” said Fernandes.

Comparison between local vs. international Cloud services providers

Fernandes added that the Clouds2Africa is already fully aligned with the CBN directive – this includes compliance with NDPA, GAID, DCPMI obligations – offering banks and fintechs a ready-made compliance pathway well ahead of the deadline.

“Given the six-month deadline, it is critically important for banking institutions to take an active approach to ensuring compliance by partnering with the right service providers who have the infrastructure and capabilities to manage their Cloud requirements, from data storage to security,” notes Fernandes. “Our multi-faceted Cloud solution has both the capabilities and certification, and local consulting teams to accommodate and ensure a seamless transition.”

Backed by the extensive Angola Cables’ international backbone network infrastructure, which includes direct connectivity to Europe, the Americas and more than 300 cloud on-ramps worldwide, Clouds2Africa combines local compliance with global reach.

In addition to local hosting, Clouds2Africa offers naira-based billing, local technical support, predictable pay-as-you-grow pricing and zero local data transfer charges.

The platform also supports hybrid and multi-cloud environments, enabling organisations to maintain connectivity with international cloud providers while ensuring critical Nigerian data remains locally hosted.

“We are already positioned to help financial institutions meet these requirements without compromising performance, security or operational flexibility.” added Fernandes.

With the January 2027 compliance deadline approaching, Clouds2Africa says it is engaging with banks, fintechs, payment processors and other regulated entities seeking a practical migration path to local cloud infrastructure.

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