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Nigeria Launches Digital Initiatives to Transform Economy

2/5/2025

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Tinubu Boosts Digital Economy

Nigeria's Federal Executive Council, under President Bola Tinubu, has taken a bold step to boost the digital economy by approving two transformative initiatives. The Nigeria Universal Communication Access Project aims to connect over 21 million underserved individuals, while the National Artificial Intelligence Trust will steer AI innovation, paving the way for new jobs and opportunities.

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Nigeria Expands Broadband

Nigeria is on a transformative journey to boost its digital economy with the National Broadband Alliance (NBAN) and Project 774. The ambitious NBAN initiative plans to lay down a staggering 90,000km of fibre optic cables, unlocking broadband access and driving socio-economic growth. Meanwhile, Project 774 aims to deliver digital services to every local government area, fostering inclusion and collaboration across communities.

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Tinubu Boosts Digital Economy

Nigeria's Federal Executive Council, under President Bola Tinubu, has taken a bold step to boost the digital economy by approving two transformative initiatives. The Nigeria Universal Communication Access Project aims to connect over 21 million underserved individuals, while the National Artificial Intelligence Trust will steer AI innovation, paving the way for new jobs and opportunities.

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