Nigeria News: Enhancing the Digital Economy and Education
Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Dr Bosun Tijani, stated that President Bola Tinubu is actively boosting Nigeria’s GDP via the digital economy. Currently contributing 16-18%, the goal is to raise it to 21%. This effort includes investing in 90,000 kilometers of fibre optic cables, enhancing internet access in schools across the nation, particularly benefiting Abuja news and Lagos news outlets.
- Key Takeaways:
- Digital economy to increase GDP contribution from 18% to 21%.
- 90,000 kilometers of fibre optics to improve educational infrastructure.
- Fellowship programme introduced for top students, promoting academic excellence.
Abuja News: Innovation in Agriculture and Education Support
Tijani, visiting Anglican Grammar School in Abeokuta, introduced a fellowship for top students. Alongside, he championed technology-driven agriculture to combat food insecurity, inspired by other countries like Ukraine. Initiatives include refurbishing school facilities and digitally equipping lab spaces, crucial for localised and enhanced learning.
- Fellowship programme offering N100,000 annually to top students.
- Emphasis on digital tools like mobile apps and drones for agriculture.
- Inspire a tech-driven farming approach to cut down on food imports.
Read more about these initiatives in the original article: News Agency of Nigeria
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