The Nigeria’s Federal Government has promised its readiness to partner with the Alliance for Affordable Internet (A4Ai) to move the telecoms and ICT industry forward.
The Minister of Communications, Dr. Abdulraheem Adebayo Shittu, made the pledge while addressing participants at a coalition meeting, with a theme: Digital inclusion: opportunities and strategies for a new Nigeria Broadband Plan, organized by Alliance for Affordable Internet. (A4Ai)
He added that the current administration is determined not only to create policies and incentives, but also to collaborate with a coalition like A4Ai to ensure universal access to broadband, and in turn, contribute to a richer and diversified economy.
Dr. Shittu added that the Federal Government recognizes the urgent need to increase access and usage of internet and broadband in Nigeria.
According to him, ICTS has a great role to play in order to achieve the nation’s vision 20:2020 which outlines the Federal Government’s aim to make Nigeria a top 20 global economy by year 20:2020.
He stated further that broadband development is key to stimulating growth, policy harmonization for enhancing ICT infrastructure and attracting investment, as a result, the Ministry of Communications will leave every stone unturned to review and revise the Nigerian Broadband Plan to revamp its advancement.
