Following the recent approval of the Nigerian Startup Bill, President Muhammadu Buhari has reiterated his commitment to expanding the digital economy by creating an enabling environment for Nigeria’s tech ecosystem.
The President appreciated the significance of the information and communication sector and hinted at a strategic direction that would prioritize the digital economy.
Buhari reiterated that his administration would intentionally leverage ICT platforms to create jobs, while ensuring that the diversification of the economy creates more support to other emerging sectors.
The Bill however is said to drive unprecedented growth in Nigeria’s tech ecosystem.
