We’ll Usher In An Innovation-Driven Culture Among Nigerians – FG

The Federal Government has come out to say that its main reason for building the pioneer National Digital Innovation and Entrepreneurship Centre is to create an atmosphere that would usher in innovation-driven culture among the Nigerian populace.

The Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, Dr Isa Pantami recently revealed this at the groundbreaking ceremony of the National Digital Innovation and Entrepreneurship Centre, Abuja.

According to him, the Centre is vital for Nigeria’s journey to the digital economy because it will play a huge role in creating value and prosperity among the people.

He then assured Nigerians that the Centre would be replicated at least in the Six Geo-Political zones of the country, starting with the pioneering Centre in the FCT, Abuja to take it closer to the people.

His words, “Digital Innovation and Entrepreneurship are globally recognized as two prerequisites for achieving an indigenous Digital Economy. As such, a successful digital innovation and entrepreneurship programme will support us in the development of our digital economy and this is exactly what we want this Centre aims to achieve.”

‘‘Today’s event is critical for our journey to the digital economy because in digital economy innovation and entrepreneurship play a huge role in creating value and prosperity. That is why we are investing in this initiative.”

“Our journey started in October 2019, when President Muhammadu Buhari re-designated and expanded the mandate of our ministry to cover the digital economy. The speed at which we move is amazing and our achievements so far are encouraging.”

‘‘Today Digital Economy is the fastest growing economy in Nigeria and in World in general. To sustain and consolidate the growth we need to ignite innovation and entrepreneurship in the digital space. COVID-19 has impacted our lives in an unprecedented way, many aspects of our lives – work, education, economy, entertainment, have moved online.”

“Mr President approved the building of this Centre on the 11th of November 2020, during the Federal Executive Council meeting.”

“Prior to that, I made a detailed presentation to the Council on the project and successfully answered around 22 questions in the robust debate that followed the presentation.”

“The idea received the overwhelming support of the Federal Executive Council because of the huge positive impact it can have on the lives of Nigerians.”

“As such, a successful digital innovation and entrepreneurship programme will support us in the development of our digital economy and this is exactly what this Centre aims to achieve.”