Oghenevwede Ohwovoriole in Abuja

Nigeria has urged African countries to foster greater collaborations to boost the continent’s digital economy.

Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Communications, Innovations and Digital Economy, Nadungu Gagare made the call at the 7th Special Session of the African Telecommunication Union (ATU), Wednesday, in Abuja.

Gagare, who was represented by a director in his office, Mr. Ahmed Alsukun, said that regional co-operation was needed to build Africa’s digital economy.

“We believe that regional co-operation is essential if Africa is to build a strong, inclusive and innovative digital economy to empower our growing youth population.