FG moves to boost innovation hubs for jobs, entrepreneurship

The Federal Government of Nigeria is seeking to bolster innovation hubs across the country to become stronger engines of entrepreneurship and job creation, according to a recent statement by the Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Dr Bosun Tijani. The government aims to expand the benefits of the digital economy beyond the major technology centres of Lagos and Abuja, by investing in technology hubs, innovation spaces, and ecosystem builders to provide young entrepreneurs with the necessary skills, networks, mentorship, and infrastructure.

Tijani emphasized that strengthening local innovation ecosystems would help young Nigerians develop solutions to local challenges while creating employment opportunities and supporting economic diversification. However, the minister noted that many innovation hubs, especially those outside major innovation centres, remain underdeveloped and require additional support to transform into full-fledged incubation and entrepreneurship centres.

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