MOBEX Africa 2026: Former Nigerian Veep Osinbajo calls for stronger African digital collaboration
Former Nigerian Vice President, H.E. Oluyemi Oluleke Osinbajo, has called for stronger collaboration among African countries to improve digital infrastructure, strengthen digital identity systems and expand access to economic opportunities. He said African countries must focus on practical solutions that give them greater control over their digital future while ensuring that technology improves…
Former Nigerian Vice President Osinbajo has urged stronger digital collaboration among African nations during the MOBEX Africa 2026 conference. Focusing on practical solutions to boost digital infrastructure, strengthen digital identity systems, and expand economic opportunities, Osinbajo emphasized the importance of controlling digital data ownership, use, and accountability.
Although Africa has made progress in mobile technology and fintech services, the continent still relies on wealthy countries and major tech companies for digital power. Osinbajo acknowledged that full digital sovereignty might not be possible independently, but strategic choices and local capability investments could help achieve it.
He stressed that digital sovereignty should enable African countries to choose technology providers, determine data usage and protection, and ensure secure essential services. Osinbajo called for digital identity systems that promote financial inclusion and economic empowerment, particularly for excluded citizens. He proposed making digital identity a foundation for inclusion and economic empowerment, using an accessible registration process without requiring expensive devices or imposing costs.
Digital transaction records could help small businesses access credit, and governments should provide reliable infrastructure, encourage competition, and protect consumers.
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