Google CEO Sundar Pichai has expressed commitment to work with the federal government in the growth of Nigeria’s tech ecosystem.
In a post shared on X, Pichai revealed that he had a meeting with President Bola Tinubu in France, where they discussed various subjects, including the potential of artificial intelligence in Nigeria and potential partnerships.
He wrote:
President Tinubu, in a separate statement on its official X account, thanked the Google CEO and also highlighted Nigeria’s commitment to fostering AI development and digital transformation.
He outlined five key areas of potential collaboration with Google, including enhancing scalable cloud infrastructure, equipping the workforce with essential digital skills, promoting AI innovation and research, driving cloud adoption, and positioning Nigeria as a global hub for innovation and AI advancement.
Tinubu stated:
The president also stated that the partnership with Google aligns with his administration’s agenda.
His words:
According to Tinubu, the initiative is expected to empower businesses, create new opportunities, and solidify Nigeria’s position in the global digital economy.
He added that the Federal Ministry of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy will provide strategic oversight, while the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) will spearhead the implementation of AI-focused initiatives.
Tinubu stated:
TimesNow.com.ng earlier reported that the Nigerian government has launched a new programme aimed at helping youths prepare for the job market.
The programme is designed to equip 20,000 young Nigerians with in-demand technical expertise.
Nigerians who are ready to upskill will have to register and apply using their National Identification Number or Bank Verification Number.
Source: TimesNow.com.ng
