Nigeria is strengthening ties with the Nordic region to drive digital transformation and, ultimately, economic growth.
Svein Baera, Norway's ambassador to Nigeria, met with Dr. Bosun Tijani, minister of communications, innovation, and the digital economy, yesterday.
The minister revealed that the discussion on Wednesday in Abuja focused on artificial intelligence (AI), broadband infrastructure, talent, and clean energy.
The meeting between Baera and Tijani came about following the Nordic Nigeria Connect 2025 summit in Lagos in October, where partnerships were strengthened.
Denmark and Nigeria, among other key partnerships, inked a memorandum of understanding to formalise collaboration on AI, digital infrastructure, and innovation ecosystems.
Denmark also pledged €12 million through the European Union to support Nigeria's 3 Million Technical Talent programme. It is a major scheme designed to equip Nigerian youth with globally relevant digital skills.
Yesterday, Tijani said: “We have built a strong relationship with the Nordic region over the last year.”
Regarding the meeting with Baera, he said: “I am encouraged by Norway’s interest in partnering with us on our digital transformation efforts.
“I look forward to translating these discussions into commitments that support our economic growth, talent development and a more connected future for our country.”
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