The Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Dr. Bosun Tijani, has commended the fast transitioning of Enugu State into a digital economy, saying the state was fast becoming a standard for tech-driven societies under Governor Peter Mbah’s leadership.
  
This was even as Mbah restated the preparedness of his administration to partner with the Federal Government on a number of projects and initiatives to consolidate the gains of the past 22 months.
   
The minister spoke during a working visit to the Enugu State Government House yesterday.
  
“Enugu is fast becoming a benchmark for how sub-national governments can take bold steps to build thriving, inclusive, and tech-driven societies.
   
“Mbah’s broader achievements in infrastructure, education, and economic reforms are commendable. Perhaps, the most exciting for us at the Federal Ministry of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy is his intentional focus on building a digital economy.
   
“A strong example of this is the Smart Green Schools, recently inaugurated by President Bola Tinubu alongside the waiving of Right of Way fees for fibre networks.”
These initiatives demonstrate the governor’s commitment to equipping young people with the tools and spaces they need to thrive in the digital economy – and are a reflection of his bold vision to transform Enugu into a $30 billion economy in eight years,” Tijani stated.
  
He said the Federal Government is, therefore, very eager to collaborate with the state on various initiatives to grow the digital economy.