Google Commits $2 Million to Nigeria’s Digital Sector with AI Focus
Google's $2 million investment targets Nigeria's burgeoning digital economy through AI talent development and cybersecurity enhancements. The initiative aligns with national strategies aiming to unlock $15 billion in AI-derived economic value by 2030.
Communications Minister Dr. Bosun Tijani framed the partnership as critical for global tech competitiveness, stating: 'This reflects the power of private-sector collaboration in scaling productivity.' The program expects to catalyze job creation within Nigeria's mandate for 1 million digital-sector roles.