When President Bola Ahmed Tinubu appointed Dr. Bosun Tijani as Minister of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy in 2023, his decision signalled a bold commitment to harnessing technology for national development. A seasoned tech ecosystem builder and co-founder of Co-Creation Hub CcHub, Tijjani brought with him not just impressive credentials but a deep conviction that digital innovation is the gateway to economic renewal. His vision aligns seamlessly with Tinubus Renewed Hope Agenda, which champions inclusive growth, technological advancement, and transparent governance.
In just under two years, Tech Digest, a digital innovation journal, reports that Tijjani has emerged as a transformative force in Nigerias digital economy. His leadership has revitalised key government agencies under the ministryNigerian Communications Commission NCC, National Information Technology Development Agency NITDA, Nigerian Communications Satellite NIGCOMSAT, National Data Protection Commission NDPC, Galaxy Backbone, and the Universal Service Provision Fund USPF. Each of these institutions now plays a more strategic role in driving Nigerias digital futureregulating telecommunications, advancing satellite innovation, safeguarding data, and extending access to digital infrastructure nationwide.
One of Tijjanis flagship initiatives, the 3 Million Technical Talent 3MTT programme, aims to equip young Nigerians with globally relevant digital skills. With over 270,000 learners already onboarded, it is quickly becoming a cornerstone of job creation, entrepreneurship, and technological self-reliance. From urban centers to rural communities, the programme is redefining access to opportunity in the digital age.
Another milestone is the rollout of the Nigeria Web Design Standards NWDSa bold step toward standardising public-sector digital platforms for improved user experience and trust.
