Mr. Yomi Arowosafe, Secretary of USPF, has commended ITU and UK-FCDO for their efforts to improve rural connectivity in Nigeria. An engagement session emphasized collaboration among stakeholders, focusing on strategies for enhancing digital access to underserved communities. Government leaders reiterated their commitment to digital inclusion as a key driver of socio-economic development.
The Secretary of the Universal Service Provision Fund (USPF), Mr. Yomi Arowosafe, has praised the collaboration between the International Telecommunication Union (ITU), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (UK-FCDO), and the Nigerian government aimed at enhancing rural connectivity. This commendation was made during an Industry-Focused Stakeholders Engagement Session organized by the USPF in Lagos, which sought to expand network access to underserved communities in Nigeria.
The event attracted significant stakeholders, including Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy Dr. Bosun Tijani, Permanent Secretary Faruk Yabo, and NCC Executive Vice-Chairman Dr. Aminu Maida, along with leaders from telecommunications firms and various industry associations. The session served as a platform for discussing the strategy to facilitate connectivity improvements in remote regions.
Dr. Tijani articulated President Bola Tinubu’s commitment to fostering digital inclusion and connectivity, underscoring its importance for Nigeria’s socio-economic progress. Dr. Maida echoed these sentiments, affirming the regulatory support for USPF initiatives that align with governmental development objectives.
Arowosafe emphasized the session’s importance in fostering inclusive connectivity, stating that the participation of key stakeholders highlighted the necessity of collaboration to bridge the digital divide. He articulated that the event’s theme, “Fostering Connectivity in Unserved and Underserved Communities: Collaborating for Sustainable Growth,” represented the government’s commitment to expanding digital access.
Arowosafe remarked on the potential for sustainable partnerships between various sectors to address both immediate and long-term connectivity challenges. He also noted that the USPF had previously collected stakeholder feedback via questionnaires, which informed the discussions.
This engagement session provided a forum for meaningful dialogue aimed at identifying solutions to Nigeria’s connectivity issues, advocating for robust involvement from participants to enhance the digital landscape. Arowosafe concluded that this event marks the initiation of a collective effort toward a more connected and inclusive Nigeria, expressing optimism for future achievements through collaboration.
In summary, the USPF Secretary Mr. Yomi Arowosafe has recognized the impactful collaboration between ITU, UK-FCDO, and the Nigerian government to promote rural connectivity. The recent engagement session highlighted the significance of inclusive collaboration among various stakeholders to bridge the digital divide in Nigeria. The continued commitment by government leaders to advance digital access presents a hopeful outlook for enhancing socio-economic development across the nation.
Original Source: sciencenigeria.com
