Yaba to Abuja: One Year After

In August 2023, Bosun Tijani was appointed Nigeria’s Minister of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy, a critical ministry for which he was considered a natural fit.

365+ days in office

05 projects

07 articles

This project examines his first year in office through a series of articles analysing his policy positions, execution of goals, and what the future holds for the minister.

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“Government is not structured to build, but to administer – and there is a lot to build in Nigeria.”

– Bosun Tijani

One year in, Bosun Tijani’s critics still struggle to see his vision

While the minister believes he should be praised for communication—his office shares a weekly summary of his activities—it is doubtful his messages resonate.

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Can Bosun Tijani’s fibre optic plan bridge Nigeria’s digital divide?

According to Tijani, seven DFIs, including the World Bank and Islamic Development Bank, have committed to providing the $2 billion needed. “They (DFIs) have formed a group and are already working.

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Can 3MTT turn Nigeria into a global tech talent powerhouse?

It will take four years and $30 million for 3MTT to reach 3 million fellows. For perspective, the ministry’s 2024 budget is ₦28.54 billion ($17 million)

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Mr Tijani Goes to Abuja

His office mirrors the spirit of the Yaba he’s coming from, far removed from Lagos's corporate stiffness or Abuja's bureaucracy.

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Inside Bosun Tijani’s plan to make Nigeria a global leader in AI

Like everybody else, Bosun Tijani is sure of a world driven by AI. His plan is to ensure Nigeria gets a front row seat in that revolution.

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Ganiu Oloruntade

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Frank Eleanya

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Faith Omoniyi

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Muktar Oladunmade

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Olumuyiwa Olowogboyega

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Afolabi Adekaiyaoja

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Fu’ad Lawal

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Adaeze Chukwu

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Osemudiamen Ehiabhi

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Stephen Akinola