Nigeria Strengthens Digital Transformation Efforts Through Google Collaboration

In a bid to accelerate Nigeria’s digital transformation, the government has deepened its engagement with Google, building on discussions initiated during the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA).

This collaboration aims to drive digitisation, capacity building, and the modernisation of Nigeria’s research ecosystem.

As part of this effort, a high-level follow-up meeting was held with Charles Murito, Regional Director for Sub-Saharan Africa, Government Affairs & Public Policy at Google, and Adewolu Adene, Head of West Africa, Government Affairs & Public Policy. The discussions focused on strategic partnerships that would enhance access to critical research data and create a centralised knowledge-sharing platform.

In a continued effort to pursue plans and frameworks established on the sidelines of our participation at the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), we consolidated discussions with representatives from Google on accelerating Nigeria’s digital transformation.

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The proposed platform is expected to facilitate innovation by bridging the gap between research institutions, policymakers, and industry stakeholders. By integrating Google’s AI and Cloud solutions, Nigeria aims to transform its research landscape, enabling real-time data analysis, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration, and driving technological breakthroughs across multiple sectors.

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This partnership underscores Nigeria’s commitment to leveraging technology for national development. The initiative will not only modernise the country’s research ecosystem but also support a knowledge-driven economy that empowers researchers, entrepreneurs, and innovators.

Through continued collaboration with global technology leaders like Google, Nigeria remains at the forefront of digital innovation and scientific progress, ensuring sustainable growth and enhanced digital capabilities for the future.