Nigeria’s Minister of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy, Dr. Bosun Tijani, has been elected as the vice chairman of the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) Council for 2025.
Announcing his appointment on his X handle on Tuesday, Bosun Tijani highlighted the appointment came at an important time when global cooperation is essential to ensuring a connected, secure, and sustainable digital future.
This appointment marks the first time a Nigerian is serving in a leadership role in the council.
Highlighting the objectives he aimed to achieve in the role, Bosun Tijani said:
“Through this new responsibility, I will champion global collaboration around resilient infrastructure, meaningful access, digital literacy, cyber security, and trusted digital public infrastructure – building on the progress we are already making and helping shape digital policies that truly empower people everywhere.”
He appreciated President Bola Tinubu for his endorsement while emphasizing his readiness to work with the Council Chair, Cristiana Flutur.
Tijani noted that the ITU’s vision aligns closely with the current administration’s Renewed Hope Agenda. The Council’s vision includes ensuring inclusivity in the digital revolution, aligning closely with Nigeria’s focus on expanding connectivity in underserved areas and equipping Nigerian youths with digital skills.
The ITU is a specialized agency responsible for matters related to information and communication technologies. It plays a significant role in global connectivity and ensuring equal access to modern communication technologies.
