Shettima: Africa Must Play More Prominent Role in Shaping Global Digital Agenda

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Oghenevwede Ohwovoriole in Abuja

Vice President Kashim Shettima has stated that Africa must play a more prominent role in shaping global digital agenda, stating that for too long, the continent has not adequately contributed to the global digital agenda.

He spoke at the 7th Ordinary Session of the African Telecommunications Union (ATU) Conference of Plenipotentiaries (CPL-26) on Thursday in Abuja,

Shettima, represented by the Deputy Chief of Staff, Sen. Ibrahim Hadejia, said, “Africa must assume a more prominent role in shaping the global digital agenda. For too long, global technology policies have been developed without adequate representation of African priorities and perspectives. That must change.

“Nigeria is proud of its contributions within both the African Telecommunications Union (ATU) and the International…

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