The Federal Government has taken a proactive step towards technological advancement by signing a Memorandum of Understanding, MoU, with Nokia Solutions and Networks Nigeria.
The agreement, signed by the Minister of Communication, Innovation and Digital Economy, Bosun Tijani and the Executive Vice Chairman of the Nigerian Communications Commission, Dr. Aminu Maida aims to facilitate the training of young Nigerians in cutting-edge 4G/5G radio and transmission technologies at the Nigerian Communications Commission’s Digital Parks.
The initiative reflects a commitment to equip the nation’s workforce with the necessary skills to harness emerging telecommunications capabilities, fostering both economic growth and innovation.
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A statement by the Manager, Media Relations Management, Kunle Azeez noted that Nokia Nigeria would be setting up a fully functional 5G/4G test lab, leveraging their latest radio and transmission technologies.
“This collaboration advances the vision to enhance the capacity and skills-set of Nigerians, by equipping them with contemporary skills and knowledge needed to adapt to the rapidly evolving telecommunications industry.
“In tune with the Ministry of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy’s goal to drive digital literacy and build a pipeline of technical talents across Nigeria, Nokia Nigeria would also set up an Entrepreneur Learning Program where it would deliver high-quality vocational trainings to 200 Nigerian students chosen from across the six geo political zones of Nigeria,” the statement read in part.
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