Nigeria first Information Communication Technology (ICT) park is on the way, NewsSpecng can authoritatively state.
The park which is in the sum of N8.9 billion has recieved the blessing of the Federal Executive Council (FEC).
According to a statement from the Technical Adviser to the Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, Dr Femi Adeluyi, the National ICT park when completed will be supported by the National Digital Innovation and Entrepreneurship Centre (NDIEC) .
“Both (the NDIEC and the Park) are legacy projects of the administration of President Muhammadu Buhari, ” Dr Adeluyi said.
Adeluyi said:” The National ICT Park would be a focal point for the supervision of both public and private ICT hubs in the country.
“The N8.9 billion park will be built on a 4,200 square meter land. The Park will serve as a centre for National ICT Policy formulation, Research and Development.
“Through it, the Federal Government will provide the enabling environment for creative Nigerians to come up with innovative technologies.
“The Park will have a number of benefits including boosting the digital economy, provision of space and environment for the growth of innovation driven enterprises (IDEs), serving as an incubator for cutting-edge technology and a mentorship platform for innovators, amongst others.
“It will provide a central location for Nigerian innovators with vibrant and developmental ideas to receive mentorship and all that they need to thrive.”
