Enugu Poised to Be Leading Voice in Africa’s Tech Space, Says Commissioner
Naija News • 1h ago
Gideon Arinze in Enugu
The Enugu State Commissioner for Innovation, Science and Technology, Dr. Prince Lawrence Ezeh, says the state is positioning itself to become a leading voice in Africa’s technology ecosystem.
Ezeh spoke yesterday, while reacting to the success of the four-day Enugu Tech Festival, which drew over 58,000 innovators to deliberate on the future of digital innovation.
He said that the turnout reflects Nigeria’s growing ambition to emerge as a continental tech leader and highlights the role of subnational governments as active ecosystem builders.
The commissioner described the festival as a resounding validation of Enugu’s vision to become a technology trailblazer in Africa.”
“The narrative around African tech is shifting beyond perception to meaningful participat...