Minister laments looting of Kano Tech Hub by alleged #EndBadGovernance protesters

The Minister of Communications, Bosun Tijani, on Thursday, decried the destruction of the Nigeria Communications Centre in Kano by alleged #EndBadGovernance protesters.
The incident, which occurred amidst the ongoing nationwide protests, has dealt a severe blow to the government’s ambitious plans to cultivate a robust tech ecosystem in the country.
Tijani tweeted, “Sad to learn that our Digital Innovation Park in Kano slated for launch next week to support our 3 million technical talent accelerator (3MTT) has been set ablaze and looted by protesters.
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“Alongside #3MTT, this building is set to host our buildathon holiday maker programme for secondary school kids starting next week. A slight setback for our journey to deepening our workforce for technology while creating job opportunities for the youth. Millions of Naira down the drain.”
Tijani’s tweet, expressing disappointment over the loss of a facility intended to nurture young tech talent, has struck a chord with many Nigerians. However, the minister’s statement has also raised eyebrows, with some questioning the timing and the extent of the damage.
The destruction of the Kano tech hub is undoubtedly a setback for the tech industry in Nigeria. The facility was poised to become a catalyst for innovation and job creation, providing a platform for young people to develop their skills and contribute to the nation’s economic growth.
 
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