The International Telecommunications Union (ITU) Council election took place in Geneva, Switzerland during its ongoing Conference, the Nigerian Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Dr. Bosun Tijani emerged the Vice Chairman.
In a statement released by the Ministry on Wednesday, made it known that this election victory is a global testament of the country’s commitment to digital transformation and inclusive innovation as well as a remarkable milestone. 
This appointment, which is the first for Nigeria to a leadership role in the ITU Council in nearly 50 years, comes at a pivotal time, when global cooperation is essential to shaping a connected, secure, and sustainable digital future.
The ITU which was founded in 1865 is the oldest specialised United Nations (UN) agency responsible for information and communications technologies (ICTs) and charged with global mandate of connecting the world through innovative, inclusive, sustainable digital solutions and facilitating connectivity in communication networks.
Dr. Bosun Tijani in acceptance of his role as Vice Chair, expressed delight stating that, “Nigeria remains committed in her resolve to support the collective mission of the ITU particularly by prioritising in its key areas such as provision of resilient and sustainable digital infrastructures.
“Also, timely access by all communities especially the underserved to meaningful connectivity, amongst others. With this leadership position, Nigeria is poised in an enhanced capacity to shape the future of digital development on the African continent and beyond”.
He appreciated the ITU Secretary General, Ms. Doreen Bogdan-Martin, the management team and all member states for the trust placed on him, while pointing out that the world is presently in a defining moment, made by accelerating pace of technological change and deep structural shifts in our societies.
Tijani expressed gratitude to the President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his formal endorsement ahead of his election to this position.
He said, “From expanding connectivity in underserved areas to equipping young Nigerians with digital skills, our national priorities under Mr. President’s Renewed Hope Agenda align strongly with the ITU’s vision of leaving no one behind in the digital revolution”.
Speaking further the Minister said: “Yet we are also uniquely privileged to witness the transformative power of digital technology, a force that allows us to be more introspective, inclusive and informed as we shape the future.”
Tijani congratulated the ITU Chair, Ms. Cristiana Flutur of Romania pledging to work closely with her to attain shared goals, while called on all to, “make the ITU a beacon of inclusive innovation and trusted collaboration for today and future generations.”
