The Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, Dr Bosun Tijani, has been elected Vice Chair of the International Telecommunication Union Council for 2025.
Tijani announced this development in a post on X (formerly Twitter) on Tuesday, describing the honour as a recognition of Nigeria’s growing role in global digital policymaking.
“It is a profound honour to be elected Vice Chair of the ITU Council 2025,” the minister wrote. “I thank the ITU leadership and member states for this trust, and I look forward to working closely with the Council Chair, Cristiana Flutur, and fellow council members to advance our shared mission of inclusive digital development.”
The appointment was made in Geneva, Switzerland, where the ITU Council meetings are currently taking place.
The ITU Council, which governs the activities of the UN specialised agency between full Plenipotentiary Conferences, plays a critical role in shaping global telecommunications and digital infrastructure policies.
According to Tijani, the appointment comes at a defining moment when international cooperation is vital to securing a connected, secure, and sustainable digital future.
“Through this new responsibility, I will champion global collaboration around resilient infrastructure, meaningful access, digital literacy, cybersecurity, and trusted digital public infrastructure, building on the progress we’re already making and helping shape digital policies that truly empower people everywhere,” he said.
The minister added that his new role presents an opportunity to amplify Nigeria’s voice in global forums while deepening the country’s commitment to domestic digital transformation.
“As minister, I see this role as an opportunity to strengthen our voice on the global stage while deepening our commitment at home. From expanding connectivity in underserved areas to equipping young Nigerians with digital skills, our national priorities under President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda align strongly with the ITU’s vision of leaving no one behind in the digital revolution,” he stated.
