The African Telecommunication Union, ATU Conference of Plenipotentiaries, CPL-26 has concluded in Abuja on Friday with the election of Mwale Kezias from the Republic of Zambia as the new Secretary-General.
The ATU was hosted by the Federal government of Nigeria. Along with the host nation, six others, Burkina Faso, Mali, Ghana, Senegal, Ivory Coast, and Togo were appointed to the Administrative Council of the ATU for West Africa.
Nigeria’s Minister of Communication, Innovation and Digital Economy, Tijani, on behalf of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, congratulated the new ATU leader and wished him a successful tenure.
Speaking at the closing ceremony after assuming the Chairmanship on behalf of Nigeria, the Minister of Communications, Innovation & Digital Economy, Dr. ‘Bosun Tijani, called on African nations to continue strengthening cooperation as they work towards a shared digital future.
“Every discussion, every decision, every compromise has reflected a shared commitment and belief that Africa’s digital future is stronger when we work together. The outcomes of this Conference are a testament not only to the strength of our institutions, but also to the collective determination of the people gathered here.”
He further noted that the Conference had reinforced the importance of sustained collaboration across the continent, adding: “The decisions we have taken over the past two days will only achieve their intended impact if we continue to work together with purpose, mutual trust, and a shared commitment to ensuring that every African benefits from the opportunities of the digital economy.”
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