The Federal Government of Nigeria, through the Ministry of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Denmark to strengthen collaboration on digital transformation and innovation aimed at driving inclusive economic growth.

The agreement was officially signed in Lagos during the NORDIC Nigeria Connect Conference, which was themed “Forging Partnerships for Sustainable Impact.”

The conference also featured pledges from the Lagos and Enugu State governments to partner with NORDIC countries to boost key areas including technology, agriculture, energy, seaport development, and general trade.

Speaking at the event, Dr. Bosun Tijani, Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, described the partnership as “the beginning of many things to happen between Denmark and Nigeria.”

He highlighted President Bola Tinubu’s mandate for the ministry to drive an inclusive digital economy through strategic international partnerships, adding: “That’s not going to be doable if we don’t partner with the right countries that share the same vision as us — and that’s what we’ve found in Denmark.”

Lina Gandiese Hansen, State Secretary for Trade and Investment at the Danish Ministry of Foreign Affairs, confirmed that the MoU stemmed directly from Dr. Tijani’s recent visit to Copenhagen, where he inaugurated the Nordic-Africa Summit during the Tech Barbecue innovation festival.

She affirmed Denmark’s reciprocal commitment, stating: “When Nigeria calls for collaboration, Denmark responds,” and added that both countries share a strong commitment to advancing technology, digitalization, and innovation.

In a goodwill message, Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, represented by Deputy Chief of Staff Samuel Egube, noted that the fourth edition of the conference marked a shift “from invitation to implementation.”

With over 400 companies participating, he noted that partnerships were now “taking root and delivering results.” Additionally, Enugu State Deputy Governor, Ifeanyi Ossai, reaffirmed the state’s readiness to collaborate with NORDIC partners in agriculture to enhance food security and promote digital education.

The MoU is expected to strengthen Nigeria’s digital infrastructure and accelerate innovation-driven growth across various sectors.