By Newsshelve Correspondent.
President Bola Tinubu has revealed that his administration is actively exploring technology solutions to promote transparency, fight corruption, and improve government efficiency in Nigeria.
During a meeting with Bill Gates at the World Economic Forum Special Meeting in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, President Tinubu emphasized the importance of technology in combating fraud and financial misconduct in public service.
He expressed his commitment to implementing reliable technology to support a national consumer credit system and other key government initiatives.
President Tinubu shared his experience of using technology to boost revenue collection during his tenure as governor of Lagos State. He highlighted the need for investment in technology to enhance tax systems and improve overall governance.
Bill Gates commended Nigeria’s efforts in digitization and offered support for a unified identity platform to streamline government payment programs. He also discussed the potential benefits of high-yield seeds for agriculture in Nigeria.
President Tinubu acknowledged the importance of Nigeria’s talented youth in managing technological systems and expressed optimism about the country’s future prosperity.
Overall, the meeting between President Tinubu and Bill Gates underscored the significance of technology in driving positive change and development in Nigeria.
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