By The Metro 
Nigerian Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Dr Bosun Tijani has emerged the Vice Chairman of the International Telecommunications Union, ITU, Council.
The election took place in Geneva, Switzerland on the sidelines of the ongoing ITU Conference.
The ITU founded in 1865 is the oldest specialised United Nations, UN, agency responsible for information and communications technologies, ICT and is charged with global mandate of connecting the world through innovative, inclusive and sustainable digital solutions, 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 it’s key areas such as provision of resilient and sustainable digital infrastructures, timely access by all communities, especially, the underserved to meaningful connectivity,” amongst others.
The Minister appreciated the ITU Secretary General, Doreen Bogdan-Martin, the management team and all member states for the trust placed on him, pointing out that the world is presently in a defining moment, made by the accelerating pace of technological change and deep structural shifts in societies.
“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.”
Dr Tijani congratulated the ITU Chair, Ms Cristiana Flutur of Romania pledging to work closely with her to attain shared goals. He called on all to, “make the ITU a beacon of inclusive innovation and trusted collaboration for today and future generations.”
The ITU Conference is currently in progress in Geneva, Switzerland.