From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja
Nigeria and Swedish telecom giant, Ericsson, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish a 5G Innovation Lab aimed at advancing Nigeria’s digital infrastructure.
This was disclosed by Vice President Kashim Shettima’s spokesman, Stanley Nkwocha, through his verified x-handle @stanleynkwocha on Friday, during the VP’s working visit to Sweden.
He tweeted “BREAKING: Nigeria, Ericsson sign MoU to establish 5G innovation lab.”
Ericsson, one of the world’s leading providers of telecommunications technology, is known for pioneering mobile networks globally, including the rollout of 5G technology.
The company’s involvement in Nigeria’s 5G Innovation Lab is expected to significantly boost the country’s telecommunications capabilities, enabling faster internet speeds, improved connectivity, and fostering innovation in various sectors.