Governor Hope Uzodimma of Imo State has announced plans for collaboration with Globacom to boost the state’s digital economy. He made this known after receiving a team from Globacom’s Enterprise Business Group, led by the Group Lead, Mr. Adeniyi Odejobi, during a courtesy visit at the Government House, Owerri.
According to Governor Uzodimma, the discussions centered on advancing Imo State’s digital economic agenda in partnership with the telecommunications giant. “Mr. Odejobi expressed Globacom’s readiness to collaborate with the State in advancing our digital economic agenda, a gesture I warmly welcomed,” the Governor stated.
He highlighted the importance of Globacom as a Nigerian brand that has consistently contributed to connectivity and digital growth nationwide. “I conveyed our delight at the prospect of doing business with Globacom, a proudly Nigerian company that has remained a strong ambassador of our nation in the telecommunications space,” Uzodimma said.
While commending the efforts of Globacom in expanding connectivity, the Governor stressed the need for improved fibre connectivity to support the planned digital city project in Imo State. He further used the occasion to acknowledge the company’s founder.
“I used the opportunity to appreciate the Chairman of Globacom Ltd., Dr. Mike Adenuga Jnr, for his invaluable contributions to Nigeria and the broader economy,” he added.