The Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Dr. ‘Bosun Tijani, has lamented the destruction of a technology hub in Kano that was scheduled for launch next week.

The Digital Innovation Park, designed to support Nigeria’s technical talent accelerator program (3MTT), was reportedly set ablaze and looted during the protests today.   

The incident occurred as part of wider unrest in Kano, where protesters targeted the yet-to-be-commissioned Nigeria Communication Commission Industrial Park.

According to reports, Tijani highlighted the impact of the destruction on planned initiatives.

The minister characterized the damage as a setback for developing the workforce for technology and creating job opportunities for the youth.