Future Political Leaders, note this: a technology hub/incubator/accelerator goes beyond converting abandoned buildings into a place where people can come together and use computers. The most important element to incubate or accelerate a modern business is Knowledge, well ahead of capital and those buildings. Yes, we need the right enablers.
Interestingly, I do not believe in those special buildings governments build to turn young people into geeks or makers. For me, if a leader does what he or she is expected to do, those buildings will rise. In other words, you do not need to worry because investors, opportunity-finders, etc will come for the latent opportunities you have enabled.
Your job is clear: focus on providing electricity, security, decent basic education, etc – and leave the rest for markets. No one told Microsoft to open a development center in Nigeria. No one told Google. And no one told the coming Amazon. Even the local startups are building at home.
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In the past, President Obasanjo went to Microsoft and asked them to come, but nothing happened. But today, we have prepared the land (via broadband connectivity, payment systems, talent pool, etc) and they are here.
If government focuses on doing its job, good things will happen. Yes, the world will converge in Nigeria for Africa. Let’s transition into the innovation society phase (watch the video).
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Comment: Apt! Thank you, Sir.
If the political leaders do their part in providing these necessary needs, Nigeria will see massive growth.
Take a look at the great talents we have in Tech and business, but the Nigerian environment is so unfavorable for growth.
It’s so crippling.
There’s a lot to be done, we just need capable and forward-thinking leaders.
I can’t wait to see the World converge in Nigeria for Africa, and I will try my best to be a part of this.
My Response: “I can’t wait to see the World converge in Nigeria for Africa, and I will try my best to be a part of this.” – more than words. A vision for the future for all citizens.
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