9mobile supports FG’S policy, strategy on digital economy

One of Nigeria’s telecom service providers, 9mobile, at the weekend, pledged support for Nigeria’s economic transformation through the Digital Economy Policy and Strategy of the Federal Government.

Alan Sinfield, the chief executive officer of 9mobile, who was accompanied by members of the company’s management team, gave the assurance while on a courtesy visit to Isa Ali Ibrahim Pantami, the minister of communications and economy, at his office in Abuja.

The minister, who congratulated the recently appointed CEO of 9mobile, said Sinfeild’s experience as a seasoned telecommunications experts with global operational expertise, represents what is needed in Nigeria’s telecoms sector at this time.

“I read about your appointment on June 1, 2020, the same day it was announced, and I was excited because we need people with creative, analytical thinking and innovative ideas that will come and support us in driving the sector forward,” Pantami said.

He also commended 9mobile’s growth plans as laid out by Sinfield and assured that the government would continue to facilitate the enabling environment for the industry to thrive.

Speaking further, Pantami said, “I’m excited about your innovative ideas. Your plan is highly impressive, and I’m glad that you are ambitious. As a government, we will provide a more enabling environment for the industry and especially indigenous companies like you to thrive. We have many policies that are promoting indigenous investments and innovation that will positively impact the economy.”