Meta’s 2Africa undersea cable is anticipated to arrive Nigeria in February. Anthony Blinken, the US Secretary of State, verified this in Lagos at the launch of the new American Corner in Lekki.
Blinken recognized the cable project as one of the numerous ways American businesses are assisting President Bola Tinubu in achieving his objective of creating one million digital employment. The 45,000-kilometer 2Africa undersea cable is marketed as the world’s largest undersea cable.
When completed, the deep-sea cable project would encircle Africa, with stops in Lagos and Kwa Ibo, a river town in Nigeria’s southeast. Blinken emphasized the importance of American enterprises and interests in Nigeria’s economy, stating that there is a growing desire among Americans in working, investing, and partnering with Nigerians.
The US Secretary of State, stated that there are still issues that must be overcome in order for Nigeria to become the most appealing business climate. Blinken stated that the construction of American Corners in Nigeria would improve partnerships between the United States and Nigeria, as well as stimulate additional technological innovation and, ultimately, the tech revolution.
Nigeria has the highest number of American Spaces in Africa, with 24 facilities in 21 cities and 4,400 programs reaching 100,000 Nigerians annually (now at 25).Courses will be offered on topics ranging from coding to writing a business plan.
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