Meta Platforms Incorporated, led by Sir Nick Clegg, Meta’s President of Global Affairs and former UK Deputy Prime Minister, has announced a new feature on Instagram, enabling Nigerian creators to monetize their content starting June 2024.
During a visit to President Bola Tinubu in Abuja, Clegg expressed the platform’s commitment to deepening partnerships in Nigeria.
President Tinubu highlighted Nigeria’s ambition to lead in digital technology in Africa, emphasizing the importance of investing in digital technology to support small businesses and create opportunities across sectors.
The President stressed the significance of Nigerian youths and the government’s efforts to prepare them for the digital economy through initiatives like the 3MTT programme.
Clegg expressed gratitude for an executive order issued by President Tinubu, facilitating the landing of a Meta-backed deep-sea cable in Nigeria, expected to boost economic activity across the continent.
Dr. Bosun Tijani, Minister of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy, emphasized the critical role of Meta platforms in Nigeria and the importance of partnerships for promoting development in the digital economy sector.
