The World Bank says digital entrepreneurship is paving the way for economic empowerment across Nigeria and reducing poverty through internet access. In a January report, the Bank says internet access reduced extreme poverty by 7% in the West African country. But it noted a digital gender gap where women are less likely than men to have internet access. Gibson Emeka reports from Abuja in this report narrated by Mary Alice Salinas.
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World Bank highlights digital entrepreneurship as a key to economic empowerment and poverty reduction in Nigeria, citing a 7% decrease in extreme poverty due to increased internet access. However, a digital gender gap persists with women less likely than men to have internet access. This report is
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Created: 2024/03/10 16:24
Updated: 2025/12/08 16:40
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