According to tweets from his campaign organisation, the free wifi provided at Leisure mall in Surulere is the first of other locations they will be activating in the coming weeks. Lagos which boasts of a vibrant technology ecosystem requires quality internet service to truly tap into the abundant human resource available. Internet access is a big world leveler and any government that is serious enough about changing the socio-economic status of its citizens will need to borrow from the BabaJide Sanwo-Olu playback and look to provide this sort of service.
Early indications show that understanding technology will play an important role in the coming elections in Lagos, and we will be following how candidates respond to questions around technology and access.
