Minister of Communications, Digital Technology and Innovation, Sam Nartey George, has revealed that the government is on the verge of securing a landmark agreement with an international partner to invest close to $1 billion in Ghana’s IT infrastructure. During an interview with Bernard Avle on The Point of View on Channel One TV, Sam George said the deal, expected to be announced in the coming weeks, will significantly enhance Ghana’s digital ecosystem and create employment opportunities. “In the next few weeks, you will be hearing of us signing a landmark agreement with a country that is going to be investing close to a billion dollars in Ghana’s IT infrastructure that is going to bring in the needed collaboration that will create the jobs,” he stated. The Minister also reiterated the government’s commitment to building a digitally skilled workforce, particularly in the area of artificial intelligence (AI). He highlighted ongoing initiatives such as the One Million Coders Programme, which aims to provide young Ghanaians with the tools and knowledge needed to succeed in a technology-driven economy. According to George, the initiative is part of a broader strategy to position Ghana as a hub for digital innovation and talent development in Africa. Appointments committee lost focus during my vetting – Sam George