Welcome to The Fruitfulujah Project!
Today’s episode takes the form of a debate — a deep, thought-provoking conversation on one of the most ambitious digital initiatives in Nigeria: the Benue Digital Infrastructure Company (BDIC).

At the center of our discussion is a bold question:
👉 Is BDIC’s aggressive centralized strategy the key to unlocking Benue’s digital future — or does it risk concentrating too much power in one institution?

BDIC, established by the Benue State Government, aims to be the backbone of digital connectivity, bridging the digital divide, driving e-governance, and accelerating economic growth. With critical NCC licenses under its belt and partnerships with major players like Digital Bridge Institute, Layer3, and Galaxy Backbone, the company is clearly making waves.

Yet, as BDIC expands into cybersecurity, data centers, and over 48 new digital public services, questions arise about sustainability, inclusiveness, and decentralization.

In this debate, we’ll weigh both sides — celebrating Governor Hyacinth Alia’s vision to make Benue a regional tech leader, while also examining the implications of centralizing digital power under one umbrella.

So, let’s dive in:
Is BDIC’s centralized model the foundation of progress — or a future bottleneck in Benue’s digital revolution?