The Shenzhen-Hong Kong-Guangzhou innovation cluster has been recognised as the leading global innovation hub in the 2025 World Intellectual Property Organisation (WIPO) Innovation Index, surpassing Tokyo.
This region’s dominance is underscored by its robust technology sector, which spans industries such as electronics, artificial intelligence (AI), and biotech.
The Shenzhen-Hong Kong-Guangzhou cluster represents a model for technological development and innovation management that Nigeria could replicate.
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Analysts have said as Nigeria aims to modernise its economy and create a digital-first future, this example shows the power of coordinated regional growth.
Cities like Lagos and Abuja can take inspiration from the Shenzhen-Hong Kong-Guangzhou model by developing regional innovation hubs focused on emerging technologies such as blockchain, AI, and sustainable manufacturing.
To achieve this, Nigeria must invest in technology infrastructure, education, and public-private partnerships to cultivate a thriving tech ecosystem. By doing so, Nigeria could compete globally in the fast-evolving world of innovation and entrepreneurship.
Sunday Michael Ogwu is a Nigerian journalist and editor of Pinnacle Daily. He is known for his work in business and economic reporting. He has held editorial roles in prominent Nigerian media outlets, where he has focused on economic policy, financial markets, and developmental issues affecting Nigeria and Africa more broadly.
