In a decisive move to bolster Nigeria’s cybersecurity landscape, the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with global cybersecurity leader, Kaspersky. The agreement, signed as a sideline activity of the GTIEX Nigeria in Lagos, marks a significant milestone in Nigeria’s digital transformation journey and its commitment to…
The Director General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), Kashifu Inuwa, CCIE, has urged African nations to collaborate in building shared Artificial Intelligence (AI) infrastructure, stressing that the Africa must lead—not follow—in the ongoing Fourth Industrial Revolution. Speaking at the opening of the Gulf Information Technology Exhibition (GITEX) Nigeria Conference 2025 in Abuja,…
In a strategic stakeholder engagement aimed at advancing Civil Registration and Vital Statistics (CRVS) reform, the Director General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) reaffirmed the Agency’s commitment to driving digital identity and data integration as critical enablers of national planning and inclusive governance. Engaging with key institutions, including the National Population Commission…
The Director General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi CCIE, has reaffirmed Nigeria’s commitment to digital literacy as a key driver of economic growth, social inclusion, and national prosperity, which that no meaningful digital economy can thrive without it. Inuwa reiterated this while delivering a presentation titled “Nigeria’sJourneytoaDigitalEconomy” at the…
The Director General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), Kashifu Inuwa, has called on business leaders to embrace artificial intelligence (AI) as a collaborative partner in driving innovation and economic growth, rather than viewing it as a threat to human jobs. Speaking during a high-level panel session titled “Builders of the New Nigeria…
The Director General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), Kashifu Inuwa CCIE, has reaffirmed the Federal Government’s unwavering commitment to achieving 95% digital literacy across Nigeria by the year 2030, with an ambitious milestone of 70% by 2027. This disclosure was made in total alignment with the present administration’s priority areas of reforming…
In a powerful stride towards an inclusive digital future, the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) is spearheading a transformative drive to empower Nigerian women in the Artificial Intelligence (AI) and digital economy. This commitment was resoundingly reiterated by NITDA’s Director General, Kashifu Inuwa CCIE, at the “Innovate Her 25” conference, the 10th National Conference…
In a spirited effort to leverage digital literacy and cultivate a pool of tech talents towards transforming Nigeria into a globally recognised hub of technology and innovation, the Director General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), Kashifu Inuwa CCIE, has advocated for increased inclusion of persons with special needs in the agency’s policies…
In a renewed drive to harness innovation for sustainable national growth and youth empowerment, the Director General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), Kashifu Inuwa, CCIE, has emphasised the critical need for robust collaboration among academia, industry, and government. This call was made during a working visit by a delegation from Lancaster University,…
The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) is intensifying efforts to cultivate impactful global partnerships aimed at fostering inclusive growth, driving innovation, and accelerating technological advancement across Nigeria. This strategic direction was highlighted during a recent meeting held at NITDA Headquarters. The NITDA Director General, NITDA, Kashifu Inuwa , CCIE who joined the engagement virtually…
The Director General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), Kashifu Inuwa CCIE, has emphasised the significance of perceiving technology as a neutral instrument that can accelerate Nigeria’s socio-economic advancement. Speaking during a virtual panel session titled “Culture and Innovation: The Changing Landscape and Technoculture,” Inuwa outlined the importance of leveraging technology to balance…
In total alignment with the presidential priority area of Reforming the Economy for Sustained Inclusive Growth and Accelerating Diversification through Industrialisation and Digitisation, the Director General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), Kashifu Inuwa CCIE, has announced the nationwide expansion of the Hub Managers training programme in harnessing technological innovation to improve the…
The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) and the National Universities Commission (NUC) have renewed their commitment to implementing the Digital Literacy and Skills Curriculum across all Nigerian universities. This was announced during the Director General of NITDA, Kashifu Inuwa and his management team visit to the National Universities Commission (NUC), where they engaged with…
In a bid to bolster women’s entrepreneurship in Nigeria, the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), in collaboration with the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), has kicked off the “IgniteHer” Entrepreneurship Bootcamp in Abuja, a five-day intensive program designed to empower and uplift women entrepreneurs across the nation. Speaking during the launch of the programme,…
Plans are underway towards building a United Kingdom/Nigeria National Cybersecurity Architecture. The UK/Nigeria Inward Cyber Trade Mission is to be facilitated by the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA). Director-General National Information Technology Development Agency NITDA,Kashifu Inuwa CCIE at the meeting with some UK delegates on Monday in Abuja, said that President Bola Tinubu was…
The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has signed a strategic partnership with Flutterwave, Africa’s leading payments technology company, and Alami a private limited liability company with focus on empowering young entrepreneurs and SMEs in the technology and creative industries through Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to drive digital transformation and strengthen Nigeria’s economy. This collaboration…
In its continued commitment towards the implementation of the present administration’s Renewed Hope Agenda, particularly in the area of improving governance for effective service delivery, the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), is intensifying efforts to create a one-stop-shop portal for all government services. The initiative aligns with the President’s directive to digitise 75% of…
In a bid to enhance the skills and competencies of government employees in navigating digital tools and technologies, the Federal Government has launched a digital literacy training programme for federal civil servants. This initiative is a collaborative effort between the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) and the Office of the Head of Civil Service…
The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) is pleased to announce the release of a Whitepaper on the Framework for an Online Harms Protection Bill in Nigeria. This pivotal document was developed in collaboration with Advocacy for Policy and Innovation (API), an Africa-focused non-profit dedicated to advancing digital innovation and inclusive policy development. The whitepaper…
In a decisive move toward bridging Nigeria’s digital divide and fostering an inclusive digital economy, the Director General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), Kashifu Inuwa, has urged National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members who are serving as Digital Literacy for All (DL4ALL) Initiative champions to double their efforts in training and sensitising…
The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) is partnering with the National Universities Commission (NUC) to embed digital literacy as a general course in all Nigerian universities. The Director General of NITDA, Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi, CCIE, disclosed this during a courtesy visit to the NUC headquarters in Abuja. According to him, this collaboration builds on…
As part of its mandate to foster digital literacy, cultivate talents and empower Nigerians with the knowledge and skills needed, the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), has initiated a partnership with the Ministry of Education to revolutionise Nigeria’s educational system This visionary effort to integrate digital literacy comprehensively into Nigeria’s educational framework came to…
The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), in partnership with the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), is excited to announce the launch of iHatch Cohort 4, an initiative designed to support Nigeria’s growing startup ecosystem. The programme officially launches in October 2024 and will run through January 2025, providing 185 startups and 37 innovation hubs…
The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) and the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) have joined forces to empower West African youth with the skills and knowledge needed to safeguard the region’s cyberspace. A regional security hackathon held in Abuja, Nigeria, showcased the talent and potential of young participants from across West Africa….
As part of its unwavering commitment to elevating Nigeria to premier status in the global digital economy by harnessing the potential of digital innovation to drive national prosperity and inclusivity, the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has reiterated its strategic foresight and agility towards the sustainability of digital growth and inclusiveness in the country. This…
The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) and the government have partnered to organize a training program for over 7,000 female tech innovators in Nigeria. This was revealed during the Female Tech Founders Training program launch at the National Centre for Artificial Intelligence and Robotics in Abuja by the Director-General of NITDA, who was represented…
Former Nigerian President Goodluck Jonathan launched a new national identity project in August 2014. The new e-ID card was billed as the “super app” of civil registers and traditional ID cards, combining digitally verifiable identification with the ability to make electronic payments and even withdraw cash from ATMs. To cut a long story short, it…
As Nigeria joins the rest of the world in commemorating the 2021 Universal Children’s Day, many students returned home with brand new laptops and desk computers, courtesy of the National Information Technology Development Agency NITDA’s efforts to improve and standardize a SMART digital education. “The gesture to Nigerian students was borne out of the Agency’s…
On May 15, 2021, I received a message from a lending company informing me that Mrs. X, whom I met during my National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) in 2020, had not repaid a loan they had taken. I was supposed to be listed as an emergency contact. I was told not to believe this person…
Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi, director general of the National Information Technology Agency (NITDA) has inaugurated a five-day capacity training programme for members of the Nigeria Information Technology Reporters’ Association (NITRA) in Lagos, Nigeria, TechEconomy.ng can report. The DG said the capacity training programme aims to upskill the members of NITRA – an umbrella body for journalists reporting information…