Category: Technology

The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), in partnership with the Borno State Information and Communication Technology Development Agency, has intensified efforts to accelerate digital transformation in Nigeria’s North-East with a major stakeholders engagement held in Maiduguri. The programme, known as the NITDA–Borno State IT Stakeholders Engagement and Ecosystem Development Programme, convened key players from government, private sector organisations, academia, innovation hubs, and the tech community to explore strategies for building a resilient and inclusive digital ecosystem in the region. With the theme “Creating Opportunities, Breaking Boundaries Towards Digitalisation and…

The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has inaugurated a Multi-Stakeholder Coordinating Group as part of efforts to strengthen digital governance and accelerate Nigeria’s transition to an IT-driven public sector. The initiative, unveiled by NITDA’s Director-General, Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi, is designed to enhance collaboration among key players in the digital ecosystem while aligning with the broader reform agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Speaking during the inauguration ceremony in Abuja, Abdullahi said the move reinforced Nigeria’s commitment to digital governance, following the country’s recent recognition at the Open Government Partnership…

The Executive Director of Digital Exploration and Technical Services at Galaxy Backbone Ltd, Olumbe Akinkugbe, has emphasized that effective cybersecurity in Nigeria depends on collaboration, identity management, and strong human oversight across digital infrastructure. He made the remarks during the inaugural stakeholder session on the establishment of the Ministerial Advisory Council on Cybersecurity Coordination held in Abuja. Akinkugbe explained that Galaxy Backbone, as the Federal Government’s ICT shared services provider, plays a central role in delivering and securing digital services for Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs). He noted that the…

The Director-General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi, has warned that artificial intelligence is rapidly reshaping the global cybersecurity landscape, calling for urgent coordinated action to protect Nigeria’s digital infrastructure. He gave the warning during the inaugural stakeholder session on the establishment of the Ministerial Advisory Council on Cybersecurity Coordination held in Abuja on Wednesday. According to him, the emergence of AI-powered threats has significantly changed the nature of cyberattacks, making them faster, more sophisticated, and harder to detect. “Cybersecurity in the age of AI…

The Federal Government has unveiled plans to establish a Ministerial Advisory Council on Cybersecurity Coordination as part of efforts to strengthen Nigeria’s defence against growing digital threats. The initiative was announced during an inaugural stakeholder session held in Abuja, bringing together key players from government institutions, security agencies, telecommunications firms, financial institutions, academia, and development partners. The session marked the beginning of a structured engagement process aimed at creating a multi-stakeholder platform to enhance collaboration, improve intelligence sharing, and ensure a coordinated national response to cybersecurity challenges. In his welcome…

The Nigerian Communications Commission and Central Bank of Nigeria have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at combating fraud, protecting consumers, and strengthening Nigeria’s digital financial ecosystem. The agreement, signed in Abuja, also saw the inauguration of a Joint Committee on Payment Systems and Consumer Protection, as well as a Joint Committee on the Telecoms Identity Risk Management System (TIRMS) Portal. Executive Vice Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the NCC, Aminu Maida, described the MoU as a major milestone in regulatory collaboration, noting that it provides a structured…

The National Information Technology Development Agency and Corporate Affairs Commission have activated coordinated cybersecurity measures following concerns affecting aspects of CAC’s digital systems, while directing all Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) to immediately strengthen cyber defenses. According to a statement issued by Hadiza Umar, Director of Corporate Communications and Media Relations at NITDA, the response and assurance mechanisms were activated in line with the National Cybersecurity Policy and Strategy (NCPS) 2021 to safeguard critical infrastructure and maintain service integrity. She said NITDA has directed all MDAs to review and reinforce…

The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has called on young Nigerians to take the lead in building home-grown artificial intelligence solutions tailored to the country’s unique socio-economic challenges. Delivering a keynote address at an Artificial Intelligence Hackathon organised by NITDA in partnership with VibeCode Africa in Abuja, the Director General of NITDA, Kashifu Inuwa represented by Mrs. Udoka Mannie of Digital Literacy and Capacity Building department,said Nigeria’s youthful population presented a significant opportunity for innovation and digital transformation. He noted that the event provided a strategic platform for participants…

The Director General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi, has strengthened efforts to accelerate digital transformation in Nigeria’s oil and gas industry, hosting a delegation from the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited’s Research, Technology and Innovation (RTI) Division in Abuja. The high-level engagement, held at NITDA headquarters, underscored growing collaboration between both institutions aimed at leveraging technology, research, and innovation to drive efficiency and sustainability in the energy sector. During the meeting, the NNPC-RTI team outlined its vision, mission, and strategic direction, highlighting seven…