The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) and the Nigeria Computer Society (NCS) have emphasized the critical need for a unified approach to accelerate Nigeria’s digital transformation. This call for deepened collaboration among IT stakeholders was the central theme of the Principal IT Stakeholders Forum 2025 held in Abuja.
At the forum, the Director-General of NITDA, Kashifu Inuwa, represented by Dr. Aristotle Onumo, stressed that partnerships are vital to realizing a digitally empowered nation. He highlighted the pillars of NITDA’s renewed strategic vision, the Strategic Roadmap and Action Plan (SRAP 2.0) 2024-2027, which focuses on key areas such as digital literacy and talent cultivation, building a robust technology research ecosystem, and strengthening cybersecurity and digital trust.
Synergies: Forging a Unified IT
Ecosystem for National Growth”
The forum served as a platform for IT professionals, policymakers, and industry leaders to deliberate on strategies for fostering a coherent and unified technology ecosystem.
John Odumesi, Chairman of the NCS Abuja Chapter, emphasized the importance of synergy in accelerating innovation and national development.
In her keynote address, Mrs. Ibukun Odusote, a Fellow of the Nigeria Computer Society and former Federal Permanent Secretary, lauded NITDA for the timely and innovative initiative. She stressed the importance of cooperation over competition, saying, “Progress in the IT space cannot be achieved in silos. We must complement one another rather than compete if we are to realise our national aspirations.”
The event concluded with a strong consensus, urging stakeholders from government, industry, and academia to deepen their collaborative efforts and align strategies to advance Nigeria’s digital economy goals. By working together, Nigeria can achieve a digitally powered nation that is inclusive, innovative, and sustainable.
This initiative is a significant step towards realizing Nigeria’s digital transformation agenda, and it is expected to have a positive impact on the country’s economy and society as a whole.
