Tag: Dr Abdullahi Inuwa Kashifu

Emerging Technologies driving Africa’s Trade Revolution – NITDA DG

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Director General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), Kashifu Inuwa, CCIE, has underscored the transformative role of emerging technologies in revolutionising trade and investment across Africa. Inuwa made this known in a keynote address delivered on his behalf by Engr. Salisu Kaka, Director, Digital Economy Development Department, during the Nigeria AfCFTA Hackathon 2025, held as part of the Science of Trade Conference in Lagos. He stated that the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) stand as one of the world’s largest free trade zones, connecting over 1.4…

Stakeholders unite to achieve 70% Digital Literacy by 2027 …… As NITDA hosts National Workshop to Drive Digital Inclusion

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has reaffirmed its commitment to driving nationwide digital inclusion with the successful hosting of the maiden Digital Literacy Stakeholders Workshop in Abuja.   Held under the theme “Building Sustainable Partnerships and Pathways Towards Achieving 95% Digital Literacy Level by 2030,” the two-day workshop brought together stakeholders from government agencies, private sector organizations, civil society, development partners, and academia.   The workshop provided a strategic platform for forging national collaboration, aligning strategies, and building robust data systems to measure digital literacy progress. A central…

NITDA launches Startup Consultative Forum to drive Nigeria Startup Act implementation

Lukman Laleye Babalola

In a major stride toward strengthening Nigeria’s innovation and digital economy ecosystem, the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has inaugurated the Startup Consultative Forum, a key initiative designed to fast-track the implementation of the Nigeria Startup Act (NSA).   The virtual launch, which attracted stakeholders from across the country including private sector leaders, development partners, angel investors, venture capitalists, Ecosystem Support Organisations (ESOs), and labelled startups marks a new chapter in Nigeria’s commitment to inclusive, tech-driven development.   Speaking on behalf of NITDA’s Director General, Kashifu Inuwa, CCIE, the…

NITDA to hold First-Ever Startup Consultative Forum April 28

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has announced that the first-ever meeting of the Startup Consultative Forum will take place on Monday, April 28, 2025, in Abuja.   The initiative mark a significant milestone in the government’s drive to deepen engagement with stakeholders in Nigeria’s dynamic startup ecosystem.   In a statement signed by Mrs. Hadiza Umar, Director of Corporate Communications and Media Relations, the agency said the Forum is designed to provide a collaborative platform for startup founders, innovators, ecosystem enablers, and intermediaries to contribute meaningfully to national…

FG launches Digital Literacy Programme for Federal Civil Servants

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Federal Government has unveiled a comprehensive digital literacy training programme designed to enhance the technological skills of federal civil servants. This initiative, a joint effort between the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) and the Office of the Head of Civil Service of the Federation, aims to equip public sector employees with the necessary tools to thrive in a digitally evolving workplace. The programme was officially launched during a three-day workshop in Abuja, where NITDA’s Director General, Kashifu Inuwa, CCIE, stressed the pivotal role of human involvement in successful…

NITDA DG advocates Innovation for Nigeria’s Sustainable Development

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Director General, National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), Kashifu Inuwa CCIE has reiterated the critical role of innovation in driving Nigeria’s sustainable development, economic diversification, and global competitiveness. Inuwa stated this while delivering a keynote address at the 8th Annual Research Fair and Exhibition of Nasarawa State University, Keffi (NSUK), where he called on academia, industry leaders, and policymakers to embrace disruptive transformational innovation as a tool for addressing the nation’s challenges and unlocking its immense potential. Speaking on the theme, “Disruptive Transformational Innovation; Shaping the Future,” Inuwa commended…

NITDA, SMEDAN sign MoU for Nigeria’s Economy diversification

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In a bid to implement the agenda of the present administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu of Reforming the Economy for Sustained Inclusive Growth by accelerating diversification of the nation’s economy, a Memorandum of Understanding highlighting the pivotal role of Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) has been signed by the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) and the Small and Medium Enterprises Development Agency of Nigeria (SMEDAN).   Recognising SMEs as the backbone of the nation’s economic landscape, the MoU was signed with a primary focus on the growth of…

New Portfolio Companies emerge,as NITDA Founder Institute graduates 13 founders from 2023 Startup Accelerator programme

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In a move to cultivate talent in Nigeria, the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) celebrated the successful conclusion of the NITDA-Founder Institute (FI) 2023 Startup Accelerator Programme, with graduation of 13 outstanding founders who demonstrated exceptional dedication and innovation during the rigorous 14-week accelerator program. The ceremony which was attended by key industry stakeholders, government officials, and tech enthusiasts, emphasized the collaborative efforts between NITDA and Founder Institute in fostering a vibrant tech innovation ecosystem in Nigeria. The Founder Institute, under a contract agreement with NITDA, executed a virtual…

NITDA, VON strengthen partnership to tackle fake news, enhance Digital Literacy for National stability

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The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has further strengthened its partnership with the Voice Of Nigeria VON in projecting the agenda of the present administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu of reforming the economy for sustained inclusive growth by leveraging on digital literacy and cultivating talent growth of its citizens by mitigating disinformation and misinformation that could pose a threat to national economic stability. This was made known when the NITDA DG, Kashifu Inuwa CCIE, and his management team played host to a delegation from VON led by its…

DG reiterates NITDA’s commitment to grow Northern Nigeria’s Tech Ecosystem

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In view of the relatively low visibility of the Innovation ecosystem in Northern Nigeria, despite being a region with hub of innovators, creatives, startups and several success stories, the Director-General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi has reiterated the Agency’s commitment to support, and catalyse the emergence/growth of the region’s innovation ecosystem. Inuwa said this while delivering a Keynote Address during a ‘Stakeholders’ Engagement on the State of the Northern Innovation Ecosystem’, which held in Abuja. Describing the event as “‘setting the sense of urgency…