A stronger push for digital literacy in Nigeria is underway as the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) and the MTN Foundation explore a strategic partnership to enhance capacity building across the country. During a courtesy visit by an MTN Foundation delegation, led by Odunayo Sanya, to NITDA’s headquarters in […]
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Nigeria has taken a significant step toward closing the gender digital divide with the launch of the National Gender Digital Inclusion Strategy (NGDIS) at the United Nations 69th Session of the Commission on the Status of Women (CSW69). This initiative, presented by the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) in […]
As part of efforts to drive economic reform, inclusive growth, and diversification through industrialization and digitalization, the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has announced the nationwide expansion of its Hub Managers Training Programme. The initiative aims to leverage technological innovation to improve livelihoods, create jobs, and strengthen economic diversification […]
The Director General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), Kashifu Inuwa CCIE, has underscored the importance of gender inclusion in digital literacy programs across Nigeria. Speaking at the launch of the Quality Education and Girl Child Initiatives (Luminah 2030)—an event organized by the Federal Ministry of Education at […]
The IgniteHer Bootcamp, spearheaded by the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) in partnership with the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), wrapped up successfully on Friday, March 7, 2025. Spanning five intensive days, the initiative empowered 90 female entrepreneurs with crucial skills, insights, and networking opportunities to establish and expand […]
The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) and the National Universities Commission (NUC) have reinforced their pledge to implement the Digital Literacy and Skills Curriculum across all Nigerian universities. This initiative is designed to equip students with vital digital competencies, fostering a tech-driven workforce ready to navigate the evolving digital […]
DG NITDA Kashifu Inuwa and VC Nassarawa State University Keffi, Professor Sa’adatu Hassan Liman, in a group photograph with management staff of both organisations The Director General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), Kashifu Inuwa CCOE, has reiterated the agency’s dedication to fostering cooperation among researchers, technology professionals, […]
Nigeria is set to enhance its cybersecurity framework through a strategic collaboration with the United Kingdom, with the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) spearheading the UK/Nigeria Inward Cyber Trade Mission. The initiative aims to fortify Nigeria’s digital security, tackle cyber threats, and drive innovation in the country’s growing digital […]
The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has initiated an extensive training program for 1,000 civil servants from various Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs). This initiative aims to strengthen IT Project Clearance processes, enhance digital competencies within the public sector, and drive the administration’s digital transformation objectives. The capacity-building program, […]
The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has set up a Technical Working Group (TWG) to drive the expansion of Nigeria’s cloud infrastructure. This effort is designed to strengthen local cloud services, attract large-scale tech investments, and establish Nigeria as a key digital powerhouse in Africa. NITDA’s Director-General, Kashifu Inuwa, […]