As part of efforts at implementing the presidential priority area of strengthening national security by providing robust cybersecurity measures that will not only safeguard the nation’s digital infrastructure but also contribute to the overall peace and prosperity of the nation, the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), is set to […]
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The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has called on Nigerians to take personal responsibility for their online safety as part of activities marking this year’s Cybersecurity Awareness Month. With the theme “Cyber Hygiene for a Safer Tomorrow,” the agency emphasized that while technology continues to transform daily life, it […]
The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) wishes to commend Google, Microsoft, and TikTok for their continued compliance with the Code of Practice for Interactive Computer Service Platforms/Internet Intermediaries and for the submission of the 2024 compliance report. The Code which was issued jointly by the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), […]
By James Ishaku The Bauchi State Government, through thestate’s Bureau for ICT and Digital Economy in partnership with the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), has officially launched the Digital Literacy and Skills Framework (DL4ALL Bauchi Initiative), a flagship programme aimed at equipping citizens with essential 21st-century skills and positioning the state […]
The Executive Governor of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, alongside his Nasarawa State counterpart, Abdullahi Sule, and the Director-General of NITDA, Kashifu Inuwa, are confirmed as key speakers for the highly anticipated Lagos Future Conference 2025. Scheduled for June 14 2025, the conference will hold at the Oriental Hotel, Lagos. Director […]
In a bold move to fortify Nigeria’s digital frontiers, the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), in collaboration with the Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA), has officially announced the National Cybersecurity Conference (NCSC 2025), slated for 9th–10th July 2025 at the Abuja Continental Hotel. Unveiled at a press […]
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 […]
The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) is spearheading efforts to develop a unified portal for all government services, aligning with the federal government’s ambitious goal of digitizing 75% of government services by 2027. Building on past attempts at centralized e-government platforms like OneGov.net, this renewed initiative draws from global […]
The United States, home to many of the world’s most advanced artificial intelligence (AI) models, is now without formal guidelines for AI development after President Donald Trump rescinded the AI safety framework introduced by former President Joe Biden. The framework, which was enacted in October 2023, sought to protect consumer […]
The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) and the African Union Development Agency-New Partnership for Africa’s Development (AUDA-NEPAD) are exploring a strategic partnership to leverage modern technology for Nigeria’s digital empowerment and inclusive economic growth. Malam Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi, Director-General of NITDA, highlighted the potential of technology to revolutionize […]
