NITDA DG Emphasizes Digital Solutions for Better Governance
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NITDA DG Emphasizes Digital Solutions for Better Governance
By Alabidun Shuaib AbdulRahman
The Director General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), Kashifu Inuwa, has stressed the importance of embracing technology and digital solutions for modernizing and enhancing service delivery in Nigeria.
Speaking at the Nigeria GovTech Conference and Awards in Abuja, organized by the Bureau of Public Service Reforms (BPSR), Inuwa noted that digitizing government services is crucial for Nigeria’s economic growth.
He emphasized that technology can help implement policies and programs more efficiently, driving progress and development.
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Inuwa highlighted NITDA’s Strategic Roadmap and Action Plan 2.0 (SRAP 2024-2027), which focuses on eight key areas to drive digital transformation.
He explained that through the agency’s efforts, Nigeria aims to achieve 95% digital literacy by 2030.
To achieve this goal, NITDA is collaborating with the Ministry of Education to develop digital skills curriculum and incorporating digital literacy into formal education.
Additionally, the agency is providing digital literacy training to informal sectors, such as market women and artisans.
The agency is also partnering with the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) to train 30 million Nigerians through the Digital Literacy for All initiative, which has already started in 12 states and will be extended to all states.
The Director General of the Bureau of Public Service Reforms (BPSR), Dasuki Arabi, emphasized that digital transformation is crucial for Nigeria’s public service, promoting citizen engagement, and fostering inclusive governance.
Arabi noted that with the right technology and innovation, Nigeria can fulfill the mandates of the Renewed Hope Agenda and create a more prosperous and inclusive society for all Nigerians.
