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Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi, Director General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), has issued a powerful call to global tech investors and innovators, urging them to tap into the vast potential of Nigeria’s rapidly growing digital economy. Speaking at a GITEX Breakfast Meeting during GITEX Africa 2025 in Marrakech, Abdullahi spotlighted Nigeria as a hub of opportunity, fueled by its youthful, tech-driven, and innovation-oriented population.
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Eyes on GITEX Nigeria 2025
With eyes set on GITEX Nigeria 2025, taking place from September 1–4 in Abuja and Lagos, Abdullahi highlighted the unique convergence of government policy, entrepreneurial drive, and abundant digital talent as catalysts for economic transformation.
“Nigeria is a country of innovation and opportunity,” he said. “With over 70% of our population under the age of 25, we are not just a consumer market—we are a talent powerhouse for the Fourth Industrial Revolution.”
Abdullahi emphasized that Nigeria’s government is investing heavily in digital infrastructure, skills development, and policy reforms to position the country as a global leader in digital transformation. He added that Nigeria’s push for digital sovereignty, cloud adoption, and local innovation is central to its vision of becoming an emerging global digital economy.
“We are not just teaching young people to use technology—we are empowering them to create and lead with technology,” he added.
Dual-city event: GITEX Nigeria 2025
Abdullahi further noted that GITEX Nigeria 2025 will serve as a dual-city event:
- Abuja, Nigeria’s policy capital, will host strategic policy dialogues and investor roundtables.
- Lagos, home to Africa’s most dynamic startup ecosystem, will showcase Nigeria’s tech talent, entrepreneurial energy, and investment-ready ventures.
Industry leaders also shared their optimism.
Mr. Vijayaragavan Venugopal, Sales Director of ZOHO, praised Nigeria’s leadership in the African digital market:
“Nigeria is at the forefront of Africa’s digital revolution. GITEX Nigeria will empower the entire African tech ecosystem.”
Olu Olufemi White, CEO of Alami Capital, stressed the importance of investing in human-centric innovations:
“Technology should serve people and communities. We need scalable, impactful ventures backed by sustainable energy and finance.”
