Bukola Afeni The Office of the Head of Civil Service of the Federation (OHCSF) has applauded the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) on its implementation of a seamless Performance Management System (PMS) in achieving its corporate objectives, and consequently moving the Nation’s digital economy towards a laudable global standard. …
Read More »NITDA set to drive innovation that will promote ICT development
Bukola Afeni The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) said there is a need to drive the implementation of targeted programs and initiatives that will foster the development, growth and protection of Nigeria’s tech and innovation ecosystem. The Director-General of NITDA, Mallam Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi stated this at the opening …
Read More »Who is Dr Vincent Olatunji, Ph.D, The New National Commissioner, NDPB
By: Yusuf A. Yusuf Dr. Vincent Olatunji has a doctorate degree in Geography and Planning from the University of Lagos and an Advanced Diploma in Computer Studies. He is a Certified Public Private Partnership Specialist (IP3 Specialist) and a PECB Certified Data Protection Officer. He has worked in the …
Read More »We need to build capacity of civil servants to implement e-Government master plan- NITDA
The National Information Technology Development Agency(NITDA) said to achieve a vibrant digital economy, there is need to build the capacity of civil servants that will implement the e- Government master plan. The Director General of NITDA, Kashifu Inuwa stated this at the closing of 2021 service wide capacity building programme. …
Read More »We need to integrate advanced digital Technologies in the fight against insecurity- Pantami
The Minister of communication and digital economy, Prof. Isa Ali Pantami has reiterated the need to explore new ways of integrating data and digital technologies to tackle insecurity in a bid to complement the efforts of law enforcement agencies in the country. Adding that, integrating digital technologies in emergency management …
Read More »Be wary of IGVM ransomware, NITDA tell Nigerians
The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has advised Nigerians to be wary of IGVM, a file-encrypting Ransomware infection that restricts access to data by encrypting files with the “igvm” extension. The agency stated this in a press release noting that the “igvm” attempts to extort money from …
Read More »FG assures Nigerians of reliable eGovernment
The Federal government has said that the administration of President Muhammadu Buhari is committed to ensuring reliable, active and secured eGovernment for Nigerians. The Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, Dr Isa Ali Ibrahim Pantami stated this at a webinar to commemorate NITDA’s 20th anniversary. According to Pantami, his …
Read More »NITDA urge students to display high level of discipline while online
Bukola Afeni The Director General, National Information Technology Development Agency, (NITDA), Mallam Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi, has admonished students of secondary schools to always display high level of responsibility whenever they are online, in order to be protected from cyber risks. The DG advised children to limit the time they …
Read More »We will partner with Mass challenge in catalysing startup community in Nigeria- NITDA
Bukola Afeni National Information Technology Development Agency( NITDA) and MassChallenge, have partnered to catalyse and support national startup community in Nigeria. The Director General of NITDA, Mallam Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi, made the disclosure at an online media briefing in Abuja. According to him, the partnership is meant to promote …
Read More »NITDA warn Nigerians about sharing sensitive information on social media
Bukola Afeni The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), is calling on all Nigerians to limit the sharing of sensitive personal information on private messaging and social media platforms, as the initial promise of privacy and security is now being overridden on the bases of business exigency. The agency said …
Read More »World creativity and innovation day- NITDA set to organize innovation challenge
Bukola Afeni As part of the United Nations’ World Creativity and Innovation Day 2021, the National Information Technology Development Agency( NITDA), is organizing an Innovation Challenge with the theme “Inspiring Creativity and Innovation in the Nigerian Digital Economy” According to a statement issued by the Head Corporate Affairs and External …
Read More »NITDA launches National Adopted School for smart Education (NASSE)
Bukola Afeni The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has launched the pilot edition of the National Adopted School for Smart Education (NASSE) at the great Junior Secondary School, Karshi. The NASSE is in partnership with AMAC and other critical stakeholders. It is a means of deploying one of the …
Read More »NITDA extends annual audit report till June
Bukola Afeni The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has graciously approved the extension of time to file the annual audit report to 30th June, 2021. The agency further reaffirmed its continued commitment to implementing the NDPR vigorously, and providing periodic updates to the public, with regards to the activities …
Read More »We need to apply Technology in solving challenges- NITDA DG
Bukola Afeni The Director General, National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) Mallam Kashifu Inuwa Abdulahi, said there is need to devise ways in which fundamental technology can be used to solve problems and create prosperity in Nigeria. Abdullahi stated this at the National Centre for Artificial Intelligence and Robotics (NCAIR) …
Read More »We will support SMEs to become Innovation Driven Enterprises (IDE)- Pantami
Bukola Afeni The Federal Government said it will continue to support Small and Medium enterprises (SMEs), and encourage them to become Innovation Driven Enterprises. The Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, Dr Isa Ali Pantami made the disclosure at the groundbreaking Ceremony of the National Digital Innovation and Entrepreneurship Centre, Abuja. …
Read More »NITDA issues deadline for filing annual Data Audit report
Bukola Afeni The Director General of NITDA, Dr Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi, has informed all data controllers and processors that the deadline for the filing of their annual data audit report is 15th March, 2021. He said the agency is set to enforce compliance this year, and noted that non-filing of …
Read More »NITDA flags off second batch of smart Agriculture empowerment programme in Jigawa state
Bukola Afeni The National Information and Technology Development Agency (NITDA) under the supervision of the Federal Ministry of Communications and Digital economy and in collaboration with the Jigawa state government has commenced a ten-day empowerment programme for 140 farmers on smart Agriculture in Jigawa state. The empowerment programme which cuts …
Read More »We will set clear directions for government digital transformation- NITDA
Bukola Afeni The National Information Technology Development Agency has implemented the Nigeria Government Enterprise Architecture (NGEA), which is meant to set clear directions for Government digital transformation in Nigeria. The Director-General of NITDA, Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi, made the disclosure at the 12th ISACA Annual Conference. He added that NITDA …
Read More »NITDA unveils new logo
Bukola Afeni The Minister of Communications and Digital Economy Digital Economy, Dr. Isa Ali Ibrahim (Pantami) has commissioned the new Digital Centre of the National Information technology Development Agency, (NITDA) and also unveiled a new logo for the organization. Speaking at the event, the Minister disclosed that the change of …
Read More »Digital Inclusion- NITDA trains People Living with Disabilities
As part of efforts to make digital literacy all-inclusive, the National Information Technology Development Agency, NITDA completed the training for 30 persons living with various forms of disabilities in Kano State. The Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, Dr Ali Pantami in his remarks as the Chief Host, advised the …
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