The Development Agenda for Western Nigeria Commission and the National Information Technology Development Agency have signed a five-year partnership aimed at establishing digital technology projects to accelerate digital transformation, innovation and inclusive economic growth across Southwest Nigeria.
A statement from the partners on Sunday stated that the projects are expected to expand access to digital opportunities for millions of citizens as part of efforts to advance Nigeria’s digital economy agenda.
It stated that the Memorandum of Understanding was signed at NITDA headquarters in Abuja last week. The partnership will run from 2025 to 2030 and cover Ekiti, Lagos, Ogun, Ondo, Osun and Oyo states.
The agreement covers digital literacy programmes as well as NITDA’s broader portfolio of initiatives, including innovation hubs, technology development centres, startup ecosystem support and regulatory frameworks for the digital economy.
The partnership is expected to support Nigeria’s goal of equipping 100 million citizens with digital skills
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