Nigeria Launches Destination 2030 Data Platform for Growth

Nigeria officially launched the Destination 2030 (D30) data platform in Abuja, aimed at unlocking the economic potential of its tourism and creative industries. The Honourable Minister of Art, Culture, Tourism and Creative Economy, Barr. Hannatu Musa Musawa, stated that the platform aligns with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's Renewed Hope Agenda and aims to create over three million jobs and generate $100 billion for Nigeria's GDP by 2030.

Musawa emphasized the importance of reliable data in understanding the sectors' contributions to economic activities. The D30 platform will consolidate sectoral data, research, and economic intelligence to assist government institutions, investors, and businesses in planning and decision-making.

The Minister called for collaboration from various stakeholders, including government agencies and private-sector organizations, to support the platform as a national resource. She acknowledged Cavista as the technology development partner and stressed that the platform's success would be measured by the investments attracted and jobs created.