NESG and NITDA Advocate for Digital Reforms in Nigeria
On September 8, 2026, the Nigerian Economic Summit Group (NESG), in partnership with the Federal Ministry of Budget and Economic Planning, convened a pre-summit dialogue ahead of the 32nd Nigerian Economic Summit (NES#32) focused on "Digital Nigeria: The Foundation for Transformation." The dialogue aimed to explore how digitalization could enhance productivity, job creation, and Nigeria's competitiveness. Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi, Director-General and CEO of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), emphasized that Nigeria's digital transformation should extend beyond mere technology adoption to reshape value creation and productivity.
He highlighted the importance of digital literacy and talent development, advocating for investment in local talent and infrastructure. Femi Adegolu, Co-Founder of TradePal AI, called for a streamlined regulatory framework to support innovation in Nigeria's fintech sector, while Adedoyin Odunfa, Founder and CEO of Digital Jewels Limited, urged businesses to focus on the value of technology investments.
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