NITDA's Abdullahi Advocates for AI-Driven Digital Jobs

Nigeria is working to transform its digital services sector from traditional business-process outsourcing to higher-value, AI-enabled services. Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi, the director-general and chief executive officer of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), made this announcement during the “Hire from Nigeria” session at the 81st United Nations General Assembly (UNGA81).

He emphasized that Nigeria should not only supply manpower for outsourcing but also develop a workforce capable of understanding and creating AI technologies. Abdullahi highlighted the importance of reliable digital infrastructure, cybersecurity, and regulatory certainty in attracting global businesses.

He also mentioned Project BRIDGE, which aims to deploy 90,000 kilometers of fiber infrastructure to enhance Nigeria's digital connectivity. The NITDA DG stressed that trust and security are essential for positioning Nigeria as a reliable destination for digital services and attracting international investment.